**Circle of Wisdom Elders Seniors Society**  
The **Circle of Wisdom Elders Seniors Society** (Business Registration Number: 734775133RR0001) is a Canadian nonprofit organization based in Calgary, Alberta, dedicated to supporting Indigenous Elders and seniors through cultural revitalization and community-building initiatives. Established informally in 2003 as a Grandmother’s Circle, it became a formal society in spring 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to address elder isolation and vaccine access[3].  

### Mission and Activities  
The society’s mission centers on “creating a stronger circle through the wisdom of Indigenous Elders and seniors,” emphasizing cultural reconnection and intergenerational knowledge sharing[3]. Its programs include traditional craft workshops (e.g., ribbon skirt making), language preservation efforts, and practical workshops on legal and financial topics such as wills and estates[3].  

### Historical Context  
Many participants are survivors of colonial policies such as residential schools and the Sixties Scoop, which systematically disrupted Indigenous cultural practices. The organization provides a space for reclaiming traditions and fostering resilience among individuals impacted by these historical traumas[3].  

### Organizational Impact  
Operating as a gathering place for hundreds of Indigenous seniors annually, the society prioritizes cultural safety and community support. Activities aim to reduce social isolation while strengthening connections to Indigenous identity through ceremonies, storytelling, and resource referrals[3][5].  

[1] https://circleofwisdom.ca [2] https://circleofwisdom.ca/calendar/ [3] https://causes.benevity.org/causes/124-734775133RR0001 [4] https://www.elderwisdomcircle.org [5] https://volunteercalgary.net/nonprofit-organization/circle-of-wisdom-indigenous-elders-senior-centre/