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National Association of Friendship Centres, 100+ Canada-wide • Association nationale des centres d’amitié, 100+ à travers le Canada
www.nafc.ca
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We are sharing a recent CBC article featuring NAFC President Pamela Glode-Desrochers, and BCAAFC Executive Director Celeste Hayward regarding federal Friendship Centre funding.
December 5, 2025 at 7:52 PM
We are sharing a recent CBC article featuring NAFC President Pamela Glode-Desrochers, and BCAAFC Executive Director Celeste Hayward regarding federal Friendship Centre funding.
Art autochtone. Cadeaux faits main.
Joignez-vous à nous au Marché artisanal autochtone, du 9-11 décembre à l’hôtel The Westin Ottawa.
Découvrez le travail de plus de 40 artisanes et artisans autochtones et trouvez quelque chose de beau pour vous ou pour un être cher.
Joignez-vous à nous au Marché artisanal autochtone, du 9-11 décembre à l’hôtel The Westin Ottawa.
Découvrez le travail de plus de 40 artisanes et artisans autochtones et trouvez quelque chose de beau pour vous ou pour un être cher.
December 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Art autochtone. Cadeaux faits main.
Joignez-vous à nous au Marché artisanal autochtone, du 9-11 décembre à l’hôtel The Westin Ottawa.
Découvrez le travail de plus de 40 artisanes et artisans autochtones et trouvez quelque chose de beau pour vous ou pour un être cher.
Joignez-vous à nous au Marché artisanal autochtone, du 9-11 décembre à l’hôtel The Westin Ottawa.
Découvrez le travail de plus de 40 artisanes et artisans autochtones et trouvez quelque chose de beau pour vous ou pour un être cher.
Indigenous art. Handmade gifts. Supporting Community.
Join us for the Indigenous Artisan Market, December 9 to 11 at The Westin Ottawa.
Browse the work of more than 40 Indigenous artisans and find something beautiful for yourself or a loved one.
#SupportIndigenous #ShopIndigenous #IndigenousArt
Join us for the Indigenous Artisan Market, December 9 to 11 at The Westin Ottawa.
Browse the work of more than 40 Indigenous artisans and find something beautiful for yourself or a loved one.
#SupportIndigenous #ShopIndigenous #IndigenousArt
December 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Indigenous art. Handmade gifts. Supporting Community.
Join us for the Indigenous Artisan Market, December 9 to 11 at The Westin Ottawa.
Browse the work of more than 40 Indigenous artisans and find something beautiful for yourself or a loved one.
#SupportIndigenous #ShopIndigenous #IndigenousArt
Join us for the Indigenous Artisan Market, December 9 to 11 at The Westin Ottawa.
Browse the work of more than 40 Indigenous artisans and find something beautiful for yourself or a loved one.
#SupportIndigenous #ShopIndigenous #IndigenousArt
Support Indigenous artists and find one-of-a-kind gifts at the Indigenous Artisan Market, December 9 to 11 at The Westin Ottawa. Over 40 artisans will be showcasing beadwork, quillwork, woodwork, art, and more.
9AM to 5PM
#SupportIndigenous #CraftMarket #ShopIndigenous
9AM to 5PM
#SupportIndigenous #CraftMarket #ShopIndigenous
December 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Support Indigenous artists and find one-of-a-kind gifts at the Indigenous Artisan Market, December 9 to 11 at The Westin Ottawa. Over 40 artisans will be showcasing beadwork, quillwork, woodwork, art, and more.
9AM to 5PM
#SupportIndigenous #CraftMarket #ShopIndigenous
9AM to 5PM
#SupportIndigenous #CraftMarket #ShopIndigenous
Soutenez les artistes autochtones et trouvez des cadeaux uniques au Marché artisanal autochtone, du 9 au 11 décembre à l’hôtel The Westin Ottawa.
Plus de 40 artisanes et artisans y présenteront leurs créations : broderie de perles, paperole, sculpture sur bois, œuvres d’art et bien plus encore.
Plus de 40 artisanes et artisans y présenteront leurs créations : broderie de perles, paperole, sculpture sur bois, œuvres d’art et bien plus encore.
December 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Soutenez les artistes autochtones et trouvez des cadeaux uniques au Marché artisanal autochtone, du 9 au 11 décembre à l’hôtel The Westin Ottawa.
Plus de 40 artisanes et artisans y présenteront leurs créations : broderie de perles, paperole, sculpture sur bois, œuvres d’art et bien plus encore.
Plus de 40 artisanes et artisans y présenteront leurs créations : broderie de perles, paperole, sculpture sur bois, œuvres d’art et bien plus encore.
In the episode Friendship, Leadership, and the Movement, Len Pierre (Katzie) sits down with NAFC Youth Executive Samantha Jack (Nuu-chah-nulth & Yale First Nations) to talk about the Friendship Centre Movement
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November 28, 2025 at 2:50 PM
In the episode Friendship, Leadership, and the Movement, Len Pierre (Katzie) sits down with NAFC Youth Executive Samantha Jack (Nuu-chah-nulth & Yale First Nations) to talk about the Friendship Centre Movement
youtu.be/7eJuFLO4uqU?...
nafc.ca/news-media/p...
youtu.be/7eJuFLO4uqU?...
nafc.ca/news-media/p...
Following the tabling of the first budget under Prime Minister Mark Carney, reactions have been mixed among Indigenous community leaders. Pam Glode-Desrochers, president of the NAFC and executive director of the Mi'kmaw Native FC, shared her pov with host, Alison Brunette.
November 12, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Following the tabling of the first budget under Prime Minister Mark Carney, reactions have been mixed among Indigenous community leaders. Pam Glode-Desrochers, president of the NAFC and executive director of the Mi'kmaw Native FC, shared her pov with host, Alison Brunette.
La directrice générale de l’ANCA, Jocelyn W. Formsma, la vice-présidente de l’ANCA, Lois Duke, ainsi que Stacey Howse, directrice générale du First Light Friendship Centre et membre du conseil d’administration de l’ANCA,
November 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
La directrice générale de l’ANCA, Jocelyn W. Formsma, la vice-présidente de l’ANCA, Lois Duke, ainsi que Stacey Howse, directrice générale du First Light Friendship Centre et membre du conseil d’administration de l’ANCA,
NAFC CEO Jocelyn W. Formsma, NAFC Vice President Lois Duke, and First Light Friendship Centre CEO and NAFC Board Member Stacey Howse attended the Senate Committee on National Finance to discuss federal programs and initiatives to support the creation of housing
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November 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
NAFC CEO Jocelyn W. Formsma, NAFC Vice President Lois Duke, and First Light Friendship Centre CEO and NAFC Board Member Stacey Howse attended the Senate Committee on National Finance to discuss federal programs and initiatives to support the creation of housing
senparlvu.parl.gc.ca/harmony/en/p...
senparlvu.parl.gc.ca/harmony/en/p...
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – November 4, 2025 – The National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) expresses deep concern with the release of the 2025 Federal Budget and the government’s missed opportunity to address the realities of urban Indigenous people.
November 5, 2025 at 1:03 AM
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – November 4, 2025 – The National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) expresses deep concern with the release of the 2025 Federal Budget and the government’s missed opportunity to address the realities of urban Indigenous people.
Please join the NAFC as we gather on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Nation in a summit focused on urban Indigenous capacity building, knowledge sharing and action planning.
Registration is now live!
For more info: nafc.ca/summit-2025
Registration is now live!
For more info: nafc.ca/summit-2025
November 3, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Please join the NAFC as we gather on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Nation in a summit focused on urban Indigenous capacity building, knowledge sharing and action planning.
Registration is now live!
For more info: nafc.ca/summit-2025
Registration is now live!
For more info: nafc.ca/summit-2025
Happy Halloween from the National Association of Friendship Centres!
Wishing everyone a fun and safe night filled with treats, laughter, and community. Stay safe and take care of one another!
Wishing everyone a fun and safe night filled with treats, laughter, and community. Stay safe and take care of one another!
October 31, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Happy Halloween from the National Association of Friendship Centres!
Wishing everyone a fun and safe night filled with treats, laughter, and community. Stay safe and take care of one another!
Wishing everyone a fun and safe night filled with treats, laughter, and community. Stay safe and take care of one another!
WATCH: The Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan (AFCS) ensures advocacy and support for local friendship centres. Laurie Bouvier is the executive director of AFCS.
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October 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
WATCH: The Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan (AFCS) ensures advocacy and support for local friendship centres. Laurie Bouvier is the executive director of AFCS.
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Reposted by NAFC - ANCA
The National Association of Friendship Centres has asked for $65M in funding for 2025, but Prime Minister Mark Carney has said some tough choices are coming in his Nov. 4 budget.
www.aptnnews.ca?p=278786
www.aptnnews.ca?p=278786
Friendship Centres CEO worried about Federal Budget
Jocelyn Formsma is worried about the lack of communication from Indigenous Services Canada since making pre-budget submission.
www.aptnnews.ca
October 22, 2025 at 11:13 PM
The National Association of Friendship Centres has asked for $65M in funding for 2025, but Prime Minister Mark Carney has said some tough choices are coming in his Nov. 4 budget.
www.aptnnews.ca?p=278786
www.aptnnews.ca?p=278786
Friendship Centres need long-term government funding so that they can continue to provide Urban Indigenous people across Canada with programs and services that are essential and culturally-relevant.
Visit: nafc.ca/support-the-... #SupportYourLocalFriendshipCentre
Visit: nafc.ca/support-the-... #SupportYourLocalFriendshipCentre
October 24, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Friendship Centres need long-term government funding so that they can continue to provide Urban Indigenous people across Canada with programs and services that are essential and culturally-relevant.
Visit: nafc.ca/support-the-... #SupportYourLocalFriendshipCentre
Visit: nafc.ca/support-the-... #SupportYourLocalFriendshipCentre
Friendship Centres have been a focal point for urban Indigenous communities for culture, safety, support, and connection. But federal funding is expiring – and long-term investment is urgently needed.
#SupportTheFriendshipCentreMovement
Learn more: nafc.ca/support-the-...
#SupportTheFriendshipCentreMovement
Learn more: nafc.ca/support-the-...
October 24, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Friendship Centres have been a focal point for urban Indigenous communities for culture, safety, support, and connection. But federal funding is expiring – and long-term investment is urgently needed.
#SupportTheFriendshipCentreMovement
Learn more: nafc.ca/support-the-...
#SupportTheFriendshipCentreMovement
Learn more: nafc.ca/support-the-...
Canada Strong Starts with Friendship Centres: Investing in Urban Indigenous Communities Builds National Resilience nafc.ca/news-media/w...
October 24, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Canada Strong Starts with Friendship Centres: Investing in Urban Indigenous Communities Builds National Resilience nafc.ca/news-media/w...
The chief executive officer of the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) says she’s worried about a lack of communication from Indigenous Services Canada since she made the organization’s pre-budget submission during a meeting in early August. nafc.ca/news-media/a...
October 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
The chief executive officer of the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) says she’s worried about a lack of communication from Indigenous Services Canada since she made the organization’s pre-budget submission during a meeting in early August. nafc.ca/news-media/a...
We’re pleased to share our recent opinion editorial published in The Hill Times, titled: “Federal funding out of touch with Indigenous realities”. Read the full article here: nafc.ca/news-media/t...
October 24, 2025 at 1:39 PM
We’re pleased to share our recent opinion editorial published in The Hill Times, titled: “Federal funding out of touch with Indigenous realities”. Read the full article here: nafc.ca/news-media/t...
'The next generation is here': Indigenous youth claim their vote
'The next generation is here': Indigenous youth claim their vote
A new generation of Indigenous voters is rising — informed, passionate, and ready to be heard.
www.nationalobserver.com
April 28, 2025 at 5:36 PM
'The next generation is here': Indigenous youth claim their vote
Félicitations aux nouveaux membres du conseil d’administration du Conseil national de réconciliation !
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/fra/17406828...
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/fra/17406828...
March 6, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Félicitations aux nouveaux membres du conseil d’administration du Conseil national de réconciliation !
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/fra/17406828...
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/fra/17406828...
Congratulations to the newly appointed National Council for Reconciliation Board of Directors!
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/17406828...
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/17406828...
March 6, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Congratulations to the newly appointed National Council for Reconciliation Board of Directors!
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/17406828...
www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/17406828...
L'ANCA recrute un analyste des politiques – FFADA2E+, lutte contre la violence et équité et un analyste des politiques - enfance et jeunesse et deux assistants de recherche à temps partiel ! Venez rejoindre notre grande équipe !
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Date de clôture: Le 7 mars 2025 à 17 heures.
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Date de clôture: Le 7 mars 2025 à 17 heures.
February 25, 2025 at 8:36 PM
L'ANCA recrute un analyste des politiques – FFADA2E+, lutte contre la violence et équité et un analyste des politiques - enfance et jeunesse et deux assistants de recherche à temps partiel ! Venez rejoindre notre grande équipe !
nafc.bamboohr.com/careers
Date de clôture: Le 7 mars 2025 à 17 heures.
nafc.bamboohr.com/careers
Date de clôture: Le 7 mars 2025 à 17 heures.
The NAFC is hiring a Policy Analyst – MMIWG2S+, Anti-Violence and Equity, Policy Analyst – Children and Youth, and two part-time Research Assistants! Come join our great team!
Link: nafc.bamboohr.com/careers
Closing Date - March 7, 2025 at 5 pm.
Link: nafc.bamboohr.com/careers
Closing Date - March 7, 2025 at 5 pm.
February 25, 2025 at 8:36 PM
The NAFC is hiring a Policy Analyst – MMIWG2S+, Anti-Violence and Equity, Policy Analyst – Children and Youth, and two part-time Research Assistants! Come join our great team!
Link: nafc.bamboohr.com/careers
Closing Date - March 7, 2025 at 5 pm.
Link: nafc.bamboohr.com/careers
Closing Date - March 7, 2025 at 5 pm.