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Program: Community Action Program for Children  
Organization: Atikokan Native Friendship Centre
Phone Numbers: 807-597-1213
Fax: 807-597-1473
Email: capc@anfc.ca
Website: www.anfc.ca/community-action-program-for-children/
Address:
PO Box 1510
Atikokan, ON
P0T 1C0
Street Address:
309 Main St W
Atikokan
 
Location:
  • Located at Main St W in downtown Atikokan
  • Closest intersection is at Main St W and Marks St
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12:30 pm, 1:30 pm-4:30 pm


Programming times vary; contact office
Public Contacts: Roxanne Wensley - CAPC Coordinator
Service Description: Administers programs and services focused on improving the quality of life for Indigenous people living in an urban environment

  • Promotes the healthy development and well-being of vulnerable children
  • Addresses the conditions of risk for children including prevention, promotion, protection and partnerships
  • Provides early intervention programming that focuses on prevention, children's nutrition, and mental health
  • Delivers programs with a focus on:
    • Family healing
    • Parenting skills
    • Child development including mental health
    • Family nutrition
    • Cultural development and retention
    • Community development
    • Outreach

    Fees: None
    Application:
    • Register for programs through office


    • For program dates/times not listed, contact office


    • If childcare is required, call ahead to make arrangements


    • Car Seat Program: Inspections can be performed on drop-in basis depending on availability of technician
    Eligibility / Target Population:
    • Indigenous children 6 years of age and younger and their families


    • Car Seat Program: Open to general public
    Languages: English
    Language Notes: Ojibway, upon request
    Area Served:
    Atikokan  
    See Also: Child Safety
    Dietitian Services
    Fitness Centres and Programs
    Parenting Education

    This information was last completely updated on February 21, 2025

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