Business & Community Service Directory

DNFC Mission

v  To provide a gathering place for Native people in the Dryden Area and those migrating to an urban environment;

v  To provide support by means of sponsorship, development and/or operation of social, cultural, economic or recreational programs for Native people;

v  To serve as a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to further the development of Native people in the Dryden area.

Akwe:Go: Provides support and guidance to urban Indigenous children (age 7-12) who are at risk in our community. Through needs-driven activities and one-on-one services, the program incorporates traditional and cultural teachings and values to encourage healthy lifestyle choices, as well as personal and academic success. (Ext. 2236) akwego@dnfconline.org

Apatisiwin Employment and Training: Employment Counsellor (EC), provides employment related supports and initiatives to unemployed and/or underemployed Indigenous ages 30+ people living in the urban area of Dryden and surrounding urban area. & Youth Employment Counsellor (YEC) ages 15-29 (Ext. 2230 & 2243) ec@dnfconline.org, yec@dnfconline.org

Bail Verification & Supervision Program: This program assists men and women aged 16 or older who are accused of criminal offences and are eligible for bail, but do not have the financial or social ties to meet bail conditions. The BVSP serves two principles upon which the Democratic Justice System in Canada is based: the presumption of innocence prior to conviction, and the fair equitable treatment of all people regardless of social and economic background. (Ext. 2241) bail@dnfconline.org

Community Connections Program: A transportation, friendly visit and security check service. The program primarily focuses on senior Indigenous individuals; however, our clients include the elderly and frail, physically disabled and chronically ill patients. Bookings must occur 24 hours in advance and clients must be a CCP Member. A small fee will be charged. (Ext. 2242) ccp@dnfconline.org

Indigenous Combined Court Worker: The program assists accused offenders to better understand their rights, options and responsibilities when appearing before the courts through the guidance of a court worker. (Ext. 2237) court@dnfconline.org

Cultural Resource Coordinator: Program is responsible for providing cultural awareness, tradition teachings and ceremonies, as well as transfer of cultural knowledge. (Ext. 2242) crc@dnfconline.org

Diabetes Education Program: Nurse Diabetes Educator provides one on one diabetes support services/walk-in clinics, increased access to diabetes resources, group educational session; and outreach clinics, as well as foot care services. (Ext. 2232) nurse@dnfconline.org

Urban Indigenous Homeward Bound Program: This program integrates key local support to help single urban Indigenous mothers enhance their lives. Our participants are single urban Indigenous mothers who are unemployed or under-employed and are motivated to make change in their lives through post-secondary education and employment. (Ext. 2235) homeward@dnfconline.org

Healing and Wellness Coordinator: The program’s mandate is to reduce family violence, promote healthy lifestyles, and provide culture-based programming and healing. The program provides services to individuals, families, and the community. (Ext.2226) hwc@dnfconline.org

Health Outreach Worker: Ensures that the needs of the Indigenous Community are addressed by undertaking health promotion, education, referrals and linking with Indigenous and mainstream health providers. Programming includes presentations and workshops focused on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health for all ages. (Ext.2222) how@dnfconline.org

Indigenous Mentor:  (Ext.2252) mentor@dnfconline.org

Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin: (KAN) provides Indigenous cultural based programming and community services delivered to Indigenous men and male youth. KAN focuses on engagement, empowerment and overall wellbeing. The program is committed to ending violence against Indigenous women and families by using the Seven Grandfather Teachings; Honesty, Truth, Humility, Love, Wisdom, Courage, and Respect. It ensures access to traditional knowledge and teachings. (Ext.2239) kizhaay@dnfconline.org

Life Long Care Program: Life long care provides a variety of services that focus on health promotion, prevention of illness and rehabilitative care for clients. Programming includes activities geared specifically toward promoting healthier lifestyles (nutrition and physical fitness), health care management, self-care, traditional and cultural ceremonies and always strives to promote social inclusion. (Ext. 2223) llc@dnfconline.org

Life Long Care Home Maintenance: This program provides services for those of urban Indigenous decent who are elderly, frail or disabled. Services include home maintenance repair (dish washing, cleaning floors and carpets, garbage disposal, bathroom cleaning, product assembly etc.), security checks, friendly visiting, and senior social activities. (Ext. 2233) homemaint@dnfconline.org

Urban Aboriginal Healthy Kids: Focuses on providing education on healthy eating and in-crease physical fitness levels for children and families; implements culture-based activities to enhance well-being and traditional knowledge. (Ext. 2225) kids@dnfconline.org

Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living Program: This program is designed to increase participation in sports, physical fitness and to provide nutrition and smoking prevention/cessation supports for healthier living amongst urban Indigenous people. The program also offers and promotes better spiritual/mental wellness. (Ext. 2224) uahlp@dnfconline.org

Wasa-Nabin: This is an Urban Indigenous Youth Program which is specifically designed to provide urban Indigenous “at risk” youth between the ages of 13-18 with support, tools, and healthy activities that will build upon their ability to make healthy choices. (Ext. 2227) wasanabin@dnfconline.org

Drop-in-Centre

The Dryden Native Friendship Centre is a welcoming and respectful gathering place that provides a warm, safe and friendly environment.

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