About the Program
The Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodge located in Timmins, ON is designed to bridge wellness through culture specifically spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being. By connecting with traditional culture, the intent is to bring to light meaning, purpose, hope, and belonging.
The Healing Lodge
The Healing Lodge has capacity for 6 youth. Each youth will have access to their own private bedroom. The 7-week residential program integrates relationship building, group therapy, healthy eating, traditional medicines, ceremony, and language.
Indigenous Based
Learning Resources
Online Resources
Local Resources
Local Crisis Lines & Additional (24/7 services)
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🌿 Now Accepting Applications!
Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodge is accepting applications for our Seven-Week Bed-Based Program for Female Youth Aged 12–17, starting in January 2027.
Our program offers culturally focused, trauma-informed support for First Nations youth experiencing or seeking to prevent addictions and mental health challenges, including polysubstance use.
📅 Program: January–February 2027
📍 Location: 5310 Highway 101 West, Timmins, ON P4R 0B5
📩 Email: intake@kanachihih.ca
📞 Phone: 1-807-696-3242
🌐 Apply online: kanachihih.org/intake-form
or, scan the QR code on the poster to complete your application!
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Meegwetch! Where can one find other places for older females with children dnd older men also with child and partner
🌿 Take the next step together through Wakenagun’s Virtual Pre-Treatment Sessions!
Youth preparing to begin their healing journey at Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodge are invited to join our supportive virtual sessions. This is an opportunity to meet staff and other youth, ask questions, and learn what to expect before arriving for the seven-week residential program.
Participants will:
🔹 Meet Wakenagun staff and other youth
🔹 Learn about the seven-week stay and programming
🔹 Explore wellness, healing, and cultural teachings
🔹 Prepare for the upcoming journey in a safe and supportive space
📅 Starting November 2026
🔄 Every second Tuesday
⏰ 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual delivery
👥 For youth preparing to attend Wakenagun
For program information and virtual-access details, please contact Dave or Saroj:
📞 1-705-269-0233 ext. 113
📧 outreach@wakenagunhealinglodge.ca
We look forward to connecting with you and helping you feel informed, welcomed, and prepared for the journey ahead!
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✨ Wakenagun graduates—stay connected through our Virtual Aftercare Program!
All Wakenagun Youth Healing Lodge graduates are invited to join a welcoming online space where participants can reconnect, share their experiences, access continued support, and encourage one another along their healing journeys.
Each session may include:
🔹 Sharing circles
🔹 Fun recreational activities
🔹 Mental-wellness resources and referrals
🔹 Redpath and BIRCH aftercare support
📅 Starting November 2026
🔄 Every second Thursday
⏰ 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual program
👥 Open to all Wakenagun graduates
✅ Free to participate
For program information and virtual-access details, please contact Dave or Saroj:
📞 1-705-269-0233 ext. 113
📧 outreach@wakenagunhealinglodge.ca
We look forward to reconnecting, sharing, and continuing the healing journey together!
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