Week of Events
Sunday, February 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, February 9, 2026
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February 9, 2026 - RecurringSisters in Recovery
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February 9, 2026 - RecurringIt’s Time! Smoking Cessation Support
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February 9, 2026 -Diabetes Wellness Group Program
Sisters in Recovery
Join us in-person for a weekly harm-reduction based sharing circle for Indigenous women, and those beyond the binary, that will focus on a holistic approach to healing and recovery, incorporating traditional teachings to support you on your wellness journey. Light lunch to be provided Bus tickets available upon request Location: Mamawi Room (3rd Floor) Wabano...
It’s Time! Smoking Cessation Support
Our weekly virtual smoking cessation support circles provide a safe and understanding environment for community members navigating their relationship with Tobacco. We recognize tobacco's sacred role as a Medicine. We provide support to reduce and/or eliminate commercial tobacco use. We offer a supportive space to explore tools, strategies, and education to help make informed choices...
Diabetes Wellness Group Program
Join us for a welcoming and supportive group where you can connect with others who truly understand the daily challenges of managing diabetes. This is a safe, non-judgmental space to share your struggles and get practical tips that can make life with diabetes a little easier. Together, we’ll explore key areas of diabetes management—handling stress,...
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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February 10, 2026 - RecurringNimiigwetchwendam
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February 10, 2026 - RecurringAnishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
Nimiigwetchwendam
A weekly, co-ed, confidential and in-person sharing circle utilizing the 7 Sacred Teachings, the Medicine Wheel and other traditional concepts as guiding principles to promote the healing and wellness of participants. Light snack and bus tickets provided. In-person at Wabano Housing, 338 Montreal Rd., 2nd Floor No registration is required for this group. Wabano programs...
Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
We’re excited to welcome Louise Garrow back to Wabano this Winter to teach Anishnaabemowin! Join us for this engaging language program, open exclusively to Indigenous community members with proof of ancestry or kinship connection. Light refreshments & bus tickets provided.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
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February 11, 2026 - RecurringWellbriety – Relapse Prevention
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February 11, 2026 - RecurringRelapse Prevention
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February 11, 2026 - RecurringWomen’s Drum Group
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February 11, 2026 - RecurringMen’s Drum Group Practice
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February 11, 2026 - RecurringBeading Nights
Wellbriety – Relapse Prevention
Starting Wednesday June 25ᵗʰ, join us at 268 Bradley Avenue for a relapse prevention group, utilizing the medicine wheel, culture and ceremony to honour our spirit. With knowledge and guidance from Cultural Grandmother Louella, learn how to recognize the potential for relapse before it happens. Light dinner provided Bus tickets available upon request Programming schedule:Wednesday...
Relapse Prevention
Relapse Prevention Group – Wednesdays, 5:00–7:00 PM This weekly Relapse Prevention Group is a supportive, co-ed space for Indigenous community members who are in recovery and want to strengthen their wellness journey. Geared toward those who have already quit and are focused on preventing relapse, the group offers practical tools, shared learning, and encouragement grounded...
Women’s Drum Group
Rhonda Doxtator - Guest Facilitator Please join us in learning and singing traditional hand drum songs with guest facilitator Rhonda Doxtator every Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Open to Indigenous women 18+ only. Proof of ancestry or kinship required. Dinner & bus tickets available.
Men’s Drum Group Practice
Join us in the Grand Gathering Space at the Wabano Centre for Men's Drum Group Practice, a weekly program for Indigenous community members. Gather in a supportive circle of men around the big drum, the Grandfather Drum, to experience its powerful heartbeat. Under the guidance of knowledgeable facilitators, you will learn traditional teachings, protocols, and...
Beading Nights
Laurel Thomas – Racette, Guest Facilitator Join us for a fun learning experience where we gather, make new friends and learn new beading styles and new techniques. Each month we work on a specific project that will be taught by a guest facilitator. The month of February we welcome Laurel Thomas-Racette who will be teaching...
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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February 12, 2026 - RecurringQuilting
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February 12, 2026 - RecurringCarving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
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February 12, 2026 - RecurringFusionFit
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February 12, 2026 - RecurringNew Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit
Carving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
Come and join carving and sculpting with Byron Conant every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Byron Conant is a Cree artist, crafter and carver from James Smith First Nation in Saskatchewan, and has been living in Ottawa for the past 20 years. Byron makes dreamcatchers, drums, lanyards, keychains, wood carvings and knives. He...
FusionFit
Ignite your energy with FusionFit! Our unique class combines the core strengthening and flexibility of Pilates with the high-energy fun of Zumba. It's a full-bodied workout that will leave you feeling invigorated and strong. What a great way to boost your energy, reduce stress, and meet new people! FusionFit is perfect for all fitness levels,...
New Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit
Join for closed sharing circle for Indigenous men every Thursday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. with knowledge keeper Thomas Louttit. This sharing circle supports all Aboriginal men in exploring issues of self-care, healthy lifestyles, recovery & resiliency using cultural healing methods. The program is facilitated by addictions counsellors and a local elder (Thomas Louttit) through...
Friday, February 13, 2026
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February 13, 2026 -Splash Wave Pool
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February 13, 2026 -On-the-Land Snowshoeing: Aagim (Snowshoe)
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February 13, 2026 - RecurringCommunity Kitchen
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February 13, 2026 - RecurringWasa-nabin Youth Night
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February 13, 2026 - RecurringWellbriety – Kiyam
Splash Wave Pool
Join us on Friday February 13th from 10am-2pm for a swim at Splash Wave Pool! Spend the day with our Early Years enjoying the water! No registration required! For more information contact Gwen Shecapio gshecapio@wabano.com Funded by the City of Ottawa
On-the-Land Snowshoeing: Aagim (Snowshoe)
Register here! Join us for a youth-friendly day of Aagim-ikewin (snowshoeing) in the winter forest of Gatineau Park. Scheduled on an OCDSB PA Day, this cultural land-based event invites community members and families to connect with the quiet beauty of the winter season. Walk gently on the snow-covered trails, learn about traditional and contemporary uses...
Community Kitchen
Connect with others in our welcoming community kitchen designed for adults. Learn practical cooking skills, learn recipes, and enjoy creating traditional dishes that bring comfort, culture, and flavor to your table.
Wasa-nabin Youth Night
It's Pibon! (Winter, also Biboon, Bibon) And so begins the time for Dreaming and Storytelling ... Indigenous YOUTH 13 to 18 years old: come explore topics that are relevant to YOU throughout the seasons through culture-based activities that may include: – arts and crafts (painting, illustration, beading, making bundle items, dream catchers etc.) – music...
Wellbriety – Kiyam
This in-person men's group will focus on a holistic approach to learn and benefit from traditional, as well as conventional means of healing. It will provide the medicine and tools that will help empower ourselves over drugs, alcohol and or violence, to help us overcome the trauma that has caused our spirits to be wounded....
Saturday, February 14, 2026
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February 14, 2026 -Circle of Love Valentine’s Day Brunch
Circle of Love Valentine’s Day Brunch
Join us for a family brunch celebrating love, connection, and community. Come share a meal, spend time together, and honour family relationships in a warm, welcoming space. Registration required: Funded by The City of Ottawa