National Association of Friendship Centres
| National Association of Friendship Centres | |
|---|---|
| Type | Nonprofit organization |
National Association of Friendship Centres is a national network supporting urban Indigenous communities.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- December 2013: The association includes 117 sites across Canada as of December 2013. Xavier Michon is recognized as a founding member and the Grandfather of this national movement.[2]
- October 2018: Peter Dinsdale held the position of executive director at this association during his career in public service.[3]
- March 2020: The organization partnered with the Canadian Museum for Human Rights to hold workshops with Indigenous youth and Elders across Canada. These workshops led to the creation of the 13 Spirit Panels displayed in the Indigenous Perspectives gallery.[4]
- January 2026: The organization supports a network of more than 100 Friendship Centres across Canada that provide culturally relevant services. On January 26, 2026, the board selected Jennifer Rankin to serve as the permanent Chief Executive Officer. The network employs over 3,100 staff and delivers more than 2,600 programs in areas such as health, housing, and employment. As of January 2026, the organization has been operating for more than 50 years.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "National Association of Friendship Centres appoints Jennifer Rankin as Chief Executive Officer", Anishinabek News, 29 January 2026 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Mitch’s chair long way from home", Anishinabek News, 6 December 2013 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Two Anishinabek Nation citizens to be recognized with Indspire Awards", Anishinabek News, 22 October 2018 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Museum invites social sharing through video stories", Anishinabek News, 30 March 2020 (archived copy; original article).