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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.
On February 21, 2025
Forum for academic success among First Peoples: Participants make formal commitments
The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Trois-Rivières held the Forum Kiskinorowewin focused on academic success among First Peoples on February 20 and 21.
On February 4, 2025
Investments are needed to implement innovative solutions aimed at closing the gap in community infrastructure within the Quebec Native Friendship Centre Movement
Position paper tabled during pre-budget consultations.
On January 23, 2025
A model of Indigenous self-governance
2023-2024 Annual Report.
On December 15, 2024
Raising awareness, taking action, and providing support: a necessary framework to combat bullying and cyberbullying among Indigenous youth in urban settings
Position paper tabled with the Quebec Ministère de la Famille as part of its concerted action plan to prevent and counter bullying and cyberbullying.
On December 5, 2024
Bill 32: The RCAAQ Applauds This First Important Step
Bill 32 marks a historic step toward more equitable and culturally safe healthcare services for Indigenous populations.
On September 27, 2024
Rooted in First Peoples Culture and Values, the Centre d’amitié autochtone de Manicouagan Officially Inaugurated
The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Manicouagan is becoming a key hub for services and gatherings for Indigenous people in Baie-Comeau.