Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: MET0710 | Last Full Update: 30 Apr 2019 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 416-964-9087 |
| Fax | 416-964-6375 |
| reception@ncct.on.ca | |
| Website | www.ncct.on.ca |
| Primary Contact | Elisabeth Pohl, Executive Assistant, HR Generalist; Phone: 416-964-9087 ext 323; Email: epohl@ncct.on.ca |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | Organization that offers a wide range of programs and services based on Indigenous cultural traditions and teachings Registered Charity |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Primary Executive | Larry Frost, Executive Director |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal - Community Service Partnerships (CSP) ; United Way - United Way Greater Toronto |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Senior's program -- outreach to Indigenous seniors and people with disabilities * social safety visits and reassurance check * congregate dining * friendly visiting * In-Home personal support -- personal care, light meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, shopping assistance Cultural and recreational services -- emphasis on Native culture * arts and crafts * Ojibwa and Cree language classes * gift shop * drumming and singing workshops, socials * Native Canadian Newsletter * Dodem Kanonhsa Cultural Facility (jointly administered with Indian and Northern Affairs) * women and men's circles * teaching circles * visiting Elder, mental health counsellor Food services -- community lunch Monday, Friday 12 noon -- $3 donation if employed, $2 donation if unemployed or student Youth services -- youth program including sharing circle Other services -- information and referral * advocacy * urban orientation * meeting space for rent * Internet access * volunteer opportunities |
| Hours | Mon-Wed 9 am-8 pm, Thu 9 am-9 pm, Fri 9 am-6 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm |
| Areas Served | Durham Region ; Halton Region ; Peel Region ; Toronto ; York Region |
| Boundaries | Senior's Program -- Greater toronto Area * other City of Toronto programs |
| Eligibility | Open to all |
| Application | Call, drop in or visit the website |
| Languages | English ; Cree ; Ojibway |
| Fees | Annual membership fee |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Toronto Downtown North |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Spadina Rd and Bloor St W |
| Physical Access | Designated parking at entrance - South side ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Arts / Culture ; Child / Family Services ; Community Programs ; Disabilities ; Food ; Health Care ; Indigenous Peoples ; Older Adults ; Sports / Recreation ; Transportation ; Youth |
| HCSD Sub Heading | All Services for Indigenous Peoples ; Community and Recreation Centres ; Computer Access ; Disability Transportation ; Free / Low-Cost Meals ; Home Support ; Home Support Programs ; Language Instruction ; Meals for People with Disabilities ; Meals for Seniors ; Meals for Seniors / People with Disabilities ; Meeting Space ; Programs for Home Support ; Recreation for Children / Families ; Recreation for Youth ; Seniors Transportation ; Social Clubs ; Social Clubs/Events ; Transportation for Older Adults ; Transportation for People with Disabilities ; Youth Recreation Resources |
| Service Categories | Aging/Older Adult Support Groups ~ Indigenous Communities ; Community Meals ~ Indigenous Communities ; Cultural Awareness/Competencies Training ~ Indigenous Peoples Issues ; Cultural Heritage Programs ~ Indigenous Communities ; Disability Related Transportation ~ Indigenous Communities ; Errand Running/Shopping Assistance ~ Indigenous Communities ; Friendly Outreach Programs ~ Indigenous Communities ; Homemaker Assistance ~ Indigenous Communities ; In Person Reassurance/Monitoring Programs ~ Indigenous Communities ; Indigenous Friendship Centres ; Individual Advocacy ~ Indigenous Communities ; Language Instruction ~ Indigenous Communities ; Meeting Space ~ Indigenous Communities ; Personal Care ~ Indigenous Communities ; Public Internet Access Sites ~ Indigenous Communities ; Senior Meals ; Senior Ride Programs ~ Indigenous Communities ; Social Clubs/Events ~ Indigenous Communities ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Indigenous Communities ; Volunteer Opportunities ; Youth Enrichment Programs ~ Indigenous Communities |
