The NAFC's Winter 2025 Newsletter is now available. Read or download at the link in here: issuu.com/nafc_anca/do...

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.

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

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

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.

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...

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,

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...

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

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!

WATCH: The Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan (AFCS) ensures advocacy and support for local friendship centres. Laurie Bouvier is the executive director of AFCS. nafc.ca/news-media/s...

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

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

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-...

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...

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

Félicitations aux nouveaux membres du conseil d’administration du Conseil national de réconciliation ! 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...

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.

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.

L'ANCA recrute un coordinateur de programme ou une coordinatrice de programme et un coordinateur de programme - Développement économique et du travail ou une coordinatrice de programme - Développement économique et du travail ! Lien : nafc.bamboohr.com/careers Date de clôture - Le 7 mars 2025.

The NAFC is hiring a Program Coordinator, and a Program Coordinator - Economic and Labour Development! Come join our great team! Link: nafc.bamboohr.com/careers Closing Date - March 7, 2025 at 5 pm.

The NAFC is hiring a Director of Finance. Come join our great team! Please submit your resume and cover letter by 5 pm on March 14, 2025, detailing how your qualifications align with our needs. nafc.bamboohr.com/careers/46

We’re back for another day of learning, sharing, and deepening our understanding of Indigenous language revitalization. From the National Action Plan for Indigenous Languages to keynote speakers like Falcon McLeod and Kahentawaks Tiewishaw, today’s sessions are sure to inspire.

La première journée du Forum sur les langues autochtones de l'ANCA s'est achevée sur un sentiment d'inspiration. Du discours d’ouverture de M. Ronald E. Ignace, commissaire aux langues autochtones, suivi de discussions dynamiques dans les salles en petits groupes, aux présentations éclairantes du

As day one of the NAFC’s Indigenous Languages Forum ended, we left feeling inspired. Beginning with a keynote address from Dr. Ronald E. Ignace, Commissioner of Indigenous Languages, to the dynamic discussions in breakout rooms, today was filled with insightful presentations from the

Le tout premier commissaire aux langues autochtones, M. Ronald E. Ignace, a ouvert aujourd’hui le Forum sur les langues autochtones par un discours liminaire dans lequel il a fait part de son expérience de vie, du lien étroit qui existe entre la culture et la langue, et des efforts déployés pour

The first-ever Indigenous Language Commissioner, Dr. Ronald E. Ignace, opened today’s Indigenous Languages Forum with a keynote address that shared his life experiences, the strong connection between culture and language, and the efforts to support Indigenous language reclamation and revitalization.

Bienvenue au Forum sur les langues autochtones de l’ANCA — Retrouver nos voix : Forum sur les langues autochtones en milieu urbain !

Today is Day 1 of the NAFC’s Indigenous Languages Forum - Reclaiming Our Voices: Urban Forum on Indigenous Languages!

You are invited to Save The Date for the National Association of Friendship Centres’ (NAFC) 54th Annual Meeting and 35th Annual Youth Forum, proudly hosted by the Brandon Friendship Centre in Brandon, Manitoba.

POUR PUBLICATION IMMÉDIATE L’Énoncé économique de l'automne de 2024 fait fi des priorités clés des populations autochtones vivant en milieu urbain OTTAWA, ONTARIO - L'Association nationale des centres d'amitié (ANCA) prend acte de la publication de l'Énoncé économique de

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2024 Fall Economic Statement Overlooks Key Urban Indigenous Priorities OTTAWA, ONTARIO – The National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) acknowledges the release of the 2024 Fall Economic Statement and the contributions of Budget 2024.

On behalf of everyone at the NAFC, we would like to wish you rest, reflection, and renewal this Holiday Season. - - - Au nom de tous les membres de l'ANCA, nous vous souhaitons le repos, la réflexion et le rétablissement pour la période des fêtes.

Aujourd'hui, 6 décembre, nous célébrons la Journée nationale de commémoration et d'action contre la violence faite aux femmes.

Today, December 6, we observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day calls on all of us to honor the memory of those who have experienced gender-based violence and those who lost their lives to gender-based violence.

Are you a Friendship Centre that was funded by our Indigenous Languages Program or a community organization engaged in Indigenous language programming?

REGISTER NOW! On February 12-13, 2025, the NAFC will be hosting Reclaiming Our Voices: Urban Forum on Indigenous Languages.

Friendship Centres support urban Indigenous communities in need and in celebration. Sustainable funding, helps us be there when we’re needed most. For more information, go to www.nafc.ca/support-the-fcm #SupportYourLocalFriendshipCentre

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à un atelier sur la réduction des obstacles au travail, à l'inscription et au vote lors d'une élection fédérale, organisé par Élections Canada en collaboration avec Indspire et l'Association nationale des centres d'amitié. Crédit photo : Elections Canada

We are excited to invite you to a workshop on Reducing Barriers to Working, Registering, and Voting in a Federal Election, hosted by Elections Canada in collaboration with the Indspire and the National Association of Friendship Centres. Photography credit: Elections Canada

Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. We must work together to end the cycle of violence and ensure safe, supportive communities for all. It is important that we amplify the voices of survivors, advocate for justice, and promote education and awareness.

Predictable and sustainable resources allow strong Urban Indigenous communities to build strong Friendship Centres. For more information, go to www.nafc.ca/support-the-fcm #SupportYourLocalFriendshipCentre

Le leadership s’acquiert tôt. Soutenez les Centres d'amitié qui forment la prochaine génération de dirigeants autochtones. Pour plus d’informations, veuillez consulter le site : www.nafc.ca/support-the-fcm #SoutenezVotreCentreDAmitiéLocal #ANCA #CentreDAmitié #AutochtonieUrbaine