About CAAWS
Reconnecting with
Ancestral Wellness
CAAWS "Calling All Ancestors Wellness Society" is a community-centered nonprofit dedicated to strengthening wellness and cultural reconnection through connection to self, ancestral teachings and land-based healing practices. Our Board of Directors guide the organization's mission and uphold our values and integrity to ensure sustainability. While the founders are of Metis heritage and dedicated to traditional healing and "old ways", our organizations' offerings are open to everyone.
Healing Philosophy
Healing is Not Only Personal, but Ancestral
CAAWS recognizes that healing is not only personal but ancestral. By reconnecting with land, culture, and community, individuals can reclaim wellness pathways that honour cultural identity and support trauma recovery in a holistic way. CAAWS acknowledges the traditions of indigenous peoples of the world will allow us to heal the disconnection from ourselves and others that stem from trauma, grief, illness and addictions of all kinds. We offer land-based healing, workshops, private sessions, sober/recovery events, ceremony and youth mentorship.
Mission
Our Guiding Purpose
To promote wellness, sobriety and land-based healing to empower individuals and families through practices that honour our ancestors, strengthen cultural identity, and nurture lifelong wellbeing.
Vision
What We See Ahead
A thriving community of wellness where people feel connected to themselves and to culture and traditions. A community where all are supported in recovery and grounded in the healing power of land and kinship.
Our Values
Encouragement, Education, Community
Cultural Integrity
Honouring ancestral teachings, stories, and ways of knowing.
Ancestors
Recognizing the wisdom, guidance, support and presence of those who came before us.
Holistic Wellness
Supporting mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.
Sobriety & Safety
Creating environments that promote recovery and personal empowerment.
Land is Medicine
Teaching land-based practices as essential to healing.
Community & Kinship
Building strong networks of support.