Miskanawah

09/05/2026

International Day of Charity: Generosity can take many forms.

It can be sharing your time, offering what you have, passing along knowledge, helping someone who needs it, or simply showing up for one another.

At Miskanawah, we believe strong communities are built through relationships and reciprocity. Kîyokêwin (ᑮᔪᑫᐏᐣ) speaks to the importance of visiting and connecting with one another. These connections create opportunities to listen, share, learn, and care for each other.

On International Day of Charity, we invite you to think about what giving looks like in your own life. Maybe it is volunteering your time, supporting an Indigenous organization, checking in on someone in your community, sharing what you know, or making a donation if you are able.

Every act of generosity can strengthen the relationships that connect us.

Learn more about ways to support Miskanawah at miskanawah.ca/donate

09/04/2026

***Register early to save your spot!***

🌟 Little Wonders with Miss Natalie
Join Tawaw for Little Wonders, an 8-week early literacy, music and play program for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers.

Each week explores a developmental theme through songs, stories, interactive activities and creative crafts that support early language, learning and whole-child development. Come connect, learn and play together in a warm and welcoming space!

📅 Mondays, October 5–November 30, 2026
🚫 No program October 12
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Tawaw East | 2335 30 Ave NE
👶 Children ages 0–5 and caregivers
👥 Open to 14 families
📵 Filming and photography are not permitted during the program.
Pre-registration required by September 21.
Linda Collins | 403-700-8440 | [email protected]
Lynette Persaud | 403-714-4895 | [email protected]

09/04/2026

🔬 TELUS Spark Family Days
Come explore, discover and have fun with Tawaw at TELUS Spark!
Families are invited to join us for a parent-child adventure where imagination is encouraged and little minds can stay curious through hands-on activities, interactive displays, digital experiences and exciting exhibits.

📅 Choose one date:
Thursday, September 17
Monday, September 21
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 TELUS Spark | 220 St. George’s Drive NE
🍽️ Light lunch provided
👥 Limited spaces available

Pre-registration required by September 10.
Linda Collins | 403-700-8440 | [email protected]
Lynette Persaud | 403-714-4895 | [email protected]

09/04/2026

Sacred Voices – The Movement (Ages 14-18)

Indigenous youth ages 14–18 are invited to join Sacred Voices – The Movement, a special evening hosted in partnership with the Planet Youth Indigenous Parallel team and Children’s Cottage Society.

Through small group circles, youth will have the opportunity to share their lived experiences, goals, hopes, and dreams for the future, while discussing what matters to them and what they would like to see in their communities to support youth well-being and healthy choices.

This is a chance for Indigenous youth to have their voices heard and help shape conversations about what could make their communities stronger and more supportive for young people.

📆 Date: September 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30–8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Children’s Cottage Society
✨ Ages: 14–18

Food and snacks will be provided, and each participant will receive a $50 gift card and a thank-you gift for their participation.

To register: https://childrenscottage.ab.ca/events/sacred-voices-the-movement-with-planet-youth-indigenous-parallel-team/

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Share Your Knowledge Friday
This week’s word: Ice Cream

How do you say this in your language?
We’d love for you to share in the comments!

If you’d like, you can also include:
• Pronunciation
• Dialect/region
• A story or meaning behind the word
Let’s learn from each other

09/03/2026

📚 Family Story Time
Join Tawaw for a special morning of stories, songs, culture and connection!
Families with children ages 0–5 are invited to enjoy cultural stories, smudging and songs shared by one of our Elders while connecting with other families. A snack will be served following the storytelling session.
📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Tawaw West | 2340 1 Avenue NW
👶 Children ages 0–5 with their caregivers
🍎 Snack provided
Pre-registration required.
Linda Collins | 403-700-8440 | [email protected]
Lynette Persaud | 403-714-4895 | [email protected]

09/03/2026

🎬 Youth Movie Night
Movie night at the West! 🍿🎥
Our Tawaw Youth Spoke welcomes youth ages 12–16 to join us for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse!
We’ll provide the food, tasty snacks, a great movie and all the good vibes. All you need to do is show up, bring your amazing self and get ready to kick back, relax and have some fun. No superpowers needed!

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰ 4:30–7:30 PM
📍 Tawaw West | 2340 1 Avenue NW
👥 Ages 12–16
🍕 Food and snacks provided
🚗 Transportation available
Pre-registration is required.
Linda Collins | 403-700-8440 | [email protected]
Lynette Persaud | 403-714-4895 | [email protected]

09/03/2026

🌿 Women’s Sharing Circle
Join Tawaw for our weekly Women’s Sharing Circle based on the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
Come connect, share and reflect on Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility and Truth, and how these teachings can be embraced in daily life.
📅 Wednesdays, September 16–December 2, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Tawaw West | 2340 1 Avenue NW
🍽️ Light lunch provided
🚗 Transportation assistance available upon request
👩 Adults only
Pipe Ceremonies will be held September 16, October 21 and November 18, with a 9:30 AM start on those dates. Pipe Ceremony protocols will be shared with registered participants.
Pre-registration required.
Linda Collins | 403-700-8440 | [email protected]
Lynette Persaud | 403-714-4895 | [email protected]

09/03/2026

Global Rhythms Youth Drumming

Join Tawaw for an afternoon of rhythm, music and connection!

Youth ages 7–17 are invited to explore drums from around the world, create their own beat, or simply follow along and make music together. No experience needed — just come ready to have fun!

📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 2335 30 Ave NE
🍎 Light snacks provided
🚗 Transportation assistance available
👥 Limited to 15 participants

Registration closes September 11.

To register or for more information:
Linda Collins | 403-700-8440 | [email protected]
Lynette Persaud | 403-714-4895 | [email protected]