Monthly Archives May 2021

GCGC ’21

GCGC ’21

May 30, 2021 | Comments Off on GCGC ’21

The Great Canadian Giving Challenge can make a big impact. Every $1* donated in June is a chance for Rossbrook House to win $20,000! Summer weather brings with it the opportunity for the safe return of Rossbrook House programs and outings for our participants. Participants are buzzing with anticipation for the safe return of summer programming and outings, as public health restrictions allow… Including trips to parks, playgrounds and beaches, and opportunities to be crafty through tie-dye and slime. Throughout the month of June, every $1 donated to Rossbrook (on gifts $3+) is an automatic entry for us to win
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Pow Wow Memories

Pow Wow Memories

May 17, 2021 | Comments Off on Pow Wow Memories

The annual Rossbrook House Pow Wow is a cherished tradition. So many dancers have so many great memories from the last (almost) 40 years. Click here to watch our video The beginning…   In the early 1980s Millie Stonechild began to work with a group of students at Eagles’ Circle, sharing teachings and culture. In the process, the students began to learn pow wow dancing.  The first Rossbrook House Pow Wow was held in 1982 in a church basement with taped music playing on a cassette player. Wi Wabigooni students joined with the Eagles’ Circle dancers for that pow wow. Sister Margaret
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