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This program delivers various programs that promote a drug/alcohol free lifestyle. Services include referrals to other agencies, assistance to requiring treatment programs, supportive counseling, aftercare support, coffee house and sharing circle, and anger management programs. |
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For more information about this service: Bernadette Peltier |
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Aboriginal Alcohol/Drug Prevention Worker |
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Job hunting giving you grief? Come on in and see how we can assist you with job hunting. In need of further training? Come on in and see how we can help with determining what training you need, where you can access training and how you will “get by” while attending a training program. There are employment officers to help you with your resume, cover letter, and interview preparation. |
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For more information about this service: Lorraine Keough |
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Aboriginal Employment Unit |
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This program provides support services to new mothers and families who are high-risk. Services include teaching infant care; agency service coordination; specialized parent groups; links to other child and parent services; doctor appointment accompaniment; and home visits. 6 months - 6 years |
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For more information about this service: Hollee Tijernia |
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Aboriginal Family Support Program |
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Aboriginal Healing and Wellness Worker |
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To promote healthy lifestyle choices in order to reduce the incidence of diabetes and related complications for those diagnosed with diabetes; some services include referrals; individual counseling; home visit; exercise classes; and information sessions. |
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For more information about this service: Sherri Kitts |
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Diabetes Lay Educator Program |
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This program provides a variety of services and activities for families with children (0-6 years of age). Our aim is to improve the physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of urban Aboriginal families. Some program activities include: Mom & tot activities; Native parenting; home visits, collective kitchen and social events. |
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For more information about this service: Patti Gjos |
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Health Babies/ Healthy Children Program |
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This Life Long Care Program works with those deemed frail elderly, chronically ill and/or disabled. Services include social and/or recreational activities; home visits; advocacy; and transportation to medical appointments. |
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Life Long Care Program |
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A weekly program offered to any community member interested in learning the language and related cultural components. Activities include everyday conversion skills; cultural games and craft making. |
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For more information about this service: |
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Contact Office |
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Ojibway Language Program |
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Niin Sakaan Literacy is a community-based literacy and basic skills program for anyone 16 years of age or older. Services include adult Literacy and academic upgrading; computer and keyboarding skills; Internet and Email; self –management and self-direction skills; and GED preparation. |
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For more information about this service: Crystal Kingston |
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Niin Sakaan Literacy Program |
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Some of the goals of the program include; creating a safe place for urban aboriginal youth in Sault Ste. Marie; to provide opportunity for empowerment and a sense of ownership of a youth program that leads to healthy lifestyles according to the 7 Grandfathers teachings. |
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Shki niigi a biwaad– Youth at Home Program |
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This program provides urban aboriginal youth and adults over the age of 16 years a place to continue advancing their academic lives by the completing their Grade 12 diploma requirements. The school is a satellite of Bawating C. & V.S. Students can earn credits through Independent learning, e-leaning, and Cooperative education. |
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For more information about this service: Crystal Kingston |
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Urban Aboriginal Alternative High School Program |
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A program for urban aboriginal homeless or near homelessness. The Outreach Coordinator Worker can provide emergency housing referrals; intake referrals; Drop-In Centre; and program services on Tuesdays and Thursdays with a light snack. Call 941-9202 or stop by 26 Queen Street East. |
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For more information about this service: Ken McLean |
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Urban Aboriginal Homelessness |
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For more information about this service: Melanie Antoniow |
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A program offered to children between the ages of 7-12 years. The goal of the program is to provide the support, tools, and healthy activities which will build upon their abilities to make healthy choices through the delivery of culturally appropriate programs and services. |
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For more information about this service: Maggie Antoniow |
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Akwe:go Program |
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Programs |
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The goal of this program is to reduce the incident of family violence and to ensure the healing and wellness needs of the community are being addressed through culturally appropriate programs. Services include awareness workshops; anger management; parenting; traditional health; advocacy; circles; and counseling. |
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For more information about this service: Genny Boyer |
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This program works with pregnant mothers-to-be and babies up to the age of six months while providing a nurturing environment. We offer home/hospital visits; labour coaching; prenatal classes; baby food kitchens; preparation/support for baby and parents; nutrition/meal planning; transportation and accompaniment to doctor appointments; referrals; prenatal/postnatal support and health counseling; workshops on infant care/development; and family planning issues. |
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For more information about this service: June Byce |
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Aboriginal Nutrition/Prenatal Program |
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This program was developed in partnership with North Shore Tribal and the Indian Friendship Centre. A health service program providing the services of a Family doctor, Nurse Practitioner, and a Registered Dietitian. |
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For more information about this service: Health Clerk— Roseanne Allen |
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Community Health Access Centre –N’Mnimoeyaa |
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This program was designed to meet the needs of Native youth who come into contact with the law and consults with native individuals in need of assistance dealing with family and Children’s Aid Society court matters. Some services are explanation of charges, bail documents, probation orders; referrals; liaison; and assist with community involvement and discharge planning. |
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For more information about this service: Pam Showan |
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Combined Family Court Worker Program |
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The Native Court Worker Program is designed to meet the specific needs of Native people who come into conflict with the law. Some services are explanation of charges, bail documents and, probation orders; referrals; liaison; and assist with community involvement. |
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For more information about this service: Lisa Showan |
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Criminal Court Worker Program |
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122 East Street Sault Ste. Marie, ON Canada P6A 3C6 Phone: 705-256-5634 Fax: 705-942-3227 E-mail: info@ssmifc.ca |
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A program offered to children between the ages of 7-12 years. The goal of the program is to provide the support, tools, and healthy activities which will build upon their abilities to make healthy choices through the delivery of culturally appropriate programs and services. |
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For more information about this service: Laurie Perrault |
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O-GI Program |
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