DEPARTMENTS
Shawanaga First Nation Healing Centre
The Shawanaga First Nation Healing Centre is a safe, welcoming place for community members of all ages to access health, healing, and wellness support. Rooted in Anishinaabe values and guided by a holistic approach to care, our Healing Centre offers a wide range of culturally grounded programs that honour the body, mind, spirit, and community.
Whether you’re looking for support with family life, mental wellness, chronic illness, addiction, or traditional healing, our dedicated team is here to walk beside you. Services are offered through community programming or at our Healing Lodge, and are open to all Shawanaga members—with some services also extended to surrounding First Nation and Urban Indigenous communities.
Family and Community Support
Family Support Program
Great Beginnings
Food Vine
Pre- and postnatal education
Breastfeeding education and support
Parenting support
Referrals and advocacy services
Child and Youth Support Program
Supports include:
One-on-one counselling
Group programs (e.g., boys’ and girls’ groups)
Life skills and recreation nights
Traditional teachings and ceremonies
Educational workshops, conferences, and advocacy
Seniors and Adults Program
Services include:
Home care (homemaking, shopping, transportation)
Meals on Wheels
Diners Club with monthly 50+ luncheons
Mental health and HIV/AIDS education and support
Health & Wellness Services
Medical Transportation & Support
Support with travel logistics for specialist and hospital appointments
Guidance for members requiring ongoing or recurring medical transportation
Assistance connecting members with available health and wellness resources
Support focused on helping members access care safely and on time
Diabetes Support Program
Foot care
Peer support group
Education sessions
FASD Program
Awareness workshops
Nutritional education
One-on-one guidance
Addictions Program
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings
Social nights
Counselling, education, and support
Mental Health Services
Individual counselling
Group sessions for youth and adults
Educational workshops
Community Nurse
Blood pressure and blood sugar monitoring
General health consultations
Food Security & Traditional Knowledge
Traditional Food Program
An award-winning initiative that strengthens food security while teaching traditional skills. Youth learn how to hunt, clean, and prepare game, which is then shared with Elders and families in need. Recognized by Health Canada as one of the top three food security programs in the country.
The Healing Lodge
The Shawanaga Healing Lodge offers a deeper path to healing for those impacted by family violence and trauma. Through the guidance of Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and traditional medicine people, individuals and families receive culturally respectful care that nurtures the whole being.
Services are open to Shawanaga members, neighbouring First Nations, and the Urban Indigenous community.
Healing Lodge programming includes:
Traditional counselling
Healing ceremonies and circles
Teachings from Elders
Regalia making and traditional crafts
Drum socials and Pow Wows
Youth mentoring (fishing, hunting, gathering medicines)
Social gatherings and educational workshops
We’re Here for You
Our doors are open to all community members seeking guidance, support, or connection. If you have questions about our services or would like to speak with a team member, we encourage you to reach out. Healing starts with a conversation—and we’re here to listen.
Please contact the Healing Centre for more information or to speak confidentially with a member of our team.
Phone:
705-366-2378 ext. 230
Address:
19 Shebeshekong Road North
Email:
executivedirector.hc@shawanagafirstnation.ca