Welcoming
A respectful environment where members and supporters feel valued.
Our association
About WHAC
A home for heritage, family connection, and purposeful community life in Calgary.
WHAC Calgary
A home for heritage and connection
Wado Heritage Association Calgary is a socio-cultural community association created to bring together people connected to Urhoboland, Isoko heritage, and friends of the culture living in Calgary and surrounding communities.
WHAC is built on respect, inclusion, accountability, service, family connection, cultural pride, and collective progress.
How we show up
Grounded in heritage, focused on progress
WHAC honours cultural roots while building a positive and inclusive community life in Canada.
Forward-looking
Learning, mentorship, and education-focused community progress.
Culturally grounded
Keeping heritage alive while building community life in Canada.
Community-minded
Participation, care, and meaningful relationships guide our work.
Our shared future
A community built around participation and care
WHAC is more than an organization. It is a welcoming space where people celebrate milestones, support one another, preserve cultural identity, and build strong family and community ties.