Urban Indigenous organizations need more COVID-19 funding, says National Association of Friendship Centres

Author Jacky Habib
Gaps in federal government funding leave communities vulnerable

Why It Matters

Despite a lack of resources, friendship centres across Canada are finding innovative ways to support their communities. Across the country, these centres provide emergency support to communities โ€” but need more funding to continue doing so effectively.

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