Samson Community Wellness

02/11/2026

It’s Wednesday and you know what that means, Soup Kitchen! 🥣
Join Samson Foodbank every Wednesday at 12:00pm for Soup Kitchen.

A big thank you to the SCW Outreach Team for volunteering their time to help cook, serve, and clean. Your support makes it all possible!

The Samson Foodbank is always looking for SCN staff to volunteer for Soup Kitchen days. If you’d like to book a Wednesday, please contact Carrie at 780-585-3902.

Lots of soup left! Come grab a warm meal and connect with community 💛



Photo: Ashley Lightning, SCN Communications

02/11/2026

🌞🎉 Family Day Fun! 🎉🌞
Samson Community Wellness, Samson Youth & Sports & Integrated Family Services

Bring the whole family out and join us for an afternoon of fun, food, and activities as we celebrate Family Day together!

📅 Monday, February 16, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 HBMC

🎨 Activities include:
• Arts & crafts
• Bouncy castles
• Face painting
• Family photos

🌭🍔 Food provided:
• Hotdogs
• Hamburgers

This is a great opportunity to spend quality time together, connect with community, and enjoy a fun-filled Family Day.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All families are welcome — we look forward to celebrating with you!

📣 Please share and invite your family & friends!

02/11/2026

📅 NWSD Program Calendar Now Available 📅
Nipisihkopahk Wellness & Social Development

The NWSD Program Calendar is now available and includes upcoming programs, workshops, support groups, and community events offered through our departments.

We encourage community members, families, and staff to review the calendar to stay informed about available supports and opportunities.

📍 Programs take place at various NWSD locations.

📞 For more information about specific programs:
Please contact the departments listed on the calendar.

📣 Stay connected, stay informed, and share with family and friends.
Together, we support wellness in our community 💙

02/11/2026

Samson NNADAP invites community members to join our weekly Men’s and Women’s Support Groups. These groups offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space to share, heal, and grow alongside others on similar journeys.

🔥 Men’s Support Group
📅 Every Thursday
🕜 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Samson NNADAP (White House across Willowview Building)
A supportive space for men to connect, reflect, and strengthen their wellbeing through shared experience and encouragement.

🌸 Women’s Support Group
📅 Every Thursday
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Samson NNADAP (White House across Willowview Building)
A welcoming environment for women to connect, share, and support one another on their healing journey.

✨ What to expect:
• Peer support
• Open discussion
• A safe and respectful space
• Confidentiality

📞 For more information:
Contact Samson NNADAP at (780) 585-0799

02/11/2026

Samson NNADAP invites community members to attend upcoming information sessions and support programs focused on healing, recovery, goal setting, and overall well-being. These sessions are open to those seeking knowledge, support, and tools for healthier living in a safe and respectful environment.

📌 Upcoming Programs & Sessions:

‼️Cannabis Information Session
📅 Wednesday, February 11, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM –1:00 PM
📍 NYI Building (White House across Willowview)
An educational session focused on cannabis use, impacts, harm reduction, and making informed choices.

🧠 Triggers & Boundaries – Information Session
📅 Tuesday, February 17, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 NYI Building (White House across Willowview)
Learn how to understand personal triggers, set healthy boundaries, say no without guilt, and prioritize self-care to protect your wellbeing.

🎯 Goal Setting – Information Session
📅 Wednesday, February 18, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 NYI Building (White House across Willowview)
Start the year with intention. Learn practical tools to set meaningful goals, overcome fear, and move forward with confidence.

🤝 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Support Group
📅 Every Thursday
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 White House across Willowview
A confidential, peer-support space for individuals seeking recovery and continued support.

🩺 Detox & Treatment Presentation
📅 Tuesday, February 24, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Samson NNADAP (White House across Willowview)
Learn about:
• Intake process
• Detox options
• Treatment applications
• Aftercare plans

📞 For more information or to register:
Contact Samson NNADAP at (780) 585-0799

02/11/2026

Samson Community Wellness is excited to offer three after-school youth programs focused on culture, creativity, healing, and connection. These programs provide safe, supportive spaces where youth can learn, express themselves, and reconnect with culture and land-based teachings.

✨ Programs Offered:

🪶 Walking With the Land – Land-Based Teachings
📅 Every Wednesday | Feb 11 – April 1, 2026
📍 NYI Building
Youth will take part in cultural teachings that strengthen identity and connection through:
• Ceremonial connection
• Tipi teachings
• Sweats
• Songs and drumming

🎨 Healing Through the Arts (Youth Ages 12–24)
📅 Every Thursday | Feb 12 – April 2, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 NYI Building
A creative wellness program using art as healing through:
• Beading
• Sewing
• Parfleche
• Dance
• Painting
• Drumming

🌱 Roots & Wings – Cultural & Land-Based Teachings for Girls
📅 Every Tuesday | Feb 10 – March 31, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 NYI Building (White House)
A supportive space for girls focusing on:
• Connection to self
• Creativity & expression
• Cultural knowledge
• Storytelling
• Mindfulness & emotional wellbeing

🚐 Transportation is available for all programs

📲 Register online:
👉 www.scwprograms.com

📞 For more information:
Call Youth Wellness at (780) 585-3634

02/11/2026

Samson Community Wellness is proud to support Samson athletes and coaches participating in the Alberta Native Hockey Provincials (April 3-5 Edmonton) and Alberta Treaty Hockey Tournament (April 10–12 in Calgary).

Please click the links to access funding applications- Links can be found on www.scwprograms.com

Native Provincials
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRCDPctIt4Mt2y-Ovz1KaE1osvRcSGrTYO-B4JLYc0HR0lmA/viewform

Treaty Hockey
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexQHeKUaDXmk3Jg1OVXgXzqZUzD82ArLQWFUjDQAPLCqH3OQ/viewform

Bench Staff
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI55sLXH-421tHJRMHYjhNw6B539cjmPabYSiFfZ0Coz_6sQ/viewform

👉 Deadline to apply: March 13, 2026
This deadline aligns with finance year-end processing and ensures all funding can be issued accurately and on time. No late applications or roster add-ons will be accepted after this date.

Please note:
All players must be registered in the RAMP database to be eligible to play and receive funding
Final rosters will be verified with tournament registrars

Reimbursements for hotels must be submitted by May 1, 2026 to communitywellness.nwsd@gmail.com

Cheque distribution will take place after each team’s first game, with Community Wellness staff on site daily from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at tournament arenas (Maxbell & Terwilliger).
Details at www.scwprograms.com

No in-person intakes/phone calls. Please apply through the links only

01/10/2026

Join us for Ice Fishing! 🎣
Open to all SCN Members - FREE to sign up

Bundle up, learn something new, and enjoy a good day on the ice with community!❄️

📅 January 31, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Pigeon Lake – Campground 2

Snacks and equipment are provided, transportation is available.

Click the link to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQZCRuB1MOesQIcs9FqAI2gmn3dpBsv0N9wwXZQ2qBXNZjkg/viewform?usp=header

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