Empowering the Niagara Indigenous Community Since 1972
The Niagara Regional Native Centre has been a cornerstone of the Indigenous community in Niagara since 1972, fostering cultural awareness, leadership, and well-being.
From humble beginnings in a small YMCA office, the Centre has grown into a thriving hub in Niagara-on-the-Lake, offering essential programs in healing, wellness, youth support, and more.
Committed to strengthening Indigenous identity and self-sufficiency, the NRNC continues to evolve, ensuring a brighter future for generations to come.
How we support the Niagara Indigenous Community
ADVANCE
The Centre advances Indigenous well-being by supporting programs and initiatives that help individuals and families gain skills, access opportunities, and build confidence to thrive in their personal, educational, and professional lives.
FOSTER
NRNC fosters community wellness by providing holistic health services, culturally grounded support programs, and mentorship opportunities for people of all ages, helping to strengthen connections and build a healthy, resilient community.
ENCOURAGE
The Centre encourages positive growth and development for children, youth, and families through culturally reflective programs, life skills training, and community engagement initiatives that promote learning, leadership, and personal empowerment.
PROMOTE
NRNC promotes Indigenous culture, leadership, and community through cultural programs, educational events, and initiatives that celebrate traditions and strengthen connections.
“I’ve struggled with many different life challenges as a youth, but with the support of NRNC and Akwe:go, I was able to learn healthy ways to navigate through them.”
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Official Article
Read the official post covering recent updates and information on the Heather Winterstein inquest.
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She Is Your Neighbor Podcast
🎙️ The Importance of Building Community with Destiny Bailey is out now.
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OFIFC Funding Announcement
The OFIFC celebrates $168M in funding supporting Indigenous-led programs.
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Kinship Care Giver Circles
A safe space for kinship care givers to connect, learn, and grow.
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Call for Vendors and Volunteers
We are looking for vendors and practitioners for our Women’s Pamper Day.
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Sacred Fire Lighting
Join us Friday April 17th. Bring your tobacco, prayers, and drums. All are welcome.
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Community Canvas
A rotating showcase of poems, paintings, and other artistic expressions from our community.
Have something to share? We welcome submissions of poems, paintings, drawings, photography, beadwork, leather work, or any form of visual, creative expression.
Submit HereInquest into the Death of Heather Winterstein Baa
The inquest into the death of Heather Winterstein Baa is currently underway, examining the circumstances surrounding her passing and exploring opportunities to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Our community continues to come together to support the family through prayer, reflection, holding space for healing, strength, and justice.
Grandmothers Voice, a visionary Indigenous-led organization dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices, nurturing ancestral wisdom, and fostering healing and unity within communities, has prepared a Day One summary of the inquest, providing valuable insight into Heather Winterstein Baa’s story and the circumstances surrounding her passing:
Read Day One SummaryThe Sacred Fire will be lit again on Friday, April 17 at 9:00 a.m. at the Niagara Regional Native Centre. Community members are welcome to attend, bring tobacco and prayers, and continue supporting the family and healing for all.
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