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Organizations advocating for accessibility and inclusion

National AccessAbility Week is a time to celebrate the contributions of Canadians with disabilities and shine a light on the individuals and organizations working to break down barriers. We’re recognizing the impact of some of the local organizations in Toronto that are leading the way in creating more accessible, inclusive communities.  ASE Community Foundation for […]

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National AccessAbility Week is a time to celebrate the contributions of Canadians with disabilities and shine a light on the individuals and organizations working to break down barriers. We’re recognizing the impact of some of the local organizations in Toronto that are leading the way in creating more accessible, inclusive communities.  ASE Community Foundation for

Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC)

Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC) Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC) initiates, amplifies and champions policy, advocacy, research, community engagement and collaboration within the Indigenous social services sector in Toronto. TASSC’s membership includes 25 Indigenous-led organizations that make up a majority of the designated social services providers for Indigenous people living in Toronto, including

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Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC) Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC) initiates, amplifies and champions policy, advocacy, research, community engagement and collaboration within the Indigenous social services sector in Toronto. TASSC’s membership includes 25 Indigenous-led organizations that make up a majority of the designated social services providers for Indigenous people living in Toronto, including

Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society

Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society provides trauma-informed, culturally appropriate services, including housing, for First Nations, Inuit and Métis 2SLGBTQIA+ women exiting the justice system. There are currently three housing sites and another under construction in Scarborough. The Society was founded out of concern of the urgent need to break the

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Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society provides trauma-informed, culturally appropriate services, including housing, for First Nations, Inuit and Métis 2SLGBTQIA+ women exiting the justice system. There are currently three housing sites and another under construction in Scarborough. The Society was founded out of concern of the urgent need to break the

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST)

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST) NCFST was founded by Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community leaders to support First Nations, Métis, and Inuit families in Toronto. NCFST offers a full range of prevention programs, treatment and healing services, early years programs, youth programs, and cultural and recreational programs to all members of Toronto’s

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Native Child and Family Services of Toronto (NCFST) NCFST was founded by Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community leaders to support First Nations, Métis, and Inuit families in Toronto. NCFST offers a full range of prevention programs, treatment and healing services, early years programs, youth programs, and cultural and recreational programs to all members of Toronto’s

Native Earth Performing Arts (NEPA)

Native Earth Performing Arts (NEPA) Founded in 1982, NEPA is Canada’s oldest professional Indigenous theatre company. NEPA provides a platform for both traditional and contemporary Indigenous themes, sharing First Nations cultural values with all peoples.   Through theatre, dance, multi-disciplinary art, new script development, and apprenticeships, NEPA fosters a community of artistic visions. In 1989,

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Native Earth Performing Arts (NEPA) Founded in 1982, NEPA is Canada’s oldest professional Indigenous theatre company. NEPA provides a platform for both traditional and contemporary Indigenous themes, sharing First Nations cultural values with all peoples.   Through theatre, dance, multi-disciplinary art, new script development, and apprenticeships, NEPA fosters a community of artistic visions. In 1989,

Native Women’s Resource Centre

Native Women’s Resource Centre The Native Women’s Resource Centre of Toronto (NWRCT) provides a safe and welcoming environment for all urban Indigenous women and their children in the Greater Toronto Area offering individual support, group and cultural programming. Programming includes wraparound blanket services to address and support basic needs, housing, families, advocacy, employment, education, healing

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Native Women’s Resource Centre The Native Women’s Resource Centre of Toronto (NWRCT) provides a safe and welcoming environment for all urban Indigenous women and their children in the Greater Toronto Area offering individual support, group and cultural programming. Programming includes wraparound blanket services to address and support basic needs, housing, families, advocacy, employment, education, healing

Native Canadian Centre of Toronto

Native Canadian Centre of Toronto Since 1962 the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has been a key meeting place for all people, of all nations, from across Canada and all over the world.  As Toronto’s oldest Indigenous organization and one of the original Friendship Centres, the NCCT provides social, recreational, cultural and spiritual services for

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Native Canadian Centre of Toronto Since 1962 the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has been a key meeting place for all people, of all nations, from across Canada and all over the world.  As Toronto’s oldest Indigenous organization and one of the original Friendship Centres, the NCCT provides social, recreational, cultural and spiritual services for

Na-Me-Res

Na-Me-Res Na-Me-Res supports First Nations, Métis and Inuit men experiencing homelessness by providing outreach, and temporary, transitional and permanent housing. Rooted in Indigenous traditions, their culturally based approach nurtures the whole person with respect, dignity and spirit—one that offers much more than just shelter. In 2024, Na-Me-Res supported over 460 individuals experiencing homelessness and housed

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Na-Me-Res Na-Me-Res supports First Nations, Métis and Inuit men experiencing homelessness by providing outreach, and temporary, transitional and permanent housing. Rooted in Indigenous traditions, their culturally based approach nurtures the whole person with respect, dignity and spirit—one that offers much more than just shelter. In 2024, Na-Me-Res supported over 460 individuals experiencing homelessness and housed

Toronto & York Region Métis Council (TYRMC)

Toronto & York Region Métis Council (TYRMC) TYRMC represents Métis people in Toronto and York Regions, promoting cultural connection, education and community-building. Their mission is to build healthy, reciprocal relationships in the spirit of reconciliation. Through volunteer-led programs, TYRMC supports community members in embracing their identity, history and traditions, while living full and healthy lives

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Toronto & York Region Métis Council (TYRMC) TYRMC represents Métis people in Toronto and York Regions, promoting cultural connection, education and community-building. Their mission is to build healthy, reciprocal relationships in the spirit of reconciliation. Through volunteer-led programs, TYRMC supports community members in embracing their identity, history and traditions, while living full and healthy lives

Nishnawbe Homes

Nishnawbe Homes Nishnawbe Homes is a non-profit housing provider serving First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples with multiple locations in the Greater Toronto Area including downtown and the east end of Toronto, Peel and Oshawa. Indigenous people who are homeless and under-housed. https://live.indigenousto.ca/listing/nishnawbe-homes/ ← Back To Main Page

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Nishnawbe Homes Nishnawbe Homes is a non-profit housing provider serving First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples with multiple locations in the Greater Toronto Area including downtown and the east end of Toronto, Peel and Oshawa. Indigenous people who are homeless and under-housed. https://live.indigenousto.ca/listing/nishnawbe-homes/ ← Back To Main Page

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