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SUMMARY:Natural Remedies to Support Healthy Living
DESCRIPTION: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.\nWe will be making Fire Cider Honey\, Ginger Tussin and Cold Muscle Balm.\n\nPlease register for this by clicking on this link. Natural Remedies to Support Healthy Living JAN 23rd 1pm to 3pm \n\nFor more information email Bawd Elliott at belliott@banca.on.ca or call (705) 826-0575\n\nChi-Miigwech and Baa Maa Pii.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/natural-remedies-to-support-healthy-living-4/
LOCATION:110 Matchedash St. N.\, 110 Matchedash St.\, N\, Orillia\, ON\, L3V 4T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bawd Elliott":MAILTO:belliott@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
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SUMMARY:Snow Shoeing at Sunnidale Park Barrie
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/snow-shoeing-at-sunnidale-park-barrie-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Springwater Park\, 1331 ON-26\, Midhurst\, Ontario\, L0L 1X0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person,Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260202T144338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T144338Z
UID:10005505-1773320400-1773331200@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Learning to bead loom- 3 Week series
DESCRIPTION:Come join Chris the Land based healing coordinator learning to bead loom. During this three week Series Chris will teach you the basics of bead looming. Running on February 26th\, Mar 5th and March 12 2026 from 1 pm- 4pm. Limited spaces available.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/learning-to-bead-loom-3-week-series/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:110 Matchedash Street N\, Orillia (Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Match Hub)\, 110 Matchedash Street N\, Orillia\, Ontario\, L3V 4T8\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20250608T203027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T124535Z
UID:10004326-1773334800-1773340200@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Sweetgrass Gathering Circle - Aftercare Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Location: 110 Matchedash St N\, OrilliaTime: Thursdays – Join in person at 5:00 PM for food and connection\, or join virtually at 5:30 PM \nThe Sweetgrass Gathering Circle is a weekly hybrid peer support group for Indigenous adults actively engaged in recovery. Each session opens in a good way—with smudging\, food\, and community—and offers a safe\, supportive space to build wellness\, identity\, and resilience. \nThrough a mix of cultural teachings\, creative expression\, group discussion\, and meaningful connection\, participants explore topics such as the Seven Grandfathers Teachings\, Miikaans (Stages of Life)\, emotional awareness\, gratitude\, healthy boundaries\, and cultural crafting. \nWhether you’ve been part of WMS\, ASEC\, AA\, or other recovery programs\, this circle offers a space to stay grounded in recovery through culture and community. \n 
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/sweetgrass-gathering-circle/2026-03-12/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Williams":MAILTO:jwilliams@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20251219T185952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T175228Z
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SUMMARY:Anishnaabemowin Circle (Virtual Access)
DESCRIPTION:Anishnaabemowin Circle – Join the conversation \nElder\, Hector Copegog will be leading an Anishnaabemowin Talking Circle\,\nevery other Friday\, starting January 16th\, 2026 from 10:00am – 12:00pm \nThis virtual drop-in group is a space for supporting each other through a talking circle in the language. \nRegister here: https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50491811/Language-Class-registration-2026 \n  \nIf you have any questions\, please email Lianne:\nlhudon@banac.on.ca and she will coordinate with Elder\, Hector
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/anishnaabemowin-circle-virtual-access/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lianne Hudon":MAILTO:lhudon@banac.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260123T215552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T215802Z
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SUMMARY:Niimooshnaadaan Minadoo Waatsoowin = Feeding your Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Good day\, \nWe are excited to share that we will be hosting our 4th Annual  “Niimooshnaadaan Minadoo Waatsoowin – Feeding Our Spirit Series! It will look a bit different as we will host it at our Orillia hub with limited spaces available and offer a virtual option this year. \nOn the 4 Fridays in March (6th\, 13th\, 20th and 27th) we will gather to grow our community bundles by listening to teachings of regional knowledge keepers and our Mamaway elder\, from 1-3pm!\nLight snack and refreshments will be available on site. \n4 Week series:\nWeek 1 – 13 Grandmother Moon Teachings by Luana Shirt\nWeek 2 – 7 Grandfather Teachings by Chris Walser\nWeek 3 – Three Fires Sweat lodge Teachings by Hector Copegog (later start\, 2:00-3:30pm)\nWeek 4 – Berry Fast Teachings by Waabkaniikwe King \nNOTE: We will send out a confirmation email with more details related to the session you registered for leading up to the series but it is being hosted in person in Orillia. \nFeel share with those who would benefit from attending the series! \nSee registration links below:\nWeek 1 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 1 – In person registration: click here \nWeek 2 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 2 – In person registration: Click here \nWeek 3 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 3 – In person registration: click here \nWeek 4 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 4 – In person registration: click here
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/niimooshnaadaan-minadoo-waatsoowin-feeding-your-spirit/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:zoom or Orillia Hub
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lianne Hudon":MAILTO:lhudon@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260311T143019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T143019Z
UID:10005541-1773500400-1773522000@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Snow Crust Moon Drum Social
DESCRIPTION:Sge:no/Aaniin\, \nI hope you are all having a great week! \nBANAC – Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin is excited to share that we are partnering with Lakehead University and Georgian College to bring the Snow Crusted Moon Drum Social to the community! Join us for this vibrant gathering where music becomes a universal language and community comes alive! \n  \nDate: Saturday\, March 14th\, 2026\nTime: 4-9pm\nLocation: Georgian College Barrie Campus\,\nOne Georgian Drive / GYM (J Building) = Complimentary Parking!!! \nRooted in First Nations\, Inuit and Metis tradition\, this experience honours the language\, stories\, and shared culture carried through song and dance. \n  \nTap into the heartbeat of our nation as we come together at this community event. Drum Socials create a welcoming space to explore how culture and dance connect us all. \n  \nCelebrate Culture. Everyone is welcome!  \nWe are thrilled to welcome \nMC: Allan Manitowabi\nInvited Drums: Ashunyung Singers\, Eagle Flight Singers & Snake Island Singers \nHaudenosaunee Singers: Terry and Lucina Sahanatien\, Wahta Territory \nInuit Singer: Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, Iqaluit\, Nu + Métis Jigger:  Basile Dorian. \nEveryone is welcome\, no registration is required. \n  \n​If you have any questions\, please direct them to Vanessa the events coordinator – see her contact below: \n  \nVanessa Partridge \nSpecial Events Coordinator\, Indigenous Services \nvanessa.partridge@georgiancollege.ca  \n249.388.0328 
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/snow-crust-moon-drum-social/
LOCATION:Georgian College\, One Georgian Drive / GYM (J Building)\, Barrie\, Ontario\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260113T200847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T200847Z
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SUMMARY:Barrie Walking Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/barrie-walking-group/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Johnson’s Beach Parking lot\, 2 Johnson St\, Barrie\, ON\, L4M 1E1
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260109T143049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T143114Z
UID:10005459-1773752400-1773759600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Moon Lodge 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monthly virtual Moon Lodge \nA safe place for women to come together to share their life experiences and embrace the teachings offered by Grandmother Renee and the knowledge shared by Sarah Connors\, Naturopath & Indigenous Doula. And it will continue to occur the Third Tuesday of every month\, 1-3pm. \nWe will be aligning our Moon Teachings with our endocrine system (how the body relates to nature). What this means is\, we will focus on different areas of the body each month with focus on caring for one’s self and as always Sarah will share her knowledge to use Traditional Medicines to support that par to the body. This will provide an opportunity for all ages to join us and learn more about some ways they can incorporate these tools and teachings to live the good life in all stages along our journey. \nOngoing until Dec 2026\nWe meet monthly over Microsoft Teams\, email Lianne with any questions.\nPlease fill in the registration link below to receive the link.\nhttps://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50491760/Moon-Lodge-Registration-2026 
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/moon-lodge-2026/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lianne Hudon":MAILTO:lhudon@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260109T162622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T162622Z
UID:10005455-1773770400-1773777600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Story Tellers Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Come and join Chris Walser\, John Rice\, Jeff Monague\, Sherry Lawson and Jennifer Brunelle for an evening of story telling. Taking place at 6 pm on March 17 th\, 2026 at St Paul’s Church 62 Peter St North Orillia ON.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/winter-story-tellers-gathering/
LOCATION:St  Paul’s Church\, 62 Peter St N\, ORILLIA\, ON\, L3V 4E5\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20230113T153509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T170517Z
UID:10002147-1773772200-1773779400@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Red Road to Recovery Continuing Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/red-road-to-recovery-continuing-peer-support-group-2025-11-25/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Virtually
ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Horst":MAILTO:zhorst@banac.on.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20260220T154924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T154924Z
UID:10005514-1773828000-1773849600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Field dressing and skinning deer workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come and join Chris our Land Based Healing coordinator\, as he teaches how to safely field dress and skin a deer. Taking place on March 18\, 2026 from 10 am- 4 pm at 180 Matchedash St in Ramara. This is a hands on workshop\, please wear appropriate work clothes. Lunch will be provided.  The workshop will take place in the stalls below the main black barn.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/field-dressing-and-skinning-deer-workshop/
LOCATION:180 Courtland St\, Ramara\, ON\, 180 Courtland St\, Ramara\, Ontario\, L3V 0K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person,Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152942
CREATED:20251218T202456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T202456Z
UID:10005393-1773838800-1773846000@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Mino Miijim 'Good Food' Roots of Wellness Series
DESCRIPTION:Mino Miijim “Good Food” Roots of Wellness Series: \nThis 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. \nRegistration is required to allow for the planning needed in purchasing food \nTo register scan the QR code in poster OR follow the link below OR link at the bottom of this page under (website) \nhttps://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50373133/Mino-Miijim-Roots-of-wellness-series \nIf you have any questions\, please email Christal at cchampagne@banac.on.ca
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/mino-miijim-good-food-roots-of-wellness-series-5/
LOCATION:562 King St\, Midland ON\, 562 King St\, Midland\, Ontario\, L4R 4P3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260210T154001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154144Z
UID:10005509-1773856800-1773864000@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMarch 18th (Week 1) \nDay and Time: Wednesdays @ 6 PM \nLocation: Orillia \n  \nPlease click on this link to register —> Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea MAR 18th \nThanks a bunch!
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/naakshik-aniibiishaaboo-evening-tea-11/
LOCATION:110 Matchedash St. N.\, 110 Matchedash St.\, N\, Orillia\, ON\, L3V 4T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bawd Elliott":MAILTO:belliott@banac.on.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260202T152017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T152045Z
UID:10005453-1773914400-1773914400@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Snow Shoeing at Sunnidale Park Barrie
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/snow-shoeing-at-sunnidale-park-barrie-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Springwater Park\, 1331 ON-26\, Midhurst\, Ontario\, L0L 1X0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person,Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mamaway.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Snow-Shoeing-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20250608T203027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T124535Z
UID:10004327-1773939600-1773945000@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Sweetgrass Gathering Circle - Aftercare Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Location: 110 Matchedash St N\, OrilliaTime: Thursdays – Join in person at 5:00 PM for food and connection\, or join virtually at 5:30 PM \nThe Sweetgrass Gathering Circle is a weekly hybrid peer support group for Indigenous adults actively engaged in recovery. Each session opens in a good way—with smudging\, food\, and community—and offers a safe\, supportive space to build wellness\, identity\, and resilience. \nThrough a mix of cultural teachings\, creative expression\, group discussion\, and meaningful connection\, participants explore topics such as the Seven Grandfathers Teachings\, Miikaans (Stages of Life)\, emotional awareness\, gratitude\, healthy boundaries\, and cultural crafting. \nWhether you’ve been part of WMS\, ASEC\, AA\, or other recovery programs\, this circle offers a space to stay grounded in recovery through culture and community. \n 
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/sweetgrass-gathering-circle/2026-03-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Williams":MAILTO:jwilliams@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260123T215552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T215802Z
UID:10005496-1774011600-1774018800@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Niimooshnaadaan Minadoo Waatsoowin = Feeding your Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Good day\, \nWe are excited to share that we will be hosting our 4th Annual  “Niimooshnaadaan Minadoo Waatsoowin – Feeding Our Spirit Series! It will look a bit different as we will host it at our Orillia hub with limited spaces available and offer a virtual option this year. \nOn the 4 Fridays in March (6th\, 13th\, 20th and 27th) we will gather to grow our community bundles by listening to teachings of regional knowledge keepers and our Mamaway elder\, from 1-3pm!\nLight snack and refreshments will be available on site. \n4 Week series:\nWeek 1 – 13 Grandmother Moon Teachings by Luana Shirt\nWeek 2 – 7 Grandfather Teachings by Chris Walser\nWeek 3 – Three Fires Sweat lodge Teachings by Hector Copegog (later start\, 2:00-3:30pm)\nWeek 4 – Berry Fast Teachings by Waabkaniikwe King \nNOTE: We will send out a confirmation email with more details related to the session you registered for leading up to the series but it is being hosted in person in Orillia. \nFeel share with those who would benefit from attending the series! \nSee registration links below:\nWeek 1 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 1 – In person registration: click here \nWeek 2 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 2 – In person registration: Click here \nWeek 3 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 3 – In person registration: click here \nWeek 4 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 4 – In person registration: click here
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/niimooshnaadaan-minadoo-waatsoowin-feeding-your-spirit/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:zoom or Orillia Hub
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lianne Hudon":MAILTO:lhudon@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260113T200847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T200847Z
UID:10005481-1774339200-1774371600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Barrie Walking Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/barrie-walking-group/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Johnson’s Beach Parking lot\, 2 Johnson St\, Barrie\, ON\, L4M 1E1
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20230113T153509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T170517Z
UID:10002148-1774377000-1774384200@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Red Road to Recovery Continuing Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/red-road-to-recovery-continuing-peer-support-group-2025-11-25/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Virtually
ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Horst":MAILTO:zhorst@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260210T154253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154253Z
UID:10005510-1774461600-1774468800@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMarch 25th (Week 2) \nDay and Time: Wednesdays @ 6 PM \nLocation: Orillia \n  \nPlease click on this link to register —> Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea MAR 18th \nThanks a bunch!
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/naakshik-aniibiishaaboo-evening-tea-12/
LOCATION:110 Matchedash St. N.\, 110 Matchedash St.\, N\, Orillia\, ON\, L3V 4T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bawd Elliott":MAILTO:belliott@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260202T152017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T152045Z
UID:10005454-1774519200-1774519200@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Snow Shoeing at Sunnidale Park Barrie
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/snow-shoeing-at-sunnidale-park-barrie-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Springwater Park\, 1331 ON-26\, Midhurst\, Ontario\, L0L 1X0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person,Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20250608T203027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T124535Z
UID:10004328-1774544400-1774549800@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Sweetgrass Gathering Circle - Aftercare Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Location: 110 Matchedash St N\, OrilliaTime: Thursdays – Join in person at 5:00 PM for food and connection\, or join virtually at 5:30 PM \nThe Sweetgrass Gathering Circle is a weekly hybrid peer support group for Indigenous adults actively engaged in recovery. Each session opens in a good way—with smudging\, food\, and community—and offers a safe\, supportive space to build wellness\, identity\, and resilience. \nThrough a mix of cultural teachings\, creative expression\, group discussion\, and meaningful connection\, participants explore topics such as the Seven Grandfathers Teachings\, Miikaans (Stages of Life)\, emotional awareness\, gratitude\, healthy boundaries\, and cultural crafting. \nWhether you’ve been part of WMS\, ASEC\, AA\, or other recovery programs\, this circle offers a space to stay grounded in recovery through culture and community. \n 
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/sweetgrass-gathering-circle/2026-03-26/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Williams":MAILTO:jwilliams@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20251219T185952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T175228Z
UID:10005405-1774605600-1774612800@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Anishnaabemowin Circle (Virtual Access)
DESCRIPTION:Anishnaabemowin Circle – Join the conversation \nElder\, Hector Copegog will be leading an Anishnaabemowin Talking Circle\,\nevery other Friday\, starting January 16th\, 2026 from 10:00am – 12:00pm \nThis virtual drop-in group is a space for supporting each other through a talking circle in the language. \nRegister here: https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50491811/Language-Class-registration-2026 \n  \nIf you have any questions\, please email Lianne:\nlhudon@banac.on.ca and she will coordinate with Elder\, Hector
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/anishnaabemowin-circle-virtual-access/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lianne Hudon":MAILTO:lhudon@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260123T215552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T215802Z
UID:10005497-1774616400-1774623600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Niimooshnaadaan Minadoo Waatsoowin = Feeding your Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Good day\, \nWe are excited to share that we will be hosting our 4th Annual  “Niimooshnaadaan Minadoo Waatsoowin – Feeding Our Spirit Series! It will look a bit different as we will host it at our Orillia hub with limited spaces available and offer a virtual option this year. \nOn the 4 Fridays in March (6th\, 13th\, 20th and 27th) we will gather to grow our community bundles by listening to teachings of regional knowledge keepers and our Mamaway elder\, from 1-3pm!\nLight snack and refreshments will be available on site. \n4 Week series:\nWeek 1 – 13 Grandmother Moon Teachings by Luana Shirt\nWeek 2 – 7 Grandfather Teachings by Chris Walser\nWeek 3 – Three Fires Sweat lodge Teachings by Hector Copegog (later start\, 2:00-3:30pm)\nWeek 4 – Berry Fast Teachings by Waabkaniikwe King \nNOTE: We will send out a confirmation email with more details related to the session you registered for leading up to the series but it is being hosted in person in Orillia. \nFeel share with those who would benefit from attending the series! \nSee registration links below:\nWeek 1 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 1 – In person registration: click here \nWeek 2 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 2 – In person registration: Click here \nWeek 3 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 3 – In person registration: click here \nWeek 4 – Virtual access: click here\nWeek 4 – In person registration: click here
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/niimooshnaadaan-minadoo-waatsoowin-feeding-your-spirit/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:zoom or Orillia Hub
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lianne Hudon":MAILTO:lhudon@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260213T201649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T201649Z
UID:10005513-1774684800-1774717200@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Red Road to Recovery Reunion
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to share that our Red Road to Recovery Annual Reunion is coming up on Saturday\, March 28th! \nThis gathering is a time for us to reconnect\, celebrate the journeys we’ve walked\, and honour the strength\, growth\, and community that continues to guide us along the Red Road. \nWhether you’ve recently completed the program or it’s been some time since we’ve seen you\, we would love for you to join us. \nRegistration is required.  Please use the link below to register \nWe look forward to gathering together\, sharing stories\, laughter\, and continuing to support one another. \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to reach out.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/red-road-to-recovery-reunion/
LOCATION:Casino Rama\, 5899 Rama Rd\, Orillia\,\, ON\, L3V 0N7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roxanne Haslam":MAILTO:rhaslam@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260113T200847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T200847Z
UID:10005482-1774944000-1774976400@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Barrie Walking Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/barrie-walking-group/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Johnson’s Beach Parking lot\, 2 Johnson St\, Barrie\, ON\, L4M 1E1
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20230113T153509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T170517Z
UID:10002149-1774981800-1774989000@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Red Road to Recovery Continuing Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/red-road-to-recovery-continuing-peer-support-group-2025-11-25/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Virtually
ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Horst":MAILTO:zhorst@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260210T154337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154337Z
UID:10005511-1775066400-1775073600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea
DESCRIPTION: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. \nApril 1st (Week 3) \nDay and Time: Wednesdays @ 6 PM \nLocation: Orillia \n  \nPlease click on this link to register —> Naakshik Aniibiishaaboo Evening Tea MAR 18th \nThanks a bunch!
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/naakshik-aniibiishaaboo-evening-tea-13/
LOCATION:110 Matchedash St. N.\, 110 Matchedash St.\, N\, Orillia\, ON\, L3V 4T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bawd Elliott":MAILTO:belliott@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20260202T152017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T152045Z
UID:10005471-1775124000-1775124000@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Snow Shoeing at Sunnidale Park Barrie
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/snow-shoeing-at-sunnidale-park-barrie-2/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Springwater Park\, 1331 ON-26\, Midhurst\, Ontario\, L0L 1X0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:in-person,Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Walser%2C Land Based Healing Coordinator":MAILTO:cwalser@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152943
CREATED:20250608T203027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T124535Z
UID:10004329-1775149200-1775154600@mamaway.ca
SUMMARY:Sweetgrass Gathering Circle - Aftercare Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Location: 110 Matchedash St N\, OrilliaTime: Thursdays – Join in person at 5:00 PM for food and connection\, or join virtually at 5:30 PM \nThe Sweetgrass Gathering Circle is a weekly hybrid peer support group for Indigenous adults actively engaged in recovery. Each session opens in a good way—with smudging\, food\, and community—and offers a safe\, supportive space to build wellness\, identity\, and resilience. \nThrough a mix of cultural teachings\, creative expression\, group discussion\, and meaningful connection\, participants explore topics such as the Seven Grandfathers Teachings\, Miikaans (Stages of Life)\, emotional awareness\, gratitude\, healthy boundaries\, and cultural crafting. \nWhether you’ve been part of WMS\, ASEC\, AA\, or other recovery programs\, this circle offers a space to stay grounded in recovery through culture and community. \n 
URL:https://mamaway.ca/event/sweetgrass-gathering-circle/2026-04-02/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Williams":MAILTO:jwilliams@banac.on.ca
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR