Ben Calf Robe Society: Resources

08/07/2026

Check out these community BBQs happening this month!

Heart Spirit Healing And Wellness BBQ - August 14th from 11am-2pm!

Indigenous Psychological Services BBQ - August 22nd from 12-2pm

07/29/2026

*Please note this is NOT a BCRS event. Please pre-register at www.canmandan.org or message the Can Man Dan Foundation with any questions you may have.*

[PLEASE SHARE] Edmonton's biggest back-to-school event for underprivileged families is back! And, PRE-REGISTRATION is NOW OPEN!

We're Here For Ya Day returns to Edmonton for the 14th consecutive year on August 23rd, 2026!

Be sure to visit www.canmandan.org to pre-register your family and secure your spot! Full event details, including frequently asked questions and information on how to donate, can all be found there!

This year, my generous partners and I will be giving away:

1. Backpacks + School Supplies
2. Food Hampers
3. Stylish Haircuts
4. and More!

If you and your family can use some extra support for the upcoming school year, please pre-register today and join us on August 23rd for the biggest party of the summer!

*More Supplies & Services!
*More Laughter!
*More Fun!

- Can Man Dan / Daniel Johnstone

07/28/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is marked globally on August 31st to remember those lost, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledge the grief of those left behind.

Get a certificate in Naloxone Training after the completement of this *free* course: https://towardtheheart.com/naloxone-course

07/28/2026

07/28/2026

Beaver Lake Cree Nation Competition Pow Wow -July 31-Aug. 2nd
Lac La Biche Pow Wow Days & Fish Derby -July 30-August 03rd
Sucker Creek FN Traditional Pow Wow- August 8th
Samson Cree Nation Pow Wow August 7-9th
Piikani Nation Celebration & Pow Wow -August 14-16th
Driftpile Cree Nation Annual Powwow - August 14–16, 2026.
Alexander First Nation Traditional Powwow -August 21–23, 2026

07/24/2026

Edit: Please disregard the second date for Samsom!

Thank you Gray Jo for informing us about the upcoming Driftpile Cree Nation Annual Powwow. It is scheduled for August 14–16, 2026.

Thank you Flora Bruno for informing us of the Alexander First Nation Traditional Powwow on August 21–23, 2026.

07/24/2026

Hope to see you all there ..