Indigenous Supports
North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
The North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is dedicated to providing quality programming for Indigenous peoples and operates on the value system of the seven grandfather teachings.
705-472-2811
980 Cassells Street, North Bay
North Bay Indigenous Hub
The North Bay Indigenous Hub brings forth a range of programming services including, but not limited to, traditional healing, family-focused maternal/child health care, mental wellness care, and a culturally integrated licensed childcare facility.
705-995-0060
3-B Maang Road, North Bay
Nipissing University Office of Indigenous Initiatives
Nipissing University’s Office of Indigenous Initiatives offers ongoing cultural activities, academic workshops, financial support, tutoring, peer mentorship and many other supports for Indigenous students navigating the university.
705-474-3450 ext. 4899
Room F215 Nipissing University
Current Students biindgen@nipissingu.ca
Incoming Students indigenousprograms@nipissingu.ca
Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services
Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a culture-based organization responsive to the holistic needs of all children, youth and families.
1-855-223-5558
15 Charlie’s Bay Road, Dokis First Nation
Nipissing First Nation
Nipissing First Nation supplies their members with empowerment, and support in protecting their rights, and strives to give their members improved quality of life and well-being.
705-753-2050
36 Semo Road, Garden Village
Maternal Child Health Nurse (Nipissing First Nation)
Nipissing First Nation’s maternal child health nurse will set you up with resources and support in the community that will work for you and your family.
705-753-3312 ext. 2227
36 Semo Road, Garden Village
Early Childhood Development Worker (Nipissing First Nation)
Nipissing First Nation’s early childhood development worker offers different programming for children and families, such as after-school programs, parent support, school preparation, and referrals to community partners.
705-753-3312 ext. 3000
36 Semo Road, Garden Village
Nbisiing Secondary School
Nbisiing Secondary School is a First Nation-operated and provincially-inspected private secondary school offering a wide variety of high school courses with an emphasis on the needs and aspirations of First Nations students.
705-497-9938
469B Couchie Memorial Drive, North Bay
Indigenous Daycares
Both daycares provide childcare for children aged 18 months to 5 years old. The staff are Registered ECEs who generate a safe and inclusive environment while encouraging the learning of Nbisiing Ojibway culture.
Couchie Memorial Daycare
705-474-9860
520 Couchie Memorial Drive, North Bay
Nipissing Ojibway Daycare
705-753-4052
70 Semo Road, Garden Village