On-the-Land Nature Walk: Spring in Marlborough Forest
Marlborough Forest Parking E2 3801 Rogers Stevens Drive, North Gower
Week of Events
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026 -On-the-Land Nature Walk: Spring in Marlborough Forest
On-the-Land Nature Walk: Spring in Marlborough Forest
On-the-Land Nature Walk: Land Springs to Life in Marlborough Forest This event is for members of the community with proof of Indigenous ancestry or kinship connection. Wabano invites you to join us for a day of connection and renewal as we explore the Marlborough Forest on Sunday, May 17, 2026. The land is waking up—witness...
Monday, May 18, 2026
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May 18, 2026 - RecurringRoots to Recipe
Roots to Recipe
Are you a teen between the ages of 13 - 18, who want to come out for a fun filled evening on Mondays? Join us at the youth house 5-7pm starting May 11th to learn new recipe, engage in cultural teachings and enjoy good food! Register with this link https://forms.office.com/r/7HxKN5eMtm Funded by The Ministry of...
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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May 19, 2026 - RecurringNimiigwetchwendam
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May 19, 2026 - RecurringSeasonal Food and Wellness
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...
Seasonal Food and Wellness
Nourish your body, mind, heart, and spirit through the holistic guidance of the Medicine Wheel. Journey with us to: Create: special kitchen bundle items like berry baskets, plant pots and more! Explore: On the Land, community kitchens Learn: from Elders, food experts, and budget friendly nutrition Reflect: in wellness and creative workshops Join our circle...
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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May 20, 2026 - RecurringWooly Wednesdays
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May 20, 2026 -Paint, Plant & Grow
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May 20, 2026 - RecurringWellbriety – Relapse Prevention
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May 20, 2026 - RecurringRelapse Prevention
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May 20, 2026 - RecurringWomen’s Drum Group
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May 20, 2026 - RecurringMen’s Drum Group Practice
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May 20, 2026 - RecurringBeading Nights
Wooly Wednesdays
A relaxed drop-in social circle open to First Nations, Inuit, and Metis community members from all levels of experience! Bring your projects or access our supplies to get started! Knitting and crochet are powerful tools for holistic health, we recognize that this rhythmic craft supports: Mental Wellness: repetitive motion helps reduce stress and anxiety Physical...
Paint, Plant & Grow
Join us for a vibrant, hands-on creative workshop where youth will design, paint, and plant their own unique flower pots from start to finish. This engaging session offers a relaxed and welcoming space to explore creativity, learn new skills, and express yourself through art and nature 🎨🌱 This workshop is designed specifically for Indigenous youth...
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
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. Weekly registration required. Funded by the Indigenous Health and Wellness Strategy
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
Join us for a fun learning experience where we gather, make new friends and bead together. The month of May we will work on our own projects or start a new one. Participants can use program supplies or bring their own. Some beading experience required as this month there will be no facilitator to guide...
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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May 21, 2026 - RecurringQuilting
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May 21, 2026 - RecurringCarving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
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May 21, 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...
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, May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026 - RecurringCommunity Kitchen
Community Kitchen
Learn to cook from scratch, improve your cooking skills, and follow recipes. Registration required: Funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Saturday, May 23, 2026
No events on this day.