AFCC provides a wide array of support services for Indigenous individuals and families living in Calgary.
Our goal is to enhance quality of life by improving access to essential resources, employment and education opportunities, healthcare navigation, and social support networks, all within a framework that honours cultural identity and values.
Programs
Status Card Clinic
About
As a trusted source organization in collaboration with Indigenous Services Canada, AFCC assists community members in obtaining or renewing their Secure Certificate of Indian Status (Status Card) and now offers registration services under the Indian Act. This means AFCC can also help eligible individuals apply to be registered for the first time.
Goals
To help as many eligible individuals as possible obtain or renew their status cards—and now, to support new applicants in becoming registered under the Indian Act.
What to Bring
FCC assists both individuals who are already registered under the Indian Act and those applying for registration for the first time.
- If you are already registered and renewing your status card, please bring:
- Your 10-digit registration (treaty) number
- One valid piece of government-issued photo ID
- If you are applying for registration for the first time, you will need:
- One valid piece of government-issued photo ID
- A long-form birth certificate that includes parentage
- Knowledge of your family tree (e.g., parent and grandparent names, communities)
Additional documentation may be required depending on the complexity of your case.
For guidance on what to bring or help with your application, we strongly recommend contacting Bailey Dodds at:
bdodds@afccalgary.org
368-999-8041
Why it's Important
AFCC is one of very few accessible locations in Calgary offering this type of assistance. Obtaining a status card or being newly registered provides access to numerous programs, resources, and benefits (e.g., education funding, health benefits).
Location
AFCC Main Office, 316 7 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0J2.
(ask for Bailey)
Hours
Clinic hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed 12 PM – 1 PM)
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Drop-ins welcome; appointments highly recommended.
Contact
Bailey Dodds (Status Card Coordinator, bdodds@afccalgary.org.)
The clinic has now assisted nearly 800 clients, providing essential support to Indigenous community members in need of SCIS and registration services. This growing demand reflects how vital and valued this service is within the community.
Navigation and Support Centre Services
About
AFCC provides navigation and support services for vulnerable and unhoused community members, operating out of the Salvation Army Centre of Hope.
Goals
To act as a centralized hub connecting individuals to a network of services addressing root causes of homelessness and addiction (mental health, housing, recovery programs, employment, social services). This integrated approach improves access to resources. A key goal is integrating Indigenous ways of knowing, traditional healing practices (access to Elders, ceremonies like smudging, talking circles), and spirituality into service delivery for holistic healing.
Who it Helps
Vulnerable and unhoused individuals in Calgary, with a focus on culturally safe support for Indigenous peoples.
Why it's Important
Addresses public health and safety concerns by helping people get back on their feet. Focuses on cultural safety—creating environments where Indigenous people feel respected, safe, and free from judgment or discrimination, understanding the impacts of trauma and colonization. Collaboration ensures services are tailored to urban Indigenous needs.
Location
Salvation Army Centre of Hope, 420 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0R9.
Contact
Nancy Healy nhealy@afccalgary.org.
Other Supports
Education & Employment Services
Supporting educational goals and finding meaningful employment are key parts of AFCC’s mandate. We help connect community members with resources including Employment and Trade Programs. Specific program details can be requested via the contact information below.
Basic Needs Support
We offer referrals for essential needs such as food and clothing. AFCC also partners with organizations like #NotInMyCity to facilitate drop-offs for essential items needed by community members. Information on how to access this support can be requested via the contact information below.
Gender-Based Violence Support
AFCC is committed to supporting those affected by gender-based violence. We manage the Telus Domestic Violence Phone Program for the community. Details on how individuals can securely access this support can be requested via the contact information below.
Justice System Navigation (Calgary Indigenous Court)
AFCC is one of several agencies involved with the Calgary Indigenous Court (CIC). We provide referrals and support to community members navigating this system. Specifics on the support provided can be requested via the contact information below.
For more information or specific details on any of these support services, please email info@afccalgary.org with your request or inquiry. Your message will be directed to the appropriate department for follow-up.
