Program: United Native Friendship Centre - Crisis Intervention
Organization: United Native Friendship Centre
United Native Friendship Centre - Friendship Centre Administration
Phone Numbers: 807-274-8541
Crisis: 807-274-8541
Fax: 807-274-4110
Email: inquiry@unfc.org
Website: www.unfc.org/aboriginal-healing-wellness-program
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
Hours: Sep-May: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm


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


Services are only available during office hours
Public Contacts: Deborah Emes - Indigenous Healing and Wellness Worker
807-274-8541 Ext 236 * healingwellness@unfc.org

Service Description: Provides mobile crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence
  • Provides immediate on site intervention or telephone assistance
  • Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary
  • Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety
  • Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutions
  • Provides advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies
  • Provides information and referrals to appropriate resources and services



Fees: None
Application: No application process
Eligibility / Target Population:
  • Individuals 16 years of age and older and their families involved in any form of family crisis and/or violence

  • Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous peoples

  • Children under 18 years of age who require assistance are referred to Children's Mental Health Program
Languages: English
Language Notes: Ojibway, upon request
Area Served: District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
See Also: Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response
Mental Health Crisis Lines
Last Updated: 5/2/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=141975

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