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COVID-19 (9 Jun 2020) Tungasuvvingat Inuit Food Bank is open for Inuk in need of food support. * Contact TI worker for details or call Paulina at 613-857-1709. * All TI non-essential services programming are suspended until further notice. Mamisarvik Healing Centre is an essential service for the participants. * This information is regularly updated on their Facebook page.

Community centre that provides services adapted to the needs of Inuit clients

The Family Well-Being Program (1071 Richmond Rd): Prevention-focused, culturally-responsive supports to promote healthy communities * supports families to heal from the effects of intergenerational trauma, reduce violence * addresses the over-representation of Indigenous children and youth in child welfare and youth justice systems Child development and nutrition * cultural development and retention * parenting and care-taking skills * community development * pre and postnatal program

Youth Program (1071 Richmond Rd, 297 Savard): Various programs that promote Inuit culture and language * life skills education * promotes exercise * provides alternatives to negative environments

Counselling Services: assists clients with day to day personal and emotion struggles * Inuit Residential School Program provides support to former IRS students and their families.

Community Support Program, Drop In (297 Savard Ave): supportive environment attempting to duplicate the community spirit and cultural surrounding of the Inuit homelands * socialization opportunities * settlement services, housing assistance and information and referral to legal, medical and social services * Interpretation services and assistance in obtaining non-insured health benefits * weekly Inuit women's healing circle * men's group and Community Kitchen, Weekly Food Bank

Housing Support Services (297 Savard Ave): housing-based case management program for clients who are chronically or episodically homeless * general Housing assistance * crisis intervention services

Inuit Court and Justice Programs (604 Laurier West): offers supports to Inuit involved with the legal system. Restorative Justice model and Gladue Services

Exiting Sex Trade/Anti Human Trafficking Program (604 Laurier West): offers support to Inuit involved in the sex trade being trafficked or at risk in a harm reduction model

Employment Services (1071 Richmond Rd): assistance with writing resumes, cover letters, finding employment or training assists in the removal of barriers in the road to long-term employment

Cultural Programming : Cultural events and activities throughout the year * Inuit craft workshops * Elders Tea

A safe, supportive and welcoming environment for Aboriginal students of Algonquin College. There are opportunities for career, academic and personal counselling, as well as traditional healing, meeting with Knowledge Keepers, attending socials and educational workshops.

Orientation * Individual and Group Counselling * Educational Workshops * Mental Health Services * Referrals

Advice and referral service for navigating information

• tools and support available to start or expand activities in the agriculture and agri-food sector

Enriched Support Program (ESP)

• a first-year program designed for students who do not meet traditional university entrance requirements
• helps students qualify for admission to a degree program while earning university credits in supported learning environment
• contact: 613-520-2804, esp@carleton.ca

Lifelong Learning Program (LLeaP)

• Carleton University's Centre for Initiatives in Education offers a daytime non-credit, low-cost program for semi-retired and retired people who are interested in learning for the fun of learning
• sessions throughout the year
• no exams or grades, lectures and discussion
• contact: 613-520-3699, lifelonglearning@carleton.ca

Federal health government programs related to Aboriginal health

Health promotion activities delivered by community diabetes workers and health service providers

Funds activities that support early intervention strategies

• addresses learning and developmental needs of young children living in First Nations communities

Organized links of interest

• program managers, administrators, financial officers, information technologists, or anyone working with contribution agreements

Access to online health information and tools

Mental health and emotional support services

• offered to eligible former Indian Residential School students and their families

Provides medical coverage to registered First Nations and recognized Inuit

• for a specific range of necessary items and services that are not covered by other plans and programs

National telephone hotline for Indigenous people in Canada who need to speak with counsellors

• focus on mental health issues
• culturally appropriate counselling support and crisis intervention
• information on long-term or follow-up support services
• online chat

Allows individuals to establish complaints about the conduct of First Nation/Inuit/Métis government bodies and organizations

University centre

• supports Indigenous peoples who work and study at Carleton University

Affordable housing apartment building

• smoke free
• 28 units for people of Aboriginal ancestry (First Nations, Inuit and Metis) - through sister company Madawan Management & Development Inc
• 162 rental units that are geared to income
• 11 unit building for independent seniors only

COVID19 (4 Jun 2020): Red Cross is helping supporting communities through COVID19. See website for in-depth details.

Various programs such as:

• Disaster Management: assists clients after a disaster * emergency preparedness materials
• First Aid Training: certified and non-certified First Aid and CPR courses
• works with Indigenous communities in the promotion of safe environments and risk reduction
• supports individuals and communities affected by disasters and other emergencies

Platform for Indigenous youth

• explore and execute ideas
• gain access to small grants of up to $5,000
• have opportunities to receive or take on mentorship roles
• participate in skills training
• expand networks by connecting with other youth, partners, and funders

COVID-19 (30 April 2020): Offices across Ontario are closed and all programming suspended until further notice. Staff will continue to work remotely. Community members are encouraged to check the social media pages for updates, and health and safety tips.

This information is regularly updated on their Facebook page.

Support services for families in crisis and aid in creating safe and supportive means of living through support of culturally safe systems through:

• crisis management services
• traditional supports
• systems navigation
• advocacy support
• holistic teachings
• partnerships with other service providers

Program re-connecting Indigenous women to culturally grounded supports, addressing contributing factors to their involvement in the criminal justice system, help telling their story, recommending alternatives to incarceration for the Court's consideration where appropriate

• Gladue Reports
• Gladue aftercare supports, including referral to culturally appropriate services
• Dedicated Gladue Researcher/Policy Analyst

Gladue Reports are completed where the Crown is seeking a custodial sentence of at least 90 days for an out-of-custody client or three additional months for a client who is in-custody. Following a guilty plea or a finding of guilt, a letter will be prepared where the Crown is seeking 90 days or less of a custodial sentence. A brief letter identifying the Gladue factors and circumstances of the individual can also be prepared for the consideration of a bail hearing.

Home visiting services that offers education and support with:

• breastfeeding
• pre and post-natal
• nutrition
• growth and development
• fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)/foetal alcohol effects (FAE)
• parenting
• bonding
• building self-esteem
• health and safety
• cultural teaching
• promotion of healthy living and healthy relationships

Online Friendship Centre and platform for sharing stories about Indigenous experiences * includes information on services, transition support, and healthy living resources for Indigenous people living in urban areas

Organization representing the 125 Friendship Centres across Canada

• a list of centres is available on the website

COVID-19 (18 Nov 2021): Due to COVID19, programming is on hold but shelter remains in operation.

21-bed Aboriginal specific shelter

• provides a safe and supportive environment
• 24-hour residential support
• advocacy
• individual and group counselling
• community/transitional support
• housing support
• referrals
• legal advocacy and support
• cultural and spiritual programs

COVID19 (18 Oct 2021): Call, send an email or visit the website

Native women's association founded on the collective goal to enhance, promote, and foster the social, economic, cultural and political well-being of First Nations and Métis women within First Nation, Métis and Canadian societies

Aggregate of twelve Native women's organizations in Canada

Network of Aboriginal Financial Institutions (AFIs)

• dedicated to stimulating economic growth for Canada's Aboriginal peoples by promoting and underwriting Aboriginal business development

AFIs provide business financing support to Aboriginal businesses, which can include:

• business loans
• financial consulting services
• aftercare
• start-up support