Indigenous Initiatives at Durham CHC

12/31/2025

Join the Indigenous Team at DCHC for a gathering celebrating Manidoo-Giizis (Spirit Moon). Manidoo-Giizis associates with the manitou Nanaboozho, who taught the Ojibwe people about the moon cycle and its connection to the natural world.

The Spirit Moon is a time for thinking about our relationships to the land, waters, and the spirit that infuses all things. A time for setting intentions for the year ahead and honouring the manitou Nanaboozho.

To learn more or register please contact Mary Sue at: mrobinet@durhamchc.ca

12/21/2025

Today! Hope to see you there

Anniin!
We are excited to share that another Winter Solstice event is coming to Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC)-
115 Grassmere Ave, Oshawa
On Sunday December 21st we will be starting at 12pm with a Pipe Ceremony Conducted by Grey Cloud - James Carpenter and then some Sacred Words from Elders, Dorthy Peters and Tom Cowie.
There will be a Big Drum, Hand drumming, Dancing, Storytelling, a Sacred Fire, food and give away items.
Of course there will also be opportunities to shop at the Indigenous Market on site. With many local Indigenous Artists and entrepreneurs offering up some incredible items.
We hope to see you there. All are welcome.

See attached poster for more information and please share with your friends, family and community members

12/15/2025

Here is the updated flyer for women's circle, it is tomorrow Dec 16th not the 15th as stated on a previous flyer. ‼️‼️

12/11/2025

Anniin!
We are excited to share that another Winter Solstice event is coming to Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC)-
115 Grassmere Ave, Oshawa
On Sunday December 21st we will be starting at 12pm with a Pipe Ceremony Conducted by Grey Cloud - James Carpenter and then some Sacred Words from Elders, Dorthy Peters and Tom Cowie.
There will be a Big Drum, Hand drumming, Dancing, Storytelling, a Sacred Fire, food and give away items.
Of course there will also be opportunities to shop at the Indigenous Market on site. With many local Indigenous Artists and entrepreneurs offering up some incredible items.
We hope to see you there. All are welcome.

See attached poster for more information and please share with your friends, family and community members

12/10/2025

‼️‼️Today's women's circle with Sitting Turtle and 1:1 appointments have been cancelled due to weather and unsafe travel.

Join the Team at for a Women's healing circle with Sitting Turtle! Please come prepared with a skirt (Optional), to***co, a water vessel, journal, and an open heart-and-mind.

To learn more or register, please contact Meagan at: (905)723-0036, ext. 1084 or mklavet@durhamchc.ca

12/08/2025

Join the Team at for a Women's healing circle with Sitting Turtle! Please come prepared with a skirt (Optional), to***co, a water vessel, journal, and an open heart-and-mind.

To learn more or register, please contact Meagan at: (905)723-0036, ext. 1084 or mklavet@durhamchc.ca

12/08/2025

Traditional Reiki Healing is coming to DCHC! Join the Indigenous Team for this incredible healing experience led by Showna Smoke!

Reiki means "Universal Life Force," it is a natural healing practice that promotes physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance. This traditional healing practice supports the body's natural ability to heal itself and assists in relieving pain, stress, and anxiety.

Book your spot today! For more information or to book your spot, please contact Meagan at: mklavet@durhamchc.ca OR 905-723-0036 Ext. 1084

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12/08/2025

Sitting Turtle – Kelly Lavallee (Memengwaa-bimashii) brings Traditional Knowledge and Healing. Her work is led by addressing the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual needs in a safe and confidential space.

Individual appointments available.

If you’re carrying heavy things, feeling stuck, or needing deeper guidance, 1:1 session offers focused, spirit-led healing. This work supports emotional, mental, spiritual, and trauma-centered wellness — grounded in land, ceremony, and ancestral knowledge.

To make an appointment please contact Meagan at: mlkavet@durhamchc.ca or 905-723-0036 Ext. 1084

12/08/2025

Community Sweat Lodge with Grey Cloud is open to all members of the community! Step into a sacred space guided by traditional teachings, songs, and spirit. The Sweat Lodge Ceremony is a time to learn, release, reconnect, and restore your spirit. This Sweat Lodge will be facilitated by James Carpenter (Grey Cloud).

Please Bring:
A Skirt or Shorts (Optional)
To***co
A Water Vessel
A Journal (Optional)
An Open Heart and Mind

To learn more or register, please contact James at: jcostello@durhamchc.ca or 905-723-0036 Ext. 1072

12/03/2025

Aanii, Today is cancelled and next week we will see you there

New tiny tot drop in program starting! Every Wednesday from 430- 7pm, Indigenous families with children 0-6y can come to socialize, play games, do arts and crafts, mixed in with Indigenous education. Light refreshments will be available.

Please register weekly with Victoria
Victoria.grant@ymcagta.org

11/26/2025

Aanii community,

Health and wellness night will not be running tonight and the hand Drumming group is also not on tonight. Miigwetch for your understanding and we hope to see you all at the next community event.
❤️💛🖤🤍

11/25/2025

The Indigenous Health and Wellness team is proud to have James Carpenter providing traditional healing for clients!

Traditional Healer, James Carpenter offers Traditional methods of holistic care; by addressing mental, emotional, physical and spiritual needs in a safe and confidential space.

To register, please contact Meagan at: mklavet@durhamchc.ca or 905-723-0036 Ext. 1084