National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) 2026
Oki Siksika, we hope you can join us for this year’s National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) events!
NAAW takes place November 15–21, 2026, and we’re recognizing it with a week of activities designed to bring community together through connection, healing, recovery and wellness.
This year’s activities centre around Iyaakiitomanistooya, meaning “going to connect” in Blackfoot.
Join us for:
Nov. 16 from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. @ Siksika Support Centre:
Steps Towards Healing: 3rd Annual Walk, in partnership with Red Road Reclamation. Join us as we continue walking together in support of healing, recovery and connection. Lunch will be provided, and a used coat drive will take place during the event.
Nov. 17 from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. @ Siksika Deerfoot Sportsplex Gymnasium:
Youth Wellness Fair. Meet our teams, visit interactive booths, learn about available programs and supports, and participate in Siksika cultural games.
Nov. 19 from 6:00–9:00 p.m. @ Siksika Piiksapi Memorial Arbour:
Evening Gala to Honour Our Recovery Warriors & First Responders. Join us as we gather to recognize our Recovery Warriors and First Responders and the important roles they hold in healing, recovery, support and community connection. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m.
For more information about National Addictions Awareness Week activities, contact Siksika Substance Use Services at 403-734-5687.
Everyone is welcome. We hope to see you there!
The Opposite of Addiction is Connection.
