The CRC will ensure the effective delivery of the Cultural Resource program to urban Indigenous people, with the primary focus being children, youth and families, fostering a strong sense of well-being and positive Indigenous identity. The CRC is responsible for providing and facilitating access to traditional teachings and ceremonies in a safe and acceptable environment. The CRC will also promote cultural awareness, language support, cultural-based healing, work with Elders and traditional people as required using a prevention lens to meet the needs of the community.
Program Services
- Provides a safe and welcoming space for children, youth and families to share, nurture and explore traditional and culture-based knowledge and practices
- Provides safe access to Elders, traditional teachings and ceremonies
- Develops and supports multigenerational healing and reconciliation programs/projects
- Provides access to traditional medicines and sacred items
- Provides space and opportunities for culture-based and inspired arts and crafts
- Designs and implements unique wholistic, culture-based activities for individuals and their families
- One-on-one and group support
- Coordinates and supports healing and reconciliation programs within Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations and communities
- Traditional feasts, celebrations and social events and gatherings
- Elder socials and teas
Participant Services
- Sharing / Support Circles
- Drop-in support
- Individual and Family supportive counselling
- Personal cultural support
- Traditional and ceremonial activities
- Workshops and traditional teachings
- Community awareness initiatives
Outreach Services
- Access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers
- Public presentations
- Educational Workshops
- Collaborative event planning