The Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) is a non-profit, board governed organization that currently operates nine core programs. The mission of the MNFC is to provide structured, social-based programming for Urban Aboriginal People while serving as a focal point for the urban aboriginal community to gather for a variety of community functions and events.

WEBSITE: www.mymnfc.com

FACEBOOK: @Mikmaw-Native-Friendship-Centre-121366117945828

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The MNFC offers housing services to Indigenous people experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, or eviction in the HRM area. The program operates out of the Friendship Centre and employs nine staff to support folks with their housing needs. The Housing Support program assists clients with navigating community resources, housing services, and offers advocacy support. Anyone is able to access this service and receive short-term support to assist them with their housing goals. 

PARTICIPANT INCLUSION: All Gender Inclusive; All Ages; Urban Indigenous

REGION COVERED: Halifax Regional Municipality

PHONE #: 902-420-1576

HOW TO ACCESS: Drop-In Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am to 12:00pm; Call to inquire (ask for Housing Department). 

PROGRAM WEBSITE: https://mymnfc.com/2020/02/24/housing-project-housing-support/

SEE ALSO: Counselling & Mental Health Services; Youth Programs & Outreach; Education & Employment Services