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On December 15, 2025
Launch of construction for 30 social and affordable housing units for the Indigenous population in Québec
The gouvernement du Québec, the Ville de Québec and the Société immobilière du Regroupement des centres d’amitié autochtones du Québec (SIRCAAQ) highlight the start of construction on a housing project for the Indigenous population in Québec.
On October 27, 2025
The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Lanaudière unveils Maskosiwin, its new educational caravan
Designed to meet youth on their own turf, Maskosiwin offers a safe space for language stimulation, speech therapy, neuropsychological assessments, artistic and musical activities, nature classes, snacks, parties and other basic services. It is a powerful tool for strengthening ties with young people, promoting their wellness and supporting their holistic development.
On September 25, 2025
Our path, our voices: Affirming our governance and expertise
2024-2025 Annual Report.
On September 9, 2025
Repairing connections, securing paths: building a community-based response to the sexual exploitation of Indigenous people in urban settings
Position paper tabled with the Quebec Ministère de la Sécurité publique and its partners on sexual exploitation.
On August 5, 2025
Social investment, economic prosperity: the essential role of Native Friendship Centres
Position paper tabled with the Department of Finance Canada as part of the pre-budget consultations.
On June 19, 2025
On June 21, Let’s Celebrate the Richness and Resilience of the First Peoples
On June 21, the Native Friendship Centres of Quebec invite the public to celebrate the cultural richness and resilience of First Peoples, while highlighting the realities faced by Indigenous people living in urban areas. Festive and inclusive activities are organized across Quebec to foster dialogue and reconciliation.
On May 29, 2025
Time to act on Indigenous health inequities: ending discrimination based on place of residence
The Native Friendship Centres call on the federal government to end location-based discrimination in healthcare by recognizing the specific needs of urban Indigenous populations and ensuring equitable funding. They urge immediate action to address persistent inequities in access to care.
On May 22, 2025
The Val-d’Or Indigenous Friendship Centre reaffirms its commitment to Indigenous women
Ten years after the revelations from the Enquête report, the Val-d’Or Indigenous Friendship Centre reminds us that the pursuit of justice for Indigenous women remains unfinished.
On April 8, 2025
Toward an inclusive and culturally relevant housing offer for Indigenous women, Two-Spirit, and LGBTQIA+ people in urban settings
Position paper on inclusive and culturally relevant housing for Indigenous women as well as two-spirit and LGBTQIA+ people in urban areas.
On March 27, 2025
The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Lanaudière launches its major fundraising campaign
The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Lanaudière announces the launch of its major fundraising campaign to build a new multi-service centre.
On March 15, 2025
A bill to be improved in light of the contributions of First Nations and Inuit to Quebec society
Position paper tabled with the Quebec Committee on Citizen Relations regarding Bill 84, Act Respecting Integration into the Québec Nation.
On March 4, 2025
Indigenous caregiving: acting together
Position paper tabled with the Quebec Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux as part of its new policy on in-home care and support services.