CULTURAL RESOURCE COORDINATOR

The Cultural Resource Coordinator Program aims to provide increased access to traditional culture and culturally based programs and services for Indigenous children, youth, and families that foster a strong sense of well being and positive Indigenous identity. As well as providing Indigenous resources to Indigenous and Non-Indigenous community members and organizations.

Program Goals

• Providing increased access to culture and culturally based programs and service, specifically targeted to improve identity and foster healthy relationships for urban Indigenous children, youth and families.
• Organizing direct counselling, support, teaching and ceremonies, and other preventative services.
• Through a range of approaches, providing activities which will foster a strong sense of well-being and positive Indigenous identity. Children and youth who are grounded in culture and who have positive associations with Indigenous identity are more likely to transition into adulthood with more confidence.
• Connectedness to culture for children and youth is a critical aspect of development in wholistic well-being. The Cultural Resource Coordinator will play a significant role in building and maintaining the cultural foundations urban Indigenous children, youth and families require to achieve healthier outcomes.

Programming

• Cultural and Recreational Program
• Family Recreation and Dances
• Traditional Teachings
• Drumming Circles
• Talking Circles
• One on One, Group and Peer Informal Counseling
• Community Referrals
• Reiki

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