Association des francophones du Nord-Ouest de l'Ontario - Thunder Bay - French Community Services

Organization:

Phone Numbers:

1-888-248-1712

Email:

innovation@afnoo.org

Website:

www.afnoo.org/

Address:

234 Van Norman St Suite 200
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A 4B8

Location:

Located on Van Norman St in the N ward of Thunder Bay
Closest intersection is at Van Norman and Court St N
Near Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Service Description:

Ensures the development and the prosperity of the francophone community in Northwestern Ontario at the political, educational, economic, linguistic, social and cultural levels

Works at the political level to claim the rights of Francophones in order to preserve, improve and increase French Language Services

Facilitates the engagement and the participation of Francophones in their communities

Counters assimilation while supporting good relations with the non francophone community and groups in the region

Seeks the co-operation of the francophone community in asserting and recognizing its identity

Serves the interests of the group members in a timely and professional way

Ensures the financial viability and the effective operation of the association

Services include:

Services for newcomers

facilitation of economic and social integration in Northwestern Ontario
job search assistance
housing search assistance
information on the school system, health care, government administrative procedures
transportation and tutoring service

Employment services

assistance with resume writing
assistance with interview preparation
information on the job market
workshops focused on employability

Support in creating Francophone daycare facilities and in income diversification

facilitation of creation of non-profit francophone daycares as well as in school settings
support for individuals looking to set up francophone daycares in a family setting
organization, participation and promotion of events in the region as well as economic community development, allowing for networking amongst participants
income and service diversification within francophone organizations that contribute to community economic stability

Fees:

Membership - Annual fees for adult group/club and youth group

Application:

Membership forms available online

Eligibility / Target Population:

Francophones of Northwestern Ontario

Membership

Any Francophone group within the designated area and in existence for a year

Languages:

French

Area Served:

City of Thunder Bay, District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, District of Thunder Bay, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern