Early On Indigenous Language Child and Family Program

Aanii Families August is here!
We are offering in centre programming happening at our main location (16 Spadina Rd) and our partnered locations!
We are a mobile program; we bring our culture and language programming to other programs and out on the land.
Our programming is for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis children aged 0-6, siblings and their families/caregivers.

Each program has a draw prize at the end of the month taylored to that program each visit is an entry!

Registration required programs will have sign up come out seperately. Stay tuned!

Aanii Friends today is beach day with Ojibiikaan!
Will be meeting at woodbine beach at 10 pm and we are there until 3pm today!
You can take the 92 bus down to woodbine beach, follow our arrow and meet at the Pavillion!

We will be moving throughout the beach, playground and boardwalk exploring the area!

Please message us or Ojibiikaan if you need assistance.

🔥 Wildfire Relief Donation Drive 🔥

The Native Canadian Centre of Toronto is collecting new, unused donations to support First Nations communities affected by the Northern Ontario wildfires.

Beginning Monday, July 20, community members are invited to drop off essential items at:

📍 Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
16 Spadina Road

We are accepting:

🧥 New clothing
🛏️ New blankets
🧴 Toiletries & personal hygiene products
🍼 Baby supplies
🥫 Non-perishable food
💧 Bottled water
📦 Other requested essential items
Your generosity can help provide comfort and support to communities facing the impacts of these devastating wildfires.

Miigwetch to everyone who is able to donate and stand with our communities during this difficult time. ❤️

For questions or more information:
[email protected]
[email protected]

Aanii Families we will be going Miin (blueberry) picking on August 5th with Ojibiikaan!

Please register with the link below
https://forms.gle/zcA2Qn4k9zvSg4ut8

Programming (Art & Music)
10-1 at Corktown commons will be moved indoors due to rain at 16 Spadina Rd

Gigizhebaa-wiisiniwin(Breakfast) program (sign up required)
9-12 (16 Spadina Rd)
Every friday In July from we will be doing a breakfast program at the NCCT
All food is provided by us
You will recieve the recipe to take home with you
There will be a special prize at the end of the month to take home :)
This program is for First Nations, Inuit or Metis ONLY with children age 0-6, siblings and families
https://forms.gle/DZwQPZdMBqXEPQCa7

Aanii Families! Niibin!

We are offering in centre programming happening at our main location (16 Spadina Rd) and our partnered locations!
We are a mobile program; we bring our culture and language programming to other programs and out on the land.
Our programming is for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis children aged 0-6, siblings and their families/caregivers.

Each program has a draw prize at the end of the month taylored to that program each visit is an entry!

Registration required programs will have sign up come out seperately. Stay tuned!

We had such a wonderful time going Ode'min picking this past week.
It was a great way for families to learn about and celebrate Ode'min Giizis.

Aanii Families, We are celebrating all Fathers, grandfathers and caregivers on Thursday June 18th with a BBQ lunch!
Time: 1-3pm
Location: 1444 Queen St E

We will have activities, food, and prizes!

*There will be no morning programming this day*

Our programming is for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis children age 0-6, siblings and families.

🎉🌞 INDIGENOUS DAY GATHERING 2026 IS ALMOST HERE! 🌞🎉

Join the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto and Thunder Woman Healing Lodge Society for an unforgettable afternoon of community, culture, connection, and celebration! ❤️🧡💛

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 16 Spadina Rd.

Get ready for:

🔥 Delicious BBQ Lunch
🍦 FREE Ice Cream Truck
🎶 Music & Good Vibes
🎁 Door Prizes
🎨 Children’s Activities
🛍️ Community Vendor Tables
📸 Photo Booth Fun – capture memories with family and friends!
🤝 Connect with community members

Whether you’re coming with family, friends, coworkers, or on your own, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come celebrate Indigenous culture, community, and togetherness in a welcoming space filled with laughter, food, music, and fun!

✨ Everyone is welcome!
✨ Rain or shine event!

Share this poster with a friend you’d bring along and help us spread the word! ❤️