Fostering connection, celebrating culture, and empowering our Indigenous community.
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Welcome to the Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary (AFCC), a vital community hub dedicated to serving urban Indigenous peoples in Calgary for over two decades. Our mission is to build relations that lead to cultural connection and economic inclusion.
We operate under the guiding principle of "Many Nations. One Family."™, offering a safe and welcoming space for all.
At the AFCC, we provide holistic and culturally grounded support across four key areas. Whether you need help with housing, wish to connect with culture, or are an Elder seeking community, we are here for you.
Your Hub for Indigenous Services in Calgary
🪶 Culture & Outreach
We rekindle heritage and foster belonging through programs that share traditional knowledge, from our Honouring the Bonds family program to our annual MMEIP Red Dress Powwow.
Explore Programs🏡 Housing Services
From the Omahkitapioyis Elders' Lodge to our supportive Aboriginal Housing Initiative, we provide safe, stable, and culturally appropriate housing solutions.
View Housing🤝 Member Services
We help individuals and families access essential resources, including our Status Card Clinic, employment and education support, and justice system navigation.
Find Support🌅 Elder Services
We honour our wisdom keepers with dedicated programs and spaces, including Calgary's first Indigenous Elders' Drop-in Centre, Kanakaatsi’nom.
Elder ResourcesWe invite you to explore our site, learn about upcoming events, and discover how you can get involved with the community.
Explore Our 2025-2026 Report to Community
Discover the tangible impact we have built together over the past year. From historic advancements in Indigenous-led housing to the expansion of frontline outreach and cultural programming, our annual report details the operational milestones and community resilience driving the AFCC forward.
Click below to flip through the interactive report.
Service Locations
Main Office
The Indigenous Hub
Iitaohkanitsini’kotsiiyio’p
Elder’s Drop-In Centre
Kanakaa’tsinom “All Friends Place”
The Navigation and Support
Centre
The Elders’ Lodge Apartments
Omahkitapioyis
Holy Gathering Place
Holy Gathering Place
The Indigenous Warming Centre
Our Mission
To empower Calgary's urban Indigenous community by forging resilient partnerships that drive cultural revitalization, holistic wellness, and lasting economic sovereignty.
Our Vision
A thriving, self-determined community where systemic barriers are dismantled, traditional knowledge anchors modern urban life, and every relative has the foundation to succeed.
Core Values
The unwavering principles that dictate how we serve, advocate, and innovate: