10/26/2026
๐ฟ Indigenous Spirituality, the Seven Grandfather Teachings & Allyship
What does it mean to truly honour and support Indigenous spirituality?
This Sunday, November 1, Ottawa Spiritual Awakening Sanctuary welcomes Dr. Bernice Downey, an Anishinaabe woman and medical anthropologist, for an important and thought-provoking conversation.
โจ Niizhwaaswi Gโmishomisinaanig (Our 7 Grandfathers): A Conversation About Indigenous Spiritual Allyship
Through an exploration of Indigenous ways of knowing and being, Dr. Downey will introduce the Seven Grandfather Teachings and invite us to reflect on the role we can play in respecting and supporting Indigenous spirituality.
Two opportunities to participate:
๐ 1:00 PM โ Sunday Sanctuary Gathering
Join us for a short introductory talk by Dr. Downey during our regular Sunday gathering.
๐ฟ 3:30โ4:30 PM โ Interactive Workshop/Discussion
Join us for a deeper conversation, shared reflection, and an opportunity to ask questions.
๐ Friendship Room โ 1099 Maitland Avenue, Ottawa
๐ Workshop Admission: Free!
โจ Everyone is welcome. Come ready to listen, learn, and engage in meaningful conversation.
Ottawa Spiritual Awakening Sanctuary
Where Spirit, Healing & Community Meet.