Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin

Ribbon Skirt/Shirt Workshop
2026-01-14 09:30 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Join Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Life Promoter’s, Courtney Thomas and Bawd Elliott for a Ribbon Skirt/Shirt Workshop on Wednesday, January 14th, 2026, from 9:30am – 4:00pm.
We have 6 spots available for Community Members who have not made a skirt or shirt with us before!
Click here to pre-register: https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50493300/Ribbon-Skirt-Workshop-January-14-2026
Orillia location will be share after spots have been selected!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Courtney Thomas cthomas@banac.on.ca and/or Bawd at belliott@banac.on.ca

Natural Remedies to Support Healthy Living
2026-01-16 17:00 - 19:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Aaniin, we invite you to an all natural homemade cold & flu remedies workshop happening January 16th and 23rd. Join us for a hands-on experience hosted by our very own Heather McIntyre, where you’ll learn how to make your own traditional and natural remedies to support your wellness during cold and flu season.

Please register for this event using the link provided.

January 16th 5pm to 7pm –> Natural Remedies to Support Healthy Living JAN 16th 5pm to 7pm

Chi-Miigwech and Baa Maa Pii.

Barrie Walking Group
2026-01-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Johnson’s Beach Parking lot, 2 Johnson St, Barrie, ON, L4M 1E1
Come join Chris and Amaru for a Barrie Walking Group along Barrie’s waterfront. Starting at 10 on Tuesday mornings from the Johnson’s Beach parking lot.

Penetanguishene Red Road to Recovery Group
2026-01-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Georgian Bay Native Womens Association 41 Main St. Penetanguishene, ON, 41 Main St., Penetanguishene, ON
A 10-week program that uses the Medicine Wheel as a teaching tool and our Indigenous approach to healing to address the Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual aspects of addiction and mental health recovery.

Mino Miijim 'Good Food' Roots of Wellness Series
2026-01-21 13:00 - 15:00 | 562 King St, Midland ON, 562 King St, Midland, Ontario, L4R 4P3, Canada
Mino Miijim “Good Food” Roots of Wellness Series:
This 4 part series will provide information about living with diabetes/ preventing diabetes, and how to nourish the body through food. Each session will focus on a specific topic, followed by a cooking session where you will prepare food to take home and enjoy.
Registration is required to allow for the planning needed in purchasing food
To register scan the QR code in poster OR follow the link below OR link at the bottom of this page under (website)
https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50373133/Mino-Miijim-Roots-of-wellness-series
If you have any questions, please email Christal at cchampagne@banac.on.ca

Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea
2026-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Join us each week as we explore various teas—from calming blends that promote restful sleep and relaxation, to herbal infusions that support stress relief, immune health, cold and flu recovery, pain and inflammation reduction, digestive balance, bloating relief, heart and circulatory wellness, and liver and kidney function.
Starts: January 21st
Day and Time: Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Location: Orillia

Please click on this link to register. Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea JAN 21st
Thanks a bunch!

Natural Remedies to Support Healthy Living
2026-01-23 13:00 - 15:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Aaniin, we invite you to an all natural homemade cold & flu remedies workshop happening January 16th and 23rd. Join us for a hands-on experience hosted by our very own Heather McIntyre, where you’ll learn how to make your own traditional and natural remedies to support your wellness during cold and flu season.

Please register for this event using the link provided.

January 23th 1pm to 3pm –>Natural Remedies to Support Healthy Living JAN 23rd 1pm to 3pm

Chi-Miigwech and Baa Maa Pii.

Building Our Bundles: Uplifting Your Spirit for Frontline Workers
2026-01-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 14:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Join Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Life Promoters Courtney Thomas and Bawd Elliott for Building Our Bundles: Uplifting Your Spirit 6-week Series!
This series will provide a safe and supportive space to connect with each other and explore a range of topics related to cultural teachings and building your own bundle. By participating in the program, it will provide you with the tools and resources you need to help you live a good life!
Here is the breakdown of the 6-week Series and what we will be doing each week:

Week 1: What’s in Your Bundle?: What is a bundle? Bundle teachings.

Week 2: Four Sacred Medicines: Teachings about the four sacred medicines and harvesting.

Week 3: Shaker: What are shakers for?

Week 4: Eagle Feather Teachings: Eagle feather dressing and teachings.

Week 5: Ribbon Skirt/Shirt Teachings: Why do we wear ribbon skirts and ribbon skirts?

Week 6: Feast Your Bundles: Potluck Feast! Bring your favorite dish to share!

Throughout the 6 weeks, participants will make a bundle bag, smudge kit, medicine bags, dress a feather, a feather case, a shaker, ribbon skirts/shirts and lastly, bring their favorite dish to feast their bundles.
The series will run every Tuesday from 10:00am – 2:00pm in Orillia.
Click link to register: https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50491431/Building-Our-Bundles-Uplifting-Your-Spirit-Q4-2026
If you have any questions, please reach out to Courtney Thomas at cthomas@banac.on.ca or Bawd Elliott at belliott@banac.on.ca

Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Join us each week as we explore various teas—from calming blends that promote restful sleep and relaxation, to herbal infusions that support stress relief, immune health, cold and flu recovery, pain and inflammation reduction, digestive balance, bloating relief, heart and circulatory wellness, and liver and kidney function.
January 28th
Day and Time: Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Location: Orillia

Please click on this link to register. Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea JAN 21st
Thanks a bunch!

Snow Shoeing at Springwater Park
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Springwater Park, 1331 ON-26, Midhurst, Ontario, L0L 1X0, Canada
Come join Chris the Land Based Healing Coordinator and Amaru from the Barrie Native Friendship Center as the lead people on a snowshoe hike through Sunnidale Park. Starting on January 29th, 2026 at 10 am Weather Permitting. Please meet at the Dorian Parker Center Parking Area by 9:45 am. If you don’t have your own snowshoes we have some to lend you.

Indigenous Pathways to a Healthy Diet
2026-01-30 13:00 - 17:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Indigenous Pathways to a Healthy Diet. Understanding and healing your body’s relationship with food
would like to announce we are partnering with Bridget Foley (Anung Kwe) of Babaamaazkonenjike Counselling Service to bring to you a 4 hour workshop to help address the dietary needs of indigenous people. Using a two eyed seeing approach to weight loss, Bridget shares knowledge on how to fuel the body to decrease cravings, achieve sustainable weight loss, and address self sabotaging thoughts and behaviors, while promoting balanced living that incorporates indigenous knowledge and teachings.
Date: January 30th
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Location: Orillia
Register for this workshop by clicking here –> Indigenous Pathways to a Healthy Diet
Chi Miigwech and Baa Maa Pii.

Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea
2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | 110 Matchedash St. N., 110 Matchedash St., N, Orillia, ON, L3V 4T8, Canada
Join us each week as we explore various teas—from calming blends that promote restful sleep and relaxation, to herbal infusions that support stress relief, immune health, cold and flu recovery, pain and inflammation reduction, digestive balance, bloating relief, heart and circulatory wellness, and liver and kidney function.
February 4th
Day and Time: Wednesdays @ 6 PM
Location: Orillia

Please click on this link to register. Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea JAN 21st
Thanks a bunch!

Digital Storytelling Workshop
2026-02-11 09:00 - 2026-02-13 15:00, 2026-02-12 09:00 - 2026-02-14 15:00, 2026-02-13 09:00 - 2026-02-15 15:00 | 110 Matchedash Street N, Orillia (Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Match Hub), 110 Matchedash Street N, Orillia, Ontario, L3V 4T8, Canada
Aaniin, Everyone!
We are excited to share our next 3-day Digital Storytelling Workshop series designed to celebrate and amplify your voices through the power of digital media. This program offers a unique opportunity to learn storytelling techniques, explore digital tools, and connect with others in the community to share the stories that matter to you.
This could be an opportunity for loved ones to share their survivor story, during their journey with cancer for instance.
Maybe someone you know has overcome challenges in their life and looking to celebrate their successes.
Or maybe there is someone you know who would like to time capsule all those special moments with a loved one.
The opportunities are endless for the story they could tell.
Here are some samples of other stories to view: Community Story Strategies » Gallery
Please see attached flyer for the upcoming digital storytelling series, scheduled February 11th, 12th and 13th, 2026.
Location: Orillia, ON
Time: 9am-3pm (a light morning snack and lunch will be provided)
Register for the series here: https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50508715/Digital-Storytelling-Series-2026-Q4
Visit our website for other engagements/ upcoming workshops www.mamaway.ca/events
Contact Bawd with any additional questions via cell: (705) 826-0575 or email: belliott@banac.on.ca
Once registered, we will meet virtually over zoom on Weds, February 4th from 10:00-11:30am to go over what Digital storytelling is, and how we can help prepare you for the series. This will be an opportunity for you to ask questions as well.
But here is a bit more information to help you prepare for the upcoming series in the meantime if you choose to join us.
Each day, will include PowerPoint presentations sharing more information about the storytelling process and you will have time to work on your story supported by BANAC- Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin staff.
We will also share other digital stories with you to help inspire your creative process 😊
Feel free to explore this link in the meantime to view other DST stories: All series – Stories for Caregivers
Reviewing these videos will give you a feel for what you will be creating at the workshop.
Digital storytelling is not the same thing as film/video production.
During the workshop, you will:

share your story verbally with a group of other storytellers and receive/give input on the content
write a final script no more than 350 words in length – day 1
read and record this script as an audio file (solo via video camera audio) – day 2
choose/generate still pictures and short video clips to use in illustrating the story to support your voiceover; Day 2 & 3
And learn to use digital editing software that lets you combine these materials into a short (about two to four minutes long) digital story- throughout the 3 days

What to Expect: 📌 Hands-on training in digital storytelling
📌 Guidance from experienced mentors
📌 A space to share and preserve cultural narratives
📌 Supportive community engagement
Creating your own digital story will be personally exciting and is also a creative way to connect with others in the group.
Spots are limited, so be sure to register now; https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50508715/Digital-Storytelling-Series-2026-Q4
Email Bawd Elliott at belliott@banac.on.ca for more information.
We look forward to seeing your story unfold!

Snow Shoeing at Sunnidale Park Barrie
2026-02-12 10:00, 2026-02-19 10:00 | Springwater Park, 1331 ON-26, Midhurst, Ontario, L0L 1X0, Canada

Snow Shoeing-Midland
2026-02-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Little Lake Park, Midland ON, 606 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, Ontario, L0K 2E0, Canada
Come and join Chris for some fun and exercise with a nice snow shoe hike through Little Lake Park. Meet at 10 am at the East Parking area. If you don’t have any snowshoes, We have some to lend you.

Fraud Prevention Session Information Session
2026-02-17 10:00 - 14:00 | ON
Please join us for an information fraud prevention session with special guest joining us from the Provincial Liaison Team, Indigenous Policing Bureau as well as the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment.
