Looking for upcoming events? The Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary hosts a variety of events throughout the year at our different locations, all aimed at supporting cultural connection, well-being, and community building. On this page, you’ll find information on these AFCC events, plus listings for other relevant community happenings. Browse the events below to learn more, find locations, and see how you can participate.
Program Updates & Special Hours
Please find important updates regarding program hours and upcoming closures below.
Status Card Clinic
UPCOMING CLOSURES: Please note, the Status Card Clinic will be closed to the public on the following dates:
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Friday, July 4, 2025
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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Thursday, July 31, through Friday, August 8, 2025 (inclusive)
Regular services will be available on all other business days. We thank you for your understanding.
AFCC Main Office & Indigenous Hub
Our downtown Indigenous Hub (iitaohkanitsini’kotsiiyio’p – “place of conversation”) is a welcoming space for community connection, cultural engagement, and direct support
Key Services at this Location:
- General information and administrative support
- The Status Card Clinic
- Smudge Vow and Jordan's Principle programs
- Food and basic needs support (as available)
Contact & Location
- Location: 316 – 7 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 0J2
- Main Phone: (403) 270-7379
- General Email: info@afccalgary.org
Hours of Operation
Our hours can vary. For the most up-to-date information, please call our main office line.
Welcome to the Kanakaa'tsinom Elder's Centre
Our Centre is a gathering space created for Indigenous Elders and Seniors
Please sign in upon arrival so we can best meet your needs
Contact & Hours of Operation
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Location: 4630 16th Ave NW, Calgary, AB
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Phone: (587) 585-2208
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Email: afccec@afccalgary.org
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Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Wednesday: CLOSED
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Friday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Elder’s Centre Closure (June 23-25)
June 23 - June 24
This page provides an important AFCC Elders Centre closure notice for the week of June 23rd, 2025. To help our community members plan their visits, please be aware of the following temporary changes to our schedule at the Kanakaa’tsinom Elder’s Drop-In Centre.
Details of the June 23-25 Closure
The centre will be closed for three consecutive days for a combination of special and regular reasons:
- Monday, June 23rd & Tuesday, June 24th: Closed for special administrative and organizational purposes.
- Wednesday, June 25th: Closed for our regular weekly planning day.
This dedicated time is essential for our team to focus on program development, plan future events, and perform necessary administrative tasks. This ensures that when our doors are open, we can provide you with the most engaging, supportive, and well-organized experience possible.
Planning Your Visit
We understand that our centre is a vital hub for many. That’s why we provide this advance AFCC Elders Centre closure notice – to minimize any inconvenience for our cherished community members. We always recommend checking our online calendar or calling ahead if you are travelling a long distance. You can always find the latest updates on our main Elder’s Centre page.
We are excited to welcome everyone back when we reopen on Thursday, June 26th, for our big Community Feast! It will be a wonderful time to reconnect.
For other seniors’ resources and activities available in the city, we encourage you to visit the Kerby Centre website.
