1. Vision & Goals
1.1. Vision
1.1.1. To support, advocate for, and build the capacity of member Friendship Centres across Ontario.
1.1.2. Friendship Centres are community hubs where Indigenous people living in towns, cities, and urban centres can access culturally-based and culturally-appropriate programs and services every day.
1.2. Goals
1.2.1. To provide
1.2.1.1. Dynamic hubs of economic and social convergence that create space for Indigenous communities to thrive
1.2.1.2. Incubators for young Indigenous people in pursuit of education and employment goals
1.2.1.3. Sites of cultural resurgence for Indigenous families who want to raise their children to be proud of who they are
1.2.1.4. Safe havens for Indigenous community members requiring supports
2. Accessing Services & Programs
2.1. Friendship Centres
2.1.1. Every Friendship Centre, found in various geographical locations throughout Ontario, is managed independently from the OFIFC and offers supportive programs and services that are needed in the community
2.1.2. Each centre provides a place of acceptance and well-being for Indigenous peoples but might differ to fit the needs of that specific community
2.1.3. The dynamic staff and volunteers from each Friendship Centre provide up to as many as 20+ programs for urban Indigenous people, with services covering the full spectrum of the life cycle
2.2. Digital Resources
2.2.1. Newsletters
2.2.2. Photo & Video Gallerys
2.2.3. Success Stories
3. Structures don’t make change, people do
4. Addressing Equity, Inclusion & Awareness of Cultural Diversity
4.1. Trauma Informed Schools Toolkit
4.2. Urban Centres
4.2.1. Indigenous service network in the province supporting this vibrant, diverse, and quickly-growing population through programs and initiatives that span justice, health, family support, long-term care, healing and wellness, employment and training, education, research, and more