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Program: Friendship Centre Administration  
Organization: United Native Friendship Centre
Phone Numbers: 807-274-8541
Fax: 807-274-4110
Email: inquiry@unfc.org
Website: www.unfc.org
Address:
PO Box 752
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3N1
Street Address:
427 Mowat Ave
Fort Frances
 
Location:
  • Functions as the main office of the United Native Friendship Centre located at Mowat Ave
  • Closest intersection is at Mowat Ave and Church St
  • Situated near Canada Border Services Agency
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Sep-May: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm


Jun-Aug: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Public Contacts: Sheila Helm - Receptionist
Sheila McMahon - Executive Director
807-274-8541 Ext 227 * smcmahon@unfc.org
Service Description: Provides a wide range of community-based and culturally appropriate programs and services for Indigenous people living in an urban environment

  • Administers social, cultural, economic or recreational programs for Indigenous people in the Fort Frances area
  • Provides a meeting place for urban Indigenous people and community members regardless of nationality
  • Works to build a bridge of understanding between Native and non-Native people
  • Hosts cultural events including Pow Wows and community barbeques
  • Participates in various community events such as hosting an annual Remembrance Day and co-sponsoring a Christmas Toy Drive
  • Offers crisis intervention, drop-in, advocacy, and other supports

  • Fees: Membership - Small fee for annual membership; None for most programs and services
    Application: All programs require a signed consent form and completion of individual program intake
    Eligibility / Target Population:
    • Open to all with a focus on off-reserve Indigenous peoples

    • Membership preferred but not mandatory
    Languages: English
    Language Notes: Ojibway, upon request
    Area Served:
    Rainy River  
    See Also: Advocacy and Social Action for Indigenous Peoples
    Ethnocultural Groups and Services
    Health Centres and Programs for Indigenous Peoples

    This information was last completely updated on May 2, 2025

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