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Program:
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Métis Nation of Ontario - Thunder Bay Métis Council - Community Wellness Worker Program
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Phone Numbers:
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613-798-1488
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-263-4889
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Address:
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226 May St S
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 1B4
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Location:
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- Thunder Bay Métis Hall is located at May St S in the South Ward
- Closest intersection is at May St S and Arthur St E
- Situated directly across the street from the Thunder Bay District Social Services building
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Accessibility:
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Partially Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Partially Accessible - Parking -- Accessible with one designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- no automatic push button available; Washroom -- Accessible with side holding bar
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Operates as a program under the Healing and Wellness Branch- Promotes healthy lifestyles through culturally based programs and healing
- Aims to reduce family violence
Provides assistance for individuals to identify areas of concern and to develop action plans to address concerns through the following:- Sharing of appropriate information with related health and social agencies and providing referrals
- Crisis intervention education and workshops
- Illness prevention and wellness planning, information and education
- Traditional sharing circles
- Community outreach education to promote cultural awareness
Also provides:- Assistance with completing forms of any kind
- Accessing existing programs and services
- Peer counselling for any identified concerns
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Intake assessment required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Métis individuals affected by family violence and/or health concerns
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay
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Last Updated:
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5/22/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=172568
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