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Indigenous supports
Browse programs and services based on what's going on in your life. Choose one or more situations, then narrow the results by who the support is for or where you live.
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Browse programs and services based on what is going on in your life. Filter by audience, region, or life situation. Information only. Does not share your information with listed organizations.
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Mental wellness service
Free, confidential, 24/7 counselling for Indigenous peoples in Canada, available by phone and online chat in English and French, with interpretation in several Indigenous languages.
Available across Canada · Online service available nationally
Indigenous peoples across Canada seeking confidential emotional supportCanada-wide
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Mental wellness service
Health supports for former Indian Residential School students and their families, including a crisis line and professional health services.
Available across Canada · Online service available nationally
Who this is for: Supports are connected to Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement eligibility. Services and coverage are assessed individually.
Former Indian Residential School students, their families, and intergenerational survivors seeking health supportCanada-wide
Official government program
Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) covers pharmacy, dental, vision, medical transportation, and related supports for eligible status First Nations and Inuit clients when provincial or territorial plans do not apply.
Available across Canada · Online service available nationally
Eligible status First Nations and Inuit clients; eligibility is determined by the programCanada-wide for eligible clients
National Indigenous organization
National Indigenous organization focused on policy, programs, and advocacy for Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse people.
Available across Canada · Online service available nationally
Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse peopleCanada-wide
National Indigenous organization
National charity advancing health, safety, and well-being for Inuit women and gender-diverse Inuit.
Available across Canada · Online service available nationally
Inuit women and gender-diverse Inuit seeking health, safety, and wellness resourcesCanada-wide (Inuit focus)
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Indigenous-led service
First provincial First Nations health authority. Plans and funds health programs for First Nations in B.C.
Available in British Columbia · Online service available nationally
First Nations people in British Columbia accessing health programs and servicesBritish Columbia
Indigenous-led service
Indigenous hub for culture, housing, outreach, and community services in Calgary.
Available in Alberta · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in CalgaryCalgary, Alberta
Indigenous-led service
Edmonton-based Indigenous organization focused on healing, prevention, and family supports.
Available in Alberta · Online service available nationally
Indigenous individuals and families in Edmonton seeking healing and prevention supportsEdmonton, Alberta
Indigenous-led service
Edmonton Friendship Centre offering cultural programming, language classes, community gatherings, and navigation support for Jordan's Principle, Treaty Status, and youth transitions.
Available in Alberta · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in EdmontonIn person in Edmonton · Some language programming available online
Indigenous-led service
Halifax-based Friendship Centre: culture, education, housing, health, and justice-related supports.
Available in Nova Scotia · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in HalifaxHalifax, Nova Scotia
Indigenous-led service
Downtown Toronto Friendship Centre: programs for youth, seniors, culture, and community wellness.
Available in Ontario · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in downtown TorontoToronto, Ontario
Indigenous-led service
Comprehensive services hub for Indigenous people in Greater Montreal.
Available in Quebec · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in Greater MontrealGreater Montreal, Quebec
Indigenous-led service
Shelter and holistic supports for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis women and children.
Available in Quebec · Online service available nationally
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis women and children needing shelter or holistic supportsMontreal, Quebec
Indigenous-led service
Ottawa Friendship Centre: children, youth, wellness, food security, and family programs.
Available in Ontario · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in OttawaOttawa, Ontario
Indigenous-led service
Cultural centre and services for Indigenous people in Toronto: counselling, youth, and community programs.
Available in Ontario · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in Toronto seeking cultural and community servicesToronto, Ontario
Indigenous-led service
Urban Inuit community hub in Ontario (Ottawa HQ, Toronto office): culture, housing, wellness, and social supports.
Available in Ontario · Online service available nationally
Urban Inuit in Ontario, especially Ottawa and TorontoOttawa (head office) and Toronto
Indigenous-led service
East Vancouver hub for housing, wellness, youth, employment, and cultural programming since 1963.
Available in British Columbia · Online service available nationally
Indigenous people in East VancouverEast Vancouver, British Columbia
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