Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre

Service: Akwe:go Urban Aboriginal Children's Program

Record #: PET0238
Last Modified: 07 Oct 2024
Last Full Update: 03 Oct 2024

Description

Description (Service)

The Akwe:go Urban Indigenous Children's Program aims to improve the quality of life of urban Indigenous children (ages 7-12 years) through the delivery of appropriate activities and services. Traditional cultural teachings and values are the guiding principles through client-based programming and individualized one-on-one supports that encourage healthy lifestyle choices. The program focus is on enhancing the skills, knowledge, attitudes and values that will demonstrate positive personal choices and develop an awareness of the consequences of negative behaviours.


Activities include:

  • One to one support
  • Homework club, movie night, baking night etc.
  • FASD - provide education/awareness to community and support for individuals and families
  • Self-esteem and healthy relationships
  • Cultural identity programming (i.e.. Berry fast teachings)

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Some evening and weekend programs
Areas Served Peterborough ; Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility Urban Aboriginal at-risk children 7 year(s) - 12 year(s);
Application Contact for information
Languages English
Fees None

Address and Location

Located In Community Peterborough
Address & Map
580 Cameron St
Peterborough, ON
Canada K9J 3Z5
Physical Access Partially Accessible - East entrance is fully accessible * may require assistance with the West entrance door; Elevators, unknown

Contact Information

Office Phone 705-775-0387
E-Mail admin@nogofc.ca
Website www.nogofc.ca
Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NogoFC 
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Nogojiwanong_FC
Primary Contact Cydney Habraken, Akwe:go
Alternate Contact Ashley Safar, Executive Director; Phone: 705-775-0388 ext 231

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