History

History

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Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre (NAFC) was incorporated on September 17, 1964, accepted into the Native Friendship Centre Association on February 1972 and incorporated as a not for profit society in 1974. Its base of operations is the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, which includes the communities of Fort McMurray, Fort Chipewyan, Fort MacKay, Anzac, Janvier and Conklin. The NAFC is dedicated to the development of social and recreational activities of our community. Our mission is to promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous peoples in our community and act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.

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A massive thank you to everyone that donated as well as the participants that selected NAFC to support in their fundraising efforts - we send heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to you all! 🫶

Run for a Reason is back for another year! 👟
The Inter Pipeline Fort McMurray Marathon provides an opportunity for local charities to fundraise to support our causes, programming and events. This years run takes place on Sunday September 24th and participants had the opportunity to sign up and raise funds for a local non profit organization of their choice.

Donations are still being accepted through the Run for Reason website, check out the link in our bio to support.

Check out these Dreamcatchers, handmade by our eld

Check out these Dreamcatchers, handmade by our elders and seniors with their own unique touch and colour during a wonderful afternoon workshop this week🫶

Thank you to Kayla Aikins for assisting in providing materials and guiding with step by step instructions. And congratulations Sandra and Alexis - the winners of our two draws for the day!

The Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre’s (

The Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre’s (NAFC) Orange T-Shirts are available for purchase.

The NAFC’s Orange Shirt design was created by First Nations artist and NAFC Team Member Georgina Sanderson.

“The child in a cradleboard represents our roots and how we first learned love and kindness by observing our Elders and community,” said Georgina of her work. “I hope this resonates within the artwork, so others can recognize the importance of our traditional ways of learning on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.”

$25 for Adults
$20 for Youth

ORDER INFORMATION:
- Email shirt size to orders@nistawoyouafc.com
- Customers will receive a confirmation email and information for pick-up.
- Cash only will be accepted at time of pick-up.

SIZES AVAILABLE:
ADULT: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, 2XL, 3XL & 4XL
YOUTH: X-Small, Small, Medium, Large & X-Large

🧡 Proceeds from the Orange Shirt Day campaign will help support NAFC in production of the shirts and its program funding within our region.

Weekly Schedule- September 18th 2023 Monday Septe

Weekly Schedule- September 18th 2023

Monday September 18 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Youth Arts & Crafts | Age 7+ at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

Monday September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Dreamcatcher Workshop – Elders & Seniors 55+at the Golden Years Society

Thursday September 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Indigenous Arts & Culture – Family Night at the Golden Years Society

All information can be found on our website at Nistawoyouafc.com

Elders & Seniors age 55+ are invited to join us to

Elders & Seniors age 55+ are invited to join us to make a dreamcatcher. All materials and instruction will be provided as well as light refreshments.

Registration is required – 15 spots available.
To register, please email Elder Coordinator Renee Hurley at elders@nistawoyouafc.com or phone 780-743-8555.

Thank you to @goldenyears1976 for continued support in providing the venue.

DETAILS
Date: September 18
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Organizer: Renee Hurley
Phone: 780-743-8555
Email: elders@nistawoyouafc.com
Venue: Golden Years Society
10111 Main Street
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 2G6

NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.
NAFC events and memberships are free and open to everyone.

Families, elders and youth are invited to join us

Families, elders and youth are invited to join us every Thursday for the month of September to come together and learn in new crafts, share in Indigenous culture, arts and much more.

No registration required.

Thank you to our program partner @anfca70 and @goldenyears1976 for the continued support providing the venue.

DETAILS
Date: September 14th, 21st and 28th
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer: Claire Beaulieu-Antoine
Phone: 780-743-8555
Email: coordinator1@nistawoyouafc.com
Venue: Golden Years Society
10111 Main Street
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 2G6

NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.
NAFC events and memberships are free and open to everyone.

Weekly Schedule- September 11th 2023 Monday Septe

Weekly Schedule- September 11th 2023

Monday September 11 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Youth Arts & Crafts | Age 7 + at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

Tuesday September 12 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tea & Bannock – Elders & Seniors 55+ at the Golden Years Society

Thursday September 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Indigenous Arts & Culture – Family Night at the Golden Years Society

*Correction* Monday September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Dreamcatcher Workshop – Elders & Seniors 55+ at the Golden Years Society

All information can be found on our website at Nistawoyouafc.com

NOMINEES LIST - NAFC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Open t

NOMINEES LIST - NAFC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Open to registered NAFC members only September 7th 2023 6:00pm

"The Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre has received a substantial amount of nominees. We truly appreciate the support & passion for the Centre to move forward in a good way. It was a difficult task for the nomination committee to narrow down the list to fit within the bylaw requirements. We would like to thank every nominee and everyone that took the time to provide a nomination. Being on the Board of Governance is not a place of power, but a place of servitude. We look forward to working together with everyone in friendship.
Sincerely,
Nomination Committee"

List of Nominees (The following lists of candidates are in alphabetical order of first name):

President:
Jessica Croucher
Rhonda Robinson

Whomever does not obtain the Presidential Chair position shall be moved to the Board Candidate list.

Board:
Angela Maxson
Cecile Calliou
Jason McDougall
Jessica Pye
Joelle Erskine
Katalin Loutit
Kayla Aikins
Melanie Walsh
Michelle Carroll
Monica Grant
Nicholas Vardy
Paul Curtis
Shirley Cardinal
Simon Reece

The Annual General Meeting of Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre will be held on September 7th, 2023 at the Royal Canadian Legion (second floor) at 9317 Huggard Street Fort McMurray AB T9H 1C4, commencing at 6:00pm.
If you have any questions regarding your membership status with Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre or wish to become a registered member, please reach out to our office via phone 780-743-8555 or email at reception@nistawoyouafc.com.

Weekly Schedule- September 5th 2023 Thursday Sept

Weekly Schedule- September 5th 2023

Thursday September 7 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Annual General Meeting – Open to Registered Members Only
Royal Canadian Legion

Friday Sept 8th @ 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Family Night- At the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

All information can be found on our website at Nistawoyouafc.com

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend! P

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend!

Please note: Our office is closed on Monday September 4th in observance of Labour Day, reopening Tuesday September 5th.

Elders and Seniors age 55+ are invited to join us

Elders and Seniors age 55+ are invited to join us for an afternoon of making a Macrame Plant Hanger. All materials and instruction will be provided as well as light refreshments. No experience necessary.

Registration is required – 15 spots available.
To register, please email Elder Coordinator Renee Hurley at elders@nistawoyouafc.com or phone 780-743-8555.

Please Note: We have two dates for this workshop in September. We ask that participants only register for one of the two dates to give the opportunity for others to enjoy. We appreciate your understanding.
Workshop Dates: September 14th & 29th

Thank you to @goldenyears1976 for providing the venue.

DETAILS
Date: September 14th & 29th
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Organizer: Renee Hurley
Phone: 780-743-8555
Email: elders@nistawoyouafc.com
Venue: Golden Years Society
10111 Main Street
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 2G6

NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.
NAFC events and memberships are free and open to everyone.

Congratulations to Rebecca Tait! Rebecca was the w

Congratulations to Rebecca Tait!
Rebecca was the winner of our basket giveaway from our booth at Community Registration Day at Syncrude Sport and Wellness this past week. Thank you to everyone that stopped by and visited with our team members - Candace NAFC Administrative Assistant and our summer students Holly & Tessa!

NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.
NAFC events and memberships are free and open to everyone.
If you wish you become a registered member just reach out to our office by phone 780-743-8555 or email reception@nistawoyouafc.com .

The Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre invit

The Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre invite Elders and Seniors to enjoy a safe & friendly social gathering with tea and bannock. This is a free event.

No registration required.

For questions or inquiries, contact NAFC Elder Coordinator Renee Hurley at elders@nistawoyouafc.com

Thank you to Golden Years Society for the venue.

Elders and Seniors Tea & Bannock is generously sponsored by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Community Impact Program.

DETAILS
Date: September 12th & 26th
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Organizer: Renee Hurley
Phone: 780-743-8555
Email: elders@nistawoyouafc.com
Venue: Golden Years Society
10111 Main Street
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 2G6

Families, elders and youth are invited to join us

Families, elders and youth are invited to join us as we gather to welcome Summer's end with a campfire and hotdogs at Lion’s Park on September 1st 6pm - 8pm.
No registration required.

Thank you to our program partner ANFCA.

DETAILS
Date: September 1
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer: Claire Beaulieu-Antoine
Phone: 780-743-8555
Email: coordinator1@nistawoyouafc.com
Venue: Lion’s Park
3 Tolen Drive
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 1G7

It was a memorable fishing trip travelling down th

It was a memorable fishing trip travelling down the Clearwater River with Elder Leonard Hansen Sr. of @runningbearwilderness ! 🎣

“He taught the students about the land and the wildlife. We spotted a bear, eagle and deer. We stopped at two different locations to fish. Although we went bust on the fishing, everyone had such a great time! I am so grateful for this opportunity and so were all of the participants.” - Student Support Coordinator, Teri-Lynn Goudie

NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.
NAFC events and memberships are free and open to everyone.

Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre is seekin

Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre is seeking nominations for vacancies on our board of directors. We will be looking for varied skills as our board does not participate in program planning but will play a role in a well-rounded governance board.

The Nominations Committee will review and contact the nominees to confirm acceptance of their nominations - the committee will select candidates to be included on the slate of nominees. The newly-elected board members will assume office at the close of our AGM on September 7th 2023.

President (1 year term)
4 New Board of Directors (2 year term)
2 New Board of Directors (1 year term)

Deadline for submission is August 25th, 2023.

Please forward nominations and letters of interest to orders@nistawoyouafc.com.
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NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.

VISION STATEMENT A culturally connected community where mutual respect and acceptance enable Indigenous people to achieve their full potential.
MISSION STATEMENT We are the cultural hub in our community that helps Indigenous people transition to a better quality of life.
VALUES We are a community guided by respect, accountability, open-mindedness, cultural understanding and honesty & integrity.

Learn more: https://nistawoyouafc.com/who-we-are/

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT Students age 12+ are invited t

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT
Students age 12+ are invited to join NAFC for an afternoon fishing trip on the Snye.

We will leave for our fishing trip at noon from the Waterways Boat Launch. Children must be 12+ to attend and must be dropped off by 11:45am at the Snye and must be picked up at 4:00pm.

Lunch will be provided.

After registration is complete, parents will be contacted by email with confirmation and further details from NAFC Student Support Coordinator Teri-Lynn Goudie.

DETAILS
Date: August 22
Time: 11:45 am - 4:00 pm
Tickets: See Eventbrite link in bio
Organizer: Teri-Lynn Goudie
Email: studentsupport@nistawayouafc.com
Venue: Meeting Point is Waterways Boat Launch for fishing on the Snye
Fort McMurray, AB

NISTAWOYOU ASSOCIATION FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
To promote and encourage better relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in our community, as well as act as a liaison between the people of Indigenous background and government, voluntary agencies, industry and other groups.
NAFC events and memberships are free and open to everyone.

If you have any questions regarding your membership status with Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre or wish to become a registered member, please reach out to our office via phone 780-743-8555 or email at reception@nistawoyouafc.com

Weekly Schedule- August 14th 2023 Monday August 1

Weekly Schedule- August 14th 2023

Monday August 14th @ 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth’s Arts and Crafts at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

Monday August 14 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Board Meeting | Open to Registered Members only at the Golden Years Society

Wednesday August 16 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Dreamcatcher Workshop | Students Age 12 – 25 at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

Friday August 18 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Beaded Earring Workshop | Students Age 12+ at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

Friday August 18 @ 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Family Night at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library

All information can be found on our website at Nistawoyouafc.com

Students age 12+ are invited to join us for a Bead

Students age 12+ are invited to join us for a Beaded Earring Workshop hosted by NAFC and Spirit Creative.

Limited space available – Registration is required via Eventbrite
Tickets: https://bit.ly/NAFC-beaded-earrings

Thank you to supporting partner Wood Buffalo Regional Library.

DETAILS
Date: August 18
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tickets: See event page for link to Eventbrite Tickets
Organizer: Teri-Lynn Goudie
Email: studentsupport@nistawayouafc.com
Venue: Wood Buffalo Regional Library
1 C.A. Knight Way
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 5C5

Students age 12 – 25 are invited to join us for

Students age 12 – 25 are invited to join us for a Dreamcatcher Workshop.
Space is limited – Registration Required. See Eventbrite link in our bio for tickets.

Light refreshments will be available.

Thank you to supporting partner @wbrl_ab .

DETAILS
Date: August 16
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tickets: See Eventbrite link in bio
Organizer: Teri-Lynn Goudie
Email: studentsupport@nistawayouafc.com
Venue: Wood Buffalo Regional Library
1 C.A. Knight Way
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 5C5

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