Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre
Site: Windsor - Tecumseh Rd E
Service: Aboriginal Programs and Services
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: WIN2184 | Last Modified: 25 Mar 2020 | Last Full Update: 11 Feb 2019 |
| Contact Information | |
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| Office Phone | 519-253-3243 |
| Fax | 519-253-7876 |
| admin@caifc.ca | |
| Website | www.caifc.ca |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Bethany Rosebush, Laity^tehta? - Literacy Coordinator, Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre; Phone: (Business) ext 128; Email: literacy@caifc.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Email: admin@caifc.ca |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | COVID19 Important Information:
Office is closed until further notice and services being offered by phone or email HEALING AND WELLNESS TEAM Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Coordinator (AHW) * Ensure that the healing and wellness needs of the Aboriginal community are addressed. Aboriginal Alcohol & Drug Worker Program (AADW) * To provide traditional and non-traditional addictions prevention, recovery and rehabilitation services. Aboriginal Community Mental Health Program (ACMH) * Provides culture based mental health services to Aboriginal people regardless of their legal definition. Cultural Resource Coordinator (CRC) * Provide, coordinate and support all junctures of cultural knowledge, promote cultural awareness, safety and competency while promoting healing and reconcilliation HEALTH TEAM Life Long Care Program (LLC) * To promote clients with the highest possible quality of life and personal independence * Provide support services for off-reserve Aboriginal Elder/Seniors as well as disabled or chronically ill people of all ages Aboriginal Health Outreach Worker (AHOW) * Provides linkage between Aboriginal families and health care system * Provides individual, group, family services to support Aboriginal Heatlh Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living Program (UAHLP) * Empowering individuals to live healthy, active lifestyles through sports, physical activities, recreation and healthy eating Kizhaay Anishinaae Niin Program (KANP) * Translates to "I Am A Kind Man" * Education for men to address issues of abuse against women, re-establishes traditional responsibilities through our teachings CHILDREN AND YOUTH TEAM Aboriginal Child & Youth Mental Health Awareness (AYCMHA) * Provides friendly and confidential support to children and youth up to age 18yrs that are struggling with mental health and/or addiction issues Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children - Ages 0-6 yrs (AHBHC) * Assist all Aboriginal families to provide the best opportunities for healthy development for children up to 6 years of age. AKWE:GO - Ages 7 - 12 yrs (AKWEGO) * Client / Referral Based Program * To improve the quality of life of at-risk urban Aboriginal children through the delivery of culturally appropriate services and programs. WASA-NABIN - Ages 13 - 18 yrs (WN) * Client / Referral Based Program * To provide a place to go for social connection, cultural awareness, support tools and health activities to encourage healthy lifestyle choices Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living - Healthy Kids - Ages 0-18 yrs (UAHL-HK) * Helps improve the health and well-being of Urban Aboriginal children and families to increase participation in sports, physical activity and healthy eating for a long healthy lifestyle EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING TEAM LATIY^TE'HTA?AS - Literacy Program (LIT) * Adult education program offering help to people (19 yrs and older) who wish to upgrade their education for personal reasons, employment or prepare for more training/education Apatisiwin Program (APAT) * To provide strength, promote self –reliance, enhance the unity of our people, and improve opportunities for meaningful employment Aboriginal/Indigenous Housing Advocate (AHA, IHA) * Supports Aboriginal community who are homeless or at risk of homelessness though client/referral based program Other: Information on obtaining Indian Status * call CAIFC for more information |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Meetings | See Website and Facebook Page |
| Areas Served | Essex County ; Windsor |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Local Urban Aboriginal Native Community Ontario residents 19 years and older, with reading, writing and math skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum * must have facility in English |
| Application | Intake Process and/or Registration May Be Required (call or drop-in to arrange an appointment) |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | The Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre of Windsor develops a multitude of programs and services that encompass the cultural, economic, social, and political objectives of the Aboriginal community in the Windsor-Essex area. * strives to improve the quality of life of the Windsor Aboriginal Community through the provision of culturally-appropriate programs * services in the areas of health, education, counselling and services in accordance with traditional, spiritual and contemporary teachings * promote Aboriginal unity and cultural identity through social events which respect and honour all the diverse beliefs of our people |
| Established | 1981 |
| Primary Executive | Matthew Nahdee, Executive Director, Can Am Indian Friendship Centre; Phone: ext 219; Email: exec.director@caifc.ca |
| Alternate Executive | Phone: ext 229 |
| Funding | City / Town - City of Windsor ; Provincial - Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Strategy; Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres |
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| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Windsor |
| Address & Map | 1699 Northway Ave Windsor, ON N9B 3L8 |
| Intersection | Aubin Rd and Tecumseh Rd E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - Parking, Washroom and Entrance |
| Other Details | |
| Print Material | Websire (www.caifc.ca) and Facebook Page (Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre) |