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Aboriginal Business Canada - Industry Canada 2000 - 300 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC, V6B 6E2 Phone: (604) 666-3871  Fax: (604) 666-0238 Website: www.strategis.ic.gc.ca/epic/internet/inabc-eac.nsf/Intro Aboriginal Business Canada is an Industry Canada program that promotes the growth of commerce as one means towards economic self-sufficiency for all Aboriginal people. Thousands of Aboriginal entrepreneurs got their start or expanded their operations with help from Aboriginal Business Canada. First Nations, Métis and Inuit business and financial institutions have also established services, and developed and strengthened their networks to create a driving force in the economy of Canada's First Peoples. Aboriginal Business Canada is an Industry Canada program that promotes the growth of commerce as one means towards economic self-sufficiency for all Aboriginal people. Aboriginal Business Canada (ABC) provides financial assistance, information, resource materials and referrals to other possible sources of financing or business support. Clients must be individuals of Canadian Indian (on or off-reserve), Métis or Inuit heritage, or majority-owned Aboriginal organizations or development corporations. We also work in partnership with Aboriginal financial and business organizations, and with a range of other agencies, boards and departments on initiatives that are helping to strengthen business skills and promote greater awareness of Aboriginal business achievement. In this way, we are working towards the shared goal of an inclusive and prosperous economy for all Canadians.   Category:   First Nations Group Served:   All Ages Accessibility:   Unknown Languages of Service:   English

Aboriginal Infant/Early Childhood Development Program 2905-29th Avenue Vernon, BC, V1T 1Y7 Phone: (250) 542-7578  Fax: (250) 542-7597 E-mail: [email protected] This program offers traditional aboriginal teachings, knowledge and respect, a drop-in center for families, hot lunch program, parent- child interactive activities such as Mother Goose, workshops, support and information on parenting and child development, advocacy and access to resources and referrals and outreach services. The Centre is a warm, safe, friendly place. Category:   First Nations Group Served:   Families Accessibility:   Unknown Languages of Service:   English

Community Health Associates of BC Community Health Associates of BC # 2 3003 29th Avenue same Vernon, BC, V1T 1Y9 Phone: (250) 503-1123  Fax: (250) 503-1733 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.cha-bc.org Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Our Mission Statement; To support the development of skilled, professional and healthy Community Health & Addiction Workers and to enhance their effectiveness in meeting the needs of First Nations people and their communities. Category:   First Nations Group Served:   First Nations Accessibility:   Accessible with Assistance Languages of Service:   English

First Nations Friendship Centre 2904 - 29th Avenue Vernon, BC, V1T 1Y7 Phone: (250) 542-1247  Fax: (250) 542-3707 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bcaafc.com/centres/vernon/index.html Hours: See program descriptions below  The Native Friendship Centre Program is designed to improve the quality of life for Aboriginal People in an urban environment by supporting self determined activities which encourage equal access to, and participation in Canadian society and which respect Native cultural distinctiveness. Drugs & Alcohol Counselling Phone: 542-5311 Fax: 542-4668 E-mail: [email protected] First Nations Employment Services Phone: 558-3345 Fax: 558-5321 Family Support Worker Phone: 542-1247 Fax: 542-4668  E-mail: [email protected] Prenatal Nutrition Program Phone: 542-1247 Fax: 542-3707  E-mail: [email protected] Kla How Ya Communications Phone: 542-1247 Fax: 542-3707 Sen'Klip Theatre Phone: 549-2921 Fax: 549-2921 Youth Outreach Program Phone: 542-1257 Fax: 542-1576  E-mail: [email protected] Sookinchoot Youth Centre 3705 27th Street Phone: 549-2921  Email: [email protected] Youth driven centre where aboriginal & metis youth can come together in a safe and supportive environment.  The Centre offers: Young Men/Women Leadership Programs; Youth Council & Volunteer Opportunities; Fitness Program; Nutrition Program; Girls/Guys Night Out; Awareness & Knowledge;Drama/Traditional Performing Arts;Music Program; Mentorship Opportunities; Coaching & Advocacy; Homework Club; Social Programs & Activities. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Program Offers FASD support and community awareness through educational workshops, training sessions, group initiatives, capacity building and partnerships. Provides support with stategies and interventions, referals and offers FASD resources through a community lending library. In house services include: alcohol and drug, one to one and family counseling, advocacy, prenatal nutrition,traditional parenting program and aboriginal literacy program. For more information please contact Shelley Wintrup, FASD Community Resource Coordinator, at 558-5699 or  [email protected] Aboriginal Infant/Early Childhood Development Program 2705 - 29th Avenue  Tel: 542-7578. See description in "Early Childhood Services" section. Vernon Youth Safehouse #206 2905 28th Avenue   Tel: 260-7077. Offers shelter for youth aged 13-18 years who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.   Category:   First Nations Group Served:   Adults Accessibility:   Unknown Languages of Service:   English

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada BC Region Suite 600, 1138 Melville Street Vancouver, BC, V6E 4S3 Phone: (604) 775-7114  Fax: (604) 666-2546 Website: www.ainc-inac.gc.ca Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Government of Canada offers a variety of programs and services for First Nations people. Services and programs cover many areas, from employment and the environment to health and education. All are available to individual First Nations people living on reserves.Many are also available to all Aboriginal people, including Métis, Inuit and First Nations people who live off reserves. Category:   First Nations Group Served:   First Nations Languages of Service:   English/French

Okanagan Indian Band RR7, Site 8, Comp. 20 Vernon, BC, V1T 7Z3 Phone: (250) 542-4328  Fax: (250) 542-4990 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.okanagan.org Ensuring the Future through Cultural, Social, and Economic Development. Category:   First Nations Group Served:   First Nations Accessibility:   Unknown Languages of Service:   English

Sookinchoot Youth Centre 3705 27th Street Vernon, BC Phone: (250) 549-2921  E-mail: [email protected] Category:   First Nations Group Served:   Youth Languages of Service:   English

Spallumcheen Indian Band AnnMarie Antoine 970 Old Vernon Road Box 3010 Enderby, BC, V0E 1V0 Phone: (250) 838-6496  Fax: (250) 838-2131 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.secwepemc.org/spallumcheen Spallumcheen Indian Band Elders Lodge 2-833 Dunwoodie, Enderby, BC Shihiya First Nations Elementary School 872 Jack Pine, Enderby, BC Category:   First Nations Group Served:   First Nations Accessibility:   Unknown Languages of Service:   English

Urban Aboriginal Youth Program 2750 Highway 6 Vernon, BC, V1T 5G5 Phone: (250) 549-1783  Fax: (250) 549-1755 Social gathering every third Saturday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. No charge. everyone welcome, refreshments provided, door prizes. Category:   First Nations Group Served:   Youth Accessibility:   Wheelchair Accessible Languages of Service:   English

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