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Program:
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Homelessness Outreach Program
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Address:
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PO Box 752
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3N1
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Street Address:
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427 Mowat Ave
Fort Frances
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Location:
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- 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
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Hours:
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Sep-May: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Jun-Aug: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Drop In Centre: Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
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Service Description:
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Provides a wide range of community-based and culturally appropriate programs and services for Indigenous people living in an urban environment
Provides programs and services for homelessness prevention and to assist individuals who are homeless- Provides support in accessing available community services for the homeless
- Conducts street outreach to provide warm blankets and food to those in need
- Provides advocacy and referrals to needed supports
- Coordinates community presentations and workshops to raise awareness of homelessness
Services also include:- Food bank at the Friendship Centre
- Transportation, temporary shelter assistance and discretionary funds in emergency situations only as determined on a case-by-case basis
- Drop-In Centre during regular hours at the Friendship Centre
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Application:
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Requires a signed consent form and completion of program intake form
Emergency Discretionary Fund and Emergency Shelter: Must contact Homelessness Outreach Worker to make arrangements
Emergency Transportation: Call office; transportation provided as soon as possible
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals and/or families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
- Open to all with a focus on off-reserve Indigenous people
Emergency Discretionary Fund
- One time financial assistance to individuals requiring emergency funds for appliances, shelter, transportation or are at risk of utilities being cut off
- Individuals on verge of eviction due to non payment
Emergency Shelter
- Individuals who require temporary shelter
- One time only to a maximum of 3 days
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, upon request
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