The Observatory of Urban Indigenous Realities

Gathering. Understanding. Sharing.

Spotlight on urban Indigeneity

Lampadaire urbain devant un grand arbre en automne à Québec – Regroupement des centres d’amitié autochtones du Québec (RCAAQ)

The Observatory raises awareness of urban Indigenous realities by disseminating data that is accessible. It supports the Quebec Native Friendship Centre Movement and advocates with players who can help defend the collective rights and interests of Indigenous people in cities.

Trois membres d’un Centre d’amitié portant des chandails oranges, debout devant un mur de briques
Lampadaire urbain devant un grand arbre en automne à Québec – Regroupement des centres d’amitié autochtones du Québec (RCAAQ)
Trois membres d’un Centre d’amitié portant des chandails oranges, debout devant un mur de briques

The Observatory’s research projects

  • Study on decision-support needs regarding homelessness in Indigenous populations
  • Governance of the Quebec Native Friendship Centre Movement
  • The Nashpitshipanu project – A gathering to share Indigenous and scientific knowledge focused on health equity and climate justice in urban environments
  • Urban Indigenous People and the Accessibility of Public Services: A provincial overview
  • Urban territories, meaning and the arts among urban Indigenous people

Publications and reports

Urban Indigenous People and Public Service Accessibility in Quebec
A provincial overview, 2018

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Indigenous People Facing Justice and Public
Security

Overview of Urban Issues in Quebec, 2024

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