BANAC (Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle ) Aging Well programs
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Life Long Care program provides care and services to all ages with physical disabilities, health issues, developmental disabilities, and who are frail and/or elderly. This program assists participants in stabilizing well-being through wholistic short or long term approach; incorporating the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life.
The Aboriginal Health Outreach program provides 1:1 peer counseling and supports to meet the health needs to the community and individuals by way of health promotion, education, and linkages within the Indigenous and mainstream resources. This program works hand in hand with other health services and agencies to deliver assistance and increase Indigenous representation and client access.
The Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living program supports the health and well-being of Indigenous people through fitness, nutrition and smoking cessation.
The Cultural Resource program supports awareness of traditional teachings, planning and cultural knowledge within the Friendship Centre. The coordinator works with Elders and traditional people, with a strong focus on meeting the needs of families. Supports are offered in areas of language, culturally based healing, violence prevention and the well-being of others.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Regional Indigenous Seniors Cultural Program provides culturally relevant support and programming to Indigenous seniors living in their own homes. Provides access to services, assist in keeping seniors in their home longer, and access to traditional ceremonies and teachings by a knowledgeable teacher.
Ska Be Program provides support services to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous seniors and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to achieve a good quality of life that is reflective of our members needs and their culture.
Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre
The Life Long Care Program provides services and care for people of all ages that have physical disabilities, serious health issues, or those who are frail and/or elderly. The goal of the program is to assist program participants in stabilizing their health. Assistance with the coordination of medical appointments, transportation, prevention of isolation through interaction and social activities, referrals and advocacy to access community supports. Services can be provided on a short-term or long-term basis and will be determined through an intake and assessment process.
The Life Long Care Program is able to provide assistance in the following areas:
Medical transportation services, Medical escorts; Referrals to community services and Friendship Centre programs; Preparing forms and applications; Congregate dining services (includes meal and activity); Home visits/Friendly visits; Security checks (in person or over the phone); Caregiver Support services (respite and training); Advocacy with community agencies; Access to cultural activities, traditional foods, ceremonies, Elders and Healers; Assistance with housing issues; Transitioning from ODSP to Old Age Pension; Locating a family doctor; Assist in obtaining medical equipment and supplies.
The Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Program is a community-based program that seeks to strengthen and promote mental health and well-being for urban Indigenous people 16 years of age and up. The program objectives are 1) to improve physical well-being for individuals and families through the promotion of healthy lifestyles, and activities; 2) to improve mental well-being using strengths-based approaches to achieve and maintain a good mind; 3) to support and improve individual and family emotional well-being and the ability to recognize and maintain healthy relationships; and 4) to provide access to cultural knowledge and activities that foster self-respect and identity.
Community Wellness Workers assist clients by helping them identify concerns and then develop action plans to address those concerns. This is achieved by sharing appropriate information with health and social agencies and through community events like crisis intervention workshops, sharing circles, and community outreach events that educate and promote cultural awareness and illness prevention.
Community Wellness Workers also provide participant based services with regards to reducing family violence through fitness and recreation, walking groups, nutrition and foot care clinics, and healthy eating workshops, and Community Gardens.
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to offer the Aging at Home Program. The Program is funded by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. The Program offers support to Indigenous seniors 55 years of age and older by offering in home supports and contracted services to help individuals live safely and independently within their own homes. There are some eligibility criteria that a person must meet in order to be eligible for the Program. This includes having a financial review done and having a medical referral.
The kinds of services available through this Program include:
Nokomis Circle / Senior’s Circle:
BRAWC- Biminaawzogin Regional Aboriginal Women’s Circle
Biminaawzogin Transition Homes
BRAWC operates two residential transition homes in the City of Orillia. The objective of transitional housing is to provide Indigenous women and children with the structure and support they need to address critical issues necessary to maintain permanent housing and achieve self sufficiency. Our sponsor is the Ministry of Housing for this program.
Indigneous Housing First Program
The housing first program is a regional, culturally sensitive direct service strategy that addresses the barriers faced by Indigenous people experiencing homelessness or chronic homelessness through a housing first approach. The program-Bagosenim, meaning “To Have Hope” assists Indigenous people experiencing homelessness into independent and permanent housing providing supports as needed. This program serves: Orillia, Barrie and Midland. The program is in partnership with the Regional Housing First Program delivered through Empower Simcoe. Our sponsor is the Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy through Service Canada.
Indigenous Women’s Education, Training & Employment Transition Program
The Transition Bridging Program serves as a catalyst for change by empowering Indigenous women in a urban setting to make the transition to a learning or employment environment. The program also provides culturally relevant supports. The program concentrates on building self confidence and self esteem through personal growth and development, life skills, job readiness and cultural teachings. Our sponsor is the Poverty Reduction Strategy Office.
Endaad Native Non Profit Homes
Non-profit housing offering 20 units rent-geared-to-income units for families (not single individuals) wait list minimum of 1 year and beyond. Email at endaadhomes@hotmail.com.
Huronia Family Housing Co-Operative
Huronia Family Housing Inc. is a family community providing market rent and rent geared to income housing for members. There are 25 units, with 10 as two bedrooms and 15 as three bedrooms. All members have to apply directly to the office. The Co-op offers in-unit hookups for personal laundry machine and dryers, close to schools, and with many parks and recreation facilities. Our community strives to make Huronia Family Housing Inc. a place to call home rather than just a place to live.
Offers co-operative housing for urban native families * individual housing units are located within Penetanguishene and Midland.
Simcoe Urban Native Housing (SUN Housing)
Mandate is to provide, rent geared to income housing and low-end-of-market housing to First Nations people in the Barrie region. In Barrie – admin@sunhousing.ca – 705-737-3532
Supports and services offered by Housing Resource Centres are by appointment only. Some regions offer drop-in times at specified locations. Please select your region of choice for more information on drop-in time and location in your community. To book an appointment, please call: (705) 739-0485 or email: housingcalls@empowersimcoe.ca
Housing Retention is a Program funded by the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) that aims to prevent or end homelessness by improving access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing and homelessness services for people experiencing homelessness and for people at-risk of homelessness. Every circumstance is unique and is assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine the right combination of interventions/assistance to support success.
Beausoleil Child and Family Services
Daycare, schooling and adult programs. Child Welfare Prevention, Prevention Programming, Parenting programs, Youth programming for Children and Youth Ages 6-18 years.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
A Wholistic Approach – (Mind, Body, Emotions and Spirit) DBCFS believe that all aspects of life must be taken into account in arriving at good decisions with children, youth and families. In our work, we will demonstrate respect for children, youth, families, communities, staff, Alternative Care Providers, Elders, traditions and culture.
Rama Community and Family Services
Community and Family Services
Rama Community and Family Services is an advocate of the safety, health and well-being of the Rama community in the body, mind, spirit and emotions; work toward creating awareness for the protection and safety of children.
Supplies emergency food assistance once a month to families and individuals who are in need
To access the Food Bank program please drop into the facility at 95 Dufferin St. during the hours outlined below. We require people to bring a valid ID for yourself and any members of your household that are included in your order. Located at 95 Dufferin St, reach us by phone at 705-327-4273.
Salvation Army Community and Family Services
Located at 157 Coldwater Rd | Contact: 705-326-3284
Services offered through this location include:
St Vincent De Paul
705-326-2849 ext. 232, St. Vincent de Paul – Guardian Angels Conference
115 West St N (Guardian Angels Church)
Drop-in service available:
Tue and Thu 1 pm-3 pm
Early ON Child and Family Centre – Simcoe North – Orillia – Colborne St – Emergency Baby Needs Depot
Community-base program supplies emergency provisions for families in need of baby products * diapers, formula, and baby food. Drop in or contact for service * Adult guardian’s full name and the child’s name as well as birth date is required. 705-325-1299
115 West St North, Guardian Angels Church | 705-325-4143
Order and pay online by the 7th of each month. Pick up: Third Tue of each month 10 am-12 noon
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Bagged lunch program runs Monday to Friday. Pick up between 1130-1230
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store. 75 Queen St, W | 705-329-2265
Order by the first Wednesday of the month. Pick up is the third Wednesday of every month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre – Hunger to Hope Community Cupboard
Hunger to Hope Indigenous Barrie will raise awareness for sustainable food security by identifying the gaps in existing services and increase practical access to good healthy food. By reaching our goal we will achieve and maintain a healthy Indigenous community: Mind, Body, and Spirit.
175 Bayfield Street | Centre Number: 705-721-7689 x225
Provides a grocery hamper once per month to help support food security. Open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 1:00pm to 3:30 pm, and Thursday 4:00pm-7:00pm for food distribution. Visits can be made any morning to pick up bread and extras throughout the month. 42 Anne St, Unit 2 | Phone: 705-725-1818
What you need to bring with you:
NOTE: This information is asked for each time you visit for food assistance. All data provided to us is private and confidential.
Barrie’s Little Food Pantries
A collaboration with local organizations to provide access to food 24/7. Anyone needing food is encouraged to take what they need.
Little Food Pantries can be found at these locations:
Barrie’s Community Fridge
9 Churchill Dr | communityf.barrie@gmail.com
Community Fridge is accessible 24/7 – this is an unsupervised location. If you are in need of food, enter the fridge and take whatever you need. Please make sure the door is closed.
Salvation Army Bayside Mission
16 Bayfield St | 705-728-3737
Provides a nutritious lunch and supper every day of the year. Take-out meals will be available for community members to pick-up for lunch (12 noon-1 pm) and Supper (5 pm-7 pm).
Collier St United Church – Free Breakfast Available
112 Collier St, Barrie | 705-726-1511
Breakfast is served to those in need of food security support between 8am-9am.
Society of St Vincent de Paul
St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church
65 Amelia St, 705-722-0753. Answering Machine. Leave a message 24/7. Calls are answered in the mornings only 4 days per week.
St. John Vianney Church
13 Baldwin Lane, 705-726-8007 Ext 8. Call and leave a message and one of the volunteers will return your call.
Good Food Box – Barrie
Wholesale Fresh Produce Buying Club
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit. Produce boxes are $17/each
Order by the first Wednesday of the month.
Curbside pick-up is the second Wednesday of the month. Pick up hours are 1230-6pm at 284 Cundles Rd, E (Barrie Free Methodist Church)
The Guesthouse Shelter
522 Elizabeth St | 705-527-4111
Free bagged lunch to go 12:30 pm to 1 :30 pm Mon. to Sun. The Guest House will be providing community meals in a red cooler outside the Elizabeth Street location, while quantities last. Call for more information or assistance.
The Salvation Army
Mon, Wed, Fri | 271 Second St | 705-526-2751 – Appointments can be booked by calling 24 hours in advance. The food bank is working normal hours, but must call ahead. A bag of food will be prepared and can be picked up.
Provides emergency food assistance once a month * assistance for clothing, furniture and household goods provided on an emergency basis through the food bank by voucher.
The food bank supports people in need of food security. Proof of income level and identification papers for family members required to register.
* with an appointment: 9:30 am-11 am * food bank does not take walk in’s
* Contact Kim Duquette 705-526-2751 if you are a student or work through the day and cannot use the food bank through regular food bank days for Tuesday evening appointment
St. Margaret’s/St. Vincent de Paul
589 Hugel Ave. Use Church Lane entrance | 705-526-7585
Food bank provides non-perishable foods to families and individuals in need. Register in person – identification (birth certificate) required for all members of the family to be registered.
Food bank hours Tues-Wed 10 to 11:30am.
St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church/ St Vincent DePaul
28 Robert St.W, Penetang | 705-549-2560 - Food bank is by appointment only
Volunteers pack groceries in milk crates for clients to pack in their own bags.
Following COVID 19 protocols, clients will pack the groceries at the door
Must wear a mask to be served
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1:00 to 1:30
Must provide identification of all parties involved, photo id for any adults and a statement of income and expenses.
Georgian Bay Food Network
230 Aberdeen Blvd | 705-812-6500 | Open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11am-4pm
Georgian Bay Food Network is a non-profit, store-front style food bank. We will allow walk-in registrations with proof of ID and the number of members in your household. You can also preregister by filling out the form in this link: registrationform (gbfn.org) .
Good Food Box – Midland
Wendat 237 Second St | 705-526-1305 “0”
Order by the 7th of the month. Pick up is the 4th Tuesday of the month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store
Good Shepard Food Bank
Located at: 52 Wellington Street W, Alliston | Phone Number: 705-435-3255
Please Contact Us To Get Help Now: We do have a process and application form, and an interview will take place. We will expedite your request and get you the support you need after learning about your family circumstances.
Intake forms and more information are available at: www.goodshepherdfoodbankalliston.org
The Good Shepard Foodbank is open:
Georgian College – Barrie Campus – Bldg M – Room M137
Indigenous Education Services
Services include support services (academic, career, personal, and social), Indigenous education programs, liaison services between Georgian College staff and Indigenous communities, organizations and individuals’ information and resources on Indigenous culture and language.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Employment & Training Coordinator
The Apatisiwin Employment, Education & Training program provides opportunities for urban Indigenous people to improve their economic lives through culturally based services in an employment supportive environment.
Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre
Apatisiwin’s Employment Counsellors provide community-based and one-to-one supports and resources and can assist clients to access a range of training, education and skills development opportunities.
Career Developers work in a number of communities to create new job opportunities, engage with small and medium sized businesses, and community partners, and work to match potential employers with people looking for in-demand jobs and careers.
Whether it means going back to school, help to prepare résumés, cover letters, practicing for interviews, on-the-job training, or assistance with the costs of living while clients improve their skills toward a career path, an Apatisiwin Employment Counsellor is available to help.
Funded through Service Canada and the Aboriginal Skills Employment and Training Strategy, Apatisiwin resources can support Employment Insurance recipients, unemployed, underemployed and youth clients.
Urgent Needs Funding, can help with:
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs team of nurses and other health care providers referral to other regional health services.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre -Midland
CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve with the Central Region.
Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team – Clinics in Barrie and Orillia. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples living in Simcoe Muskoka.
Our services support your physical, emotional, spiritual and mental well-being:
Mamaway also supports with Nurse Practitioner health care to Beausoleil First Nations & Chippewas of Rama First Nations in partnership.
Moose Deer Point Health Centre and Nursing Station
Nurse practitioner oversees the daily operations of this nursing station offering the following services:
Services include:
Collaboration with Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin for part time care at the clinic – to support the community with a Nurse Practitioner. Other supportive roles Health Navigation & Health Promotion.
Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital
The Indigenous Patient Navigator provides support to First Nations, Metis and Inuit patients and their families that visit regional hospitals within Simcoe Muskoka.
Services offered:
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations, Muskoka Community Health Hub in collaboration with Cottage Country Family Health Team.
The hubs, facilitated by the District of Muskoka, funded by the province and meant to enhance access to primary care and community programs and services in rural and remote communities in Muskoka over a three-year trial period, employ 10 staff including nurse practitioners.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle – Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
Addictions Counsellor
Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin offers support to Indigenous individuals and families impacted by substance use (including opioid addiction). Referrals can be made for community programs and services that help with addictions, withdrawal and recovery.
MWMS – Mobile Withdrawal Management
Services – The MWMS team work together to provide supports for a client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Our service providers work with their own agencies and community services to ensure clients needs are met as they withdraw from substances (e.g., clients who would like to be connected with a Traditional Healer can be connected through Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin).
A Nurse Practitioner provides medical guidance, prescription and support through the acute withdrawal phase. The NP is also available to address other health related concerns. Our NP is specialized in addictions medicine and works closely with a client’s existing medical team – when applicable – to ensure medical needs are met.
Addiction counsellors, case managers and peer specialists all work together with clients to provide services that align with their personal needs and goals. The different roles bring unique expertise and scopes to the table to create wrap-around services for clients.
Red Road to Recovery
Is a 10 week program that involves the use of the Medicine Wheel teachings, Traditional Teachings and a generic set of 12 principles. Program is designed to explore your purpose, identity, destiny and also the unknown learning about well-being and self-worth along the way.
The Minookmii program
Provides free, culturally based, face-to-face therapy for Indigenous adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and the effects of trauma.
The structured psychotherapy program takes place through individual counselling sessions. Many people will notice a difference after around 6 to 12 sessions. Sometimes, you may work with your therapist to determine if additional sessions will be helpful for you.
Adult Addictions Treatment Beds
This program has been cultivated and with the mutual collaboration between Greenstone and BANAC-
BANAC has been working with GreeneStone Center for Recover to develop a program with public beds at the facility. These beds are specific for Indigenous adults from the region. Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Indigenous Health Outreach
The program provides 1:1 peer counseling and supports to meet the health needs to the community and individuals by way of health promotion, education, and linkages within the Indigenous and mainstream resources. This program works hand in hand with other health services and agencies to deliver assistance and increase Indigenous representation and client access.
Healing & Wellness Program
The program provides services to families and individuals working to end family violence. Services include: crisis intervention, peer counseling, advocacy, referrals to outside agencies and services such as; shelters, drug and alcohol treatment centres, therapeutic counselling services, trauma recovery programs and food banks.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
Mental Health and Addictions Coordinator – Established in association with Casino Rama as a support to people who feel that they need help with gambling issues, as well as those who have concerns about loved ones.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
Our Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions workers provide support services to children, youth and their families experiencing mental health and addictions difficulties. If you are struggling with mental health and/or addictions, our workers offer confidential one-on-one, group or family support meetings.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
The Wahta Healing and Wellness program is designed to facilitate the development of healing and wellness initiatives for the members of Wahta Mohawk Community. Lucia Sahanatien is the program coordinator.
Programs and projects are developed based on the needs and priorities identified by community members. The needs of the community are determined through formal surveys and informal community gatherings.
Being a small community, home visits are the most effective way of communicating with the citizens and obtaining their input on the programs required. We have many community workshops, gatherings, men and women’s group where needs are identified.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
B’saanibamaadsiwin – Indigenous Mental Health Program (Parry Sound)
Our programs are wellness focused which means that we concentrate on your strengths to guide your healing and take a wholistic approach to wellness. We are committed to providing culturally appropriate care plans for individuals and the surrounding First Nation, Inuit and Metis communities.
Some events and activities that are provided by our program are:
Crisis Support
Crisis intervention services available 24/7, including hospital consultation.
Mental Health and Addiction Counselling
Includes assessment, individual counselling, treatment planning and group counselling for mental health and addictions. Services may also include psychiatric consultation.
Ontario Structure Psychotherapy
In collaboration with Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program provides individuals with publicly-funded, evidence-based, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and related approaches to help manage depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
RAAM Counseling
A fast access, low barrier clinic for people 16 years or older struggling with alcohol or opioid use.
Mobile Withdrawal Management
A service to help you withdraw from substances at home, or at the home of a supportive person or at another supportive place in your community.
Day Evening Treatment Program
A 4-week virtual program for individuals who would like support with substance use goals who are 18 and older living in Simcoe County or Muskoka District. It provides skills-based education and opportunities to connect with other individuals
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs
Rama Health Centre – Home & Community Care Program
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Health centre providing family health care and * residential and non residential programs * referrals to other regional health services.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre
The Beausoleil Family Health Centre consists of thirteen staff that works directly out of the Health Centre “Headquarters”, five fantastic staff through the Guiding Lights Seniors Centre, two valuable employees that work out of the Enjimaawnjiding Recreation Centre and finally two radiant staff members that work out of the lower level of the library to provide traditional healing services.
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
The Rama Health Centre provides holistic health services for all community members through the provision of quality health care programs and services.
Services include: Dr. Rachael Sheppard MD, CCFP (available Tuesday pm and Thursday) immunizations chiropody clinic (available Tuesday and Thursday) dietitian (weekly) naturopath (monthly) massage therapist (monthly) prenatal classes.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre
To provide culturally relevant holistic programs and services to equip our communities to achieve optimal health and well-being through awareness, health promotion and illness prevention.
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Health Centre offers a wide range of essential services including Acute Care, Chronic Care, Emergency and Ambulance Services, Health Education, Wellness programs and Community Outreach.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
The Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre is established to provide opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principles of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
BANAC (Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle ) Aging Well programs
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Life Long Care program provides care and services to all ages with physical disabilities, health issues, developmental disabilities, and who are frail and/or elderly. This program assists participants in stabilizing well-being through wholistic short or long term approach; incorporating the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life.
The Aboriginal Health Outreach program provides 1:1 peer counseling and supports to meet the health needs to the community and individuals by way of health promotion, education, and linkages within the Indigenous and mainstream resources. This program works hand in hand with other health services and agencies to deliver assistance and increase Indigenous representation and client access.
The Urban Aboriginal Healthy Living program supports the health and well-being of Indigenous people through fitness, nutrition and smoking cessation.
The Cultural Resource program supports awareness of traditional teachings, planning and cultural knowledge within the Friendship Centre. The coordinator works with Elders and traditional people, with a strong focus on meeting the needs of families. Supports are offered in areas of language, culturally based healing, violence prevention and the well-being of others.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Regional Indigenous Seniors Cultural Program provides culturally relevant support and programming to Indigenous seniors living in their own homes. Provides access to services, assist in keeping seniors in their home longer, and access to traditional ceremonies and teachings by a knowledgeable teacher.
Ska Be Program provides support services to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous seniors and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to achieve a good quality of life that is reflective of our members needs and their culture.
Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre
The Life Long Care Program provides services and care for people of all ages that have physical disabilities, serious health issues, or those who are frail and/or elderly. The goal of the program is to assist program participants in stabilizing their health. Assistance with the coordination of medical appointments, transportation, prevention of isolation through interaction and social activities, referrals and advocacy to access community supports. Services can be provided on a short-term or long-term basis and will be determined through an intake and assessment process.
The Life Long Care Program is able to provide assistance in the following areas:
Medical transportation services, Medical escorts; Referrals to community services and Friendship Centre programs; Preparing forms and applications; Congregate dining services (includes meal and activity); Home visits/Friendly visits; Security checks (in person or over the phone); Caregiver Support services (respite and training); Advocacy with community agencies; Access to cultural activities, traditional foods, ceremonies, Elders and Healers; Assistance with housing issues; Transitioning from ODSP to Old Age Pension; Locating a family doctor; Assist in obtaining medical equipment and supplies.
The Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Program is a community-based program that seeks to strengthen and promote mental health and well-being for urban Indigenous people 16 years of age and up. The program objectives are 1) to improve physical well-being for individuals and families through the promotion of healthy lifestyles, and activities; 2) to improve mental well-being using strengths-based approaches to achieve and maintain a good mind; 3) to support and improve individual and family emotional well-being and the ability to recognize and maintain healthy relationships; and 4) to provide access to cultural knowledge and activities that foster self-respect and identity.
Community Wellness Workers assist clients by helping them identify concerns and then develop action plans to address those concerns. This is achieved by sharing appropriate information with health and social agencies and through community events like crisis intervention workshops, sharing circles, and community outreach events that educate and promote cultural awareness and illness prevention.
Community Wellness Workers also provide participant based services with regards to reducing family violence through fitness and recreation, walking groups, nutrition and foot care clinics, and healthy eating workshops, and Community Gardens.
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to offer the Aging at Home Program. The Program is funded by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. The Program offers support to Indigenous seniors 55 years of age and older by offering in home supports and contracted services to help individuals live safely and independently within their own homes. There are some eligibility criteria that a person must meet in order to be eligible for the Program. This includes having a financial review done and having a medical referral.
The kinds of services available through this Program include:
Nokomis Circle / Senior’s Circle:
BRAWC- Biminaawzogin Regional Aboriginal Women’s Circle
Biminaawzogin Transition Homes
BRAWC operates two residential transition homes in the City of Orillia. The objective of transitional housing is to provide Indigenous women and children with the structure and support they need to address critical issues necessary to maintain permanent housing and achieve self sufficiency. Our sponsor is the Ministry of Housing for this program.
Indigneous Housing First Program
The housing first program is a regional, culturally sensitive direct service strategy that addresses the barriers faced by Indigenous people experiencing homelessness or chronic homelessness through a housing first approach. The program-Bagosenim, meaning “To Have Hope” assists Indigenous people experiencing homelessness into independent and permanent housing providing supports as needed. This program serves: Orillia, Barrie and Midland. The program is in partnership with the Regional Housing First Program delivered through Empower Simcoe. Our sponsor is the Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy through Service Canada.
Indigenous Women’s Education, Training & Employment Transition Program
The Transition Bridging Program serves as a catalyst for change by empowering Indigenous women in a urban setting to make the transition to a learning or employment environment. The program also provides culturally relevant supports. The program concentrates on building self confidence and self esteem through personal growth and development, life skills, job readiness and cultural teachings. Our sponsor is the Poverty Reduction Strategy Office.
Endaad Native Non Profit Homes
Non-profit housing offering 20 units rent-geared-to-income units for families (not single individuals) wait list minimum of 1 year and beyond. Email at endaadhomes@hotmail.com.
Huronia Family Housing Co-Operative
Huronia Family Housing Inc. is a family community providing market rent and rent geared to income housing for members. There are 25 units, with 10 as two bedrooms and 15 as three bedrooms. All members have to apply directly to the office. The Co-op offers in-unit hookups for personal laundry machine and dryers, close to schools, and with many parks and recreation facilities. Our community strives to make Huronia Family Housing Inc. a place to call home rather than just a place to live.
Offers co-operative housing for urban native families * individual housing units are located within Penetanguishene and Midland.
Simcoe Urban Native Housing (SUN Housing)
Mandate is to provide, rent geared to income housing and low-end-of-market housing to First Nations people in the Barrie region. In Barrie – admin@sunhousing.ca – 705-737-3532
Supports and services offered by Housing Resource Centres are by appointment only. Some regions offer drop-in times at specified locations. Please select your region of choice for more information on drop-in time and location in your community. To book an appointment, please call: (705) 739-0485 or email: housingcalls@empowersimcoe.ca
Housing Retention is a Program funded by the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) that aims to prevent or end homelessness by improving access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing and homelessness services for people experiencing homelessness and for people at-risk of homelessness. Every circumstance is unique and is assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine the right combination of interventions/assistance to support success.
Beausoleil Child and Family Services
Daycare, schooling and adult programs. Child Welfare Prevention, Prevention Programming, Parenting programs, Youth programming for Children and Youth Ages 6-18 years.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
A Wholistic Approach – (Mind, Body, Emotions and Spirit) DBCFS believe that all aspects of life must be taken into account in arriving at good decisions with children, youth and families. In our work, we will demonstrate respect for children, youth, families, communities, staff, Alternative Care Providers, Elders, traditions and culture.
Rama Community and Family Services
Community and Family Services
Rama Community and Family Services is an advocate of the safety, health and well-being of the Rama community in the body, mind, spirit and emotions; work toward creating awareness for the protection and safety of children.
Supplies emergency food assistance once a month to families and individuals who are in need
To access the Food Bank program please drop into the facility at 95 Dufferin St. during the hours outlined below. We require people to bring a valid ID for yourself and any members of your household that are included in your order. Located at 95 Dufferin St, reach us by phone at 705-327-4273.
Salvation Army Community and Family Services
Located at 157 Coldwater Rd | Contact: 705-326-3284
Services offered through this location include:
St Vincent De Paul
705-326-2849 ext. 232, St. Vincent de Paul – Guardian Angels Conference
115 West St N (Guardian Angels Church)
Drop-in service available:
Tue and Thu 1 pm-3 pm
Early ON Child and Family Centre – Simcoe North – Orillia – Colborne St – Emergency Baby Needs Depot
Community-base program supplies emergency provisions for families in need of baby products * diapers, formula, and baby food. Drop in or contact for service * Adult guardian’s full name and the child’s name as well as birth date is required. 705-325-1299
115 West St North, Guardian Angels Church | 705-325-4143
Order and pay online by the 7th of each month. Pick up: Third Tue of each month 10 am-12 noon
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Bagged lunch program runs Monday to Friday. Pick up between 1130-1230
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store. 75 Queen St, W | 705-329-2265
Order by the first Wednesday of the month. Pick up is the third Wednesday of every month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre – Hunger to Hope Community Cupboard
Hunger to Hope Indigenous Barrie will raise awareness for sustainable food security by identifying the gaps in existing services and increase practical access to good healthy food. By reaching our goal we will achieve and maintain a healthy Indigenous community: Mind, Body, and Spirit.
175 Bayfield Street | Centre Number: 705-721-7689 x225
Provides a grocery hamper once per month to help support food security. Open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 1:00pm to 3:30 pm, and Thursday 4:00pm-7:00pm for food distribution. Visits can be made any morning to pick up bread and extras throughout the month. 42 Anne St, Unit 2 | Phone: 705-725-1818
What you need to bring with you:
NOTE: This information is asked for each time you visit for food assistance. All data provided to us is private and confidential.
Barrie’s Little Food Pantries
A collaboration with local organizations to provide access to food 24/7. Anyone needing food is encouraged to take what they need.
Little Food Pantries can be found at these locations:
Barrie’s Community Fridge
9 Churchill Dr | communityf.barrie@gmail.com
Community Fridge is accessible 24/7 – this is an unsupervised location. If you are in need of food, enter the fridge and take whatever you need. Please make sure the door is closed.
Salvation Army Bayside Mission
16 Bayfield St | 705-728-3737
Provides a nutritious lunch and supper every day of the year. Take-out meals will be available for community members to pick-up for lunch (12 noon-1 pm) and Supper (5 pm-7 pm).
Collier St United Church – Free Breakfast Available
112 Collier St, Barrie | 705-726-1511
Breakfast is served to those in need of food security support between 8am-9am.
Society of St Vincent de Paul
St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church
65 Amelia St, 705-722-0753. Answering Machine. Leave a message 24/7. Calls are answered in the mornings only 4 days per week.
St. John Vianney Church
13 Baldwin Lane, 705-726-8007 Ext 8. Call and leave a message and one of the volunteers will return your call.
Good Food Box – Barrie
Wholesale Fresh Produce Buying Club
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit. Produce boxes are $17/each
Order by the first Wednesday of the month.
Curbside pick-up is the second Wednesday of the month. Pick up hours are 1230-6pm at 284 Cundles Rd, E (Barrie Free Methodist Church)
The Guesthouse Shelter
522 Elizabeth St | 705-527-4111
Free bagged lunch to go 12:30 pm to 1 :30 pm Mon. to Sun. The Guest House will be providing community meals in a red cooler outside the Elizabeth Street location, while quantities last. Call for more information or assistance.
The Salvation Army
Mon, Wed, Fri | 271 Second St | 705-526-2751 – Appointments can be booked by calling 24 hours in advance. The food bank is working normal hours, but must call ahead. A bag of food will be prepared and can be picked up.
Provides emergency food assistance once a month * assistance for clothing, furniture and household goods provided on an emergency basis through the food bank by voucher.
The food bank supports people in need of food security. Proof of income level and identification papers for family members required to register.
* with an appointment: 9:30 am-11 am * food bank does not take walk in’s
* Contact Kim Duquette 705-526-2751 if you are a student or work through the day and cannot use the food bank through regular food bank days for Tuesday evening appointment
St. Margaret’s/St. Vincent de Paul
589 Hugel Ave. Use Church Lane entrance | 705-526-7585
Food bank provides non-perishable foods to families and individuals in need. Register in person – identification (birth certificate) required for all members of the family to be registered.
Food bank hours Tues-Wed 10 to 11:30am.
St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church/ St Vincent DePaul
28 Robert St.W, Penetang | 705-549-2560 - Food bank is by appointment only
Volunteers pack groceries in milk crates for clients to pack in their own bags.
Following COVID 19 protocols, clients will pack the groceries at the door
Must wear a mask to be served
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1:00 to 1:30
Must provide identification of all parties involved, photo id for any adults and a statement of income and expenses.
Georgian Bay Food Network
230 Aberdeen Blvd | 705-812-6500 | Open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11am-4pm
Georgian Bay Food Network is a non-profit, store-front style food bank. We will allow walk-in registrations with proof of ID and the number of members in your household. You can also preregister by filling out the form in this link: registrationform (gbfn.org) .
Good Food Box – Midland
Wendat 237 Second St | 705-526-1305 “0”
Order by the 7th of the month. Pick up is the 4th Tuesday of the month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store
Good Shepard Food Bank
Located at: 52 Wellington Street W, Alliston | Phone Number: 705-435-3255
Please Contact Us To Get Help Now: We do have a process and application form, and an interview will take place. We will expedite your request and get you the support you need after learning about your family circumstances.
Intake forms and more information are available at: www.goodshepherdfoodbankalliston.org
The Good Shepard Foodbank is open:
Georgian College – Barrie Campus – Bldg M – Room M137
Indigenous Education Services
Services include support services (academic, career, personal, and social), Indigenous education programs, liaison services between Georgian College staff and Indigenous communities, organizations and individuals’ information and resources on Indigenous culture and language.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Employment & Training Coordinator
The Apatisiwin Employment, Education & Training program provides opportunities for urban Indigenous people to improve their economic lives through culturally based services in an employment supportive environment.
Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre
Apatisiwin’s Employment Counsellors provide community-based and one-to-one supports and resources and can assist clients to access a range of training, education and skills development opportunities.
Career Developers work in a number of communities to create new job opportunities, engage with small and medium sized businesses, and community partners, and work to match potential employers with people looking for in-demand jobs and careers.
Whether it means going back to school, help to prepare résumés, cover letters, practicing for interviews, on-the-job training, or assistance with the costs of living while clients improve their skills toward a career path, an Apatisiwin Employment Counsellor is available to help.
Funded through Service Canada and the Aboriginal Skills Employment and Training Strategy, Apatisiwin resources can support Employment Insurance recipients, unemployed, underemployed and youth clients.
Urgent Needs Funding, can help with:
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs team of nurses and other health care providers referral to other regional health services.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre -Midland
CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve with the Central Region.
Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team – Clinics in Barrie and Orillia. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples living in Simcoe Muskoka.
Our services support your physical, emotional, spiritual and mental well-being:
Mamaway also supports with Nurse Practitioner health care to Beausoleil First Nations & Chippewas of Rama First Nations in partnership.
Moose Deer Point Health Centre and Nursing Station
Nurse practitioner oversees the daily operations of this nursing station offering the following services:
Services include:
Collaboration with Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin for part time care at the clinic – to support the community with a Nurse Practitioner. Other supportive roles Health Navigation & Health Promotion.
Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital
The Indigenous Patient Navigator provides support to First Nations, Metis and Inuit patients and their families that visit regional hospitals within Simcoe Muskoka.
Services offered:
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations, Muskoka Community Health Hub in collaboration with Cottage Country Family Health Team.
The hubs, facilitated by the District of Muskoka, funded by the province and meant to enhance access to primary care and community programs and services in rural and remote communities in Muskoka over a three-year trial period, employ 10 staff including nurse practitioners.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle – Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
Addictions Counsellor
Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin offers support to Indigenous individuals and families impacted by substance use (including opioid addiction). Referrals can be made for community programs and services that help with addictions, withdrawal and recovery.
MWMS – Mobile Withdrawal Management
Services – The MWMS team work together to provide supports for a client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Our service providers work with their own agencies and community services to ensure clients needs are met as they withdraw from substances (e.g., clients who would like to be connected with a Traditional Healer can be connected through Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin).
A Nurse Practitioner provides medical guidance, prescription and support through the acute withdrawal phase. The NP is also available to address other health related concerns. Our NP is specialized in addictions medicine and works closely with a client’s existing medical team – when applicable – to ensure medical needs are met.
Addiction counsellors, case managers and peer specialists all work together with clients to provide services that align with their personal needs and goals. The different roles bring unique expertise and scopes to the table to create wrap-around services for clients.
Red Road to Recovery
Is a 10 week program that involves the use of the Medicine Wheel teachings, Traditional Teachings and a generic set of 12 principles. Program is designed to explore your purpose, identity, destiny and also the unknown learning about well-being and self-worth along the way.
The Minookmii program
Provides free, culturally based, face-to-face therapy for Indigenous adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and the effects of trauma.
The structured psychotherapy program takes place through individual counselling sessions. Many people will notice a difference after around 6 to 12 sessions. Sometimes, you may work with your therapist to determine if additional sessions will be helpful for you.
Adult Addictions Treatment Beds
This program has been cultivated and with the mutual collaboration between Greenstone and BANAC-
BANAC has been working with GreeneStone Center for Recover to develop a program with public beds at the facility. These beds are specific for Indigenous adults from the region. Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Indigenous Health Outreach
The program provides 1:1 peer counseling and supports to meet the health needs to the community and individuals by way of health promotion, education, and linkages within the Indigenous and mainstream resources. This program works hand in hand with other health services and agencies to deliver assistance and increase Indigenous representation and client access.
Healing & Wellness Program
The program provides services to families and individuals working to end family violence. Services include: crisis intervention, peer counseling, advocacy, referrals to outside agencies and services such as; shelters, drug and alcohol treatment centres, therapeutic counselling services, trauma recovery programs and food banks.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
Mental Health and Addictions Coordinator – Established in association with Casino Rama as a support to people who feel that they need help with gambling issues, as well as those who have concerns about loved ones.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
Our Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions workers provide support services to children, youth and their families experiencing mental health and addictions difficulties. If you are struggling with mental health and/or addictions, our workers offer confidential one-on-one, group or family support meetings.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
The Wahta Healing and Wellness program is designed to facilitate the development of healing and wellness initiatives for the members of Wahta Mohawk Community. Lucia Sahanatien is the program coordinator.
Programs and projects are developed based on the needs and priorities identified by community members. The needs of the community are determined through formal surveys and informal community gatherings.
Being a small community, home visits are the most effective way of communicating with the citizens and obtaining their input on the programs required. We have many community workshops, gatherings, men and women’s group where needs are identified.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
B’saanibamaadsiwin – Indigenous Mental Health Program (Parry Sound)
Our programs are wellness focused which means that we concentrate on your strengths to guide your healing and take a wholistic approach to wellness. We are committed to providing culturally appropriate care plans for individuals and the surrounding First Nation, Inuit and Metis communities.
Some events and activities that are provided by our program are:
Crisis Support
Crisis intervention services available 24/7, including hospital consultation.
Mental Health and Addiction Counselling
Includes assessment, individual counselling, treatment planning and group counselling for mental health and addictions. Services may also include psychiatric consultation.
Ontario Structure Psychotherapy
In collaboration with Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program provides individuals with publicly-funded, evidence-based, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and related approaches to help manage depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
RAAM Counseling
A fast access, low barrier clinic for people 16 years or older struggling with alcohol or opioid use.
Mobile Withdrawal Management
A service to help you withdraw from substances at home, or at the home of a supportive person or at another supportive place in your community.
Day Evening Treatment Program
A 4-week virtual program for individuals who would like support with substance use goals who are 18 and older living in Simcoe County or Muskoka District. It provides skills-based education and opportunities to connect with other individuals
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs
Rama Health Centre – Home & Community Care Program
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Health centre providing family health care and * residential and non residential programs * referrals to other regional health services.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre
The Beausoleil Family Health Centre consists of thirteen staff that works directly out of the Health Centre “Headquarters”, five fantastic staff through the Guiding Lights Seniors Centre, two valuable employees that work out of the Enjimaawnjiding Recreation Centre and finally two radiant staff members that work out of the lower level of the library to provide traditional healing services.
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
The Rama Health Centre provides holistic health services for all community members through the provision of quality health care programs and services.
Services include: Dr. Rachael Sheppard MD, CCFP (available Tuesday pm and Thursday) immunizations chiropody clinic (available Tuesday and Thursday) dietitian (weekly) naturopath (monthly) massage therapist (monthly) prenatal classes.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre
To provide culturally relevant holistic programs and services to equip our communities to achieve optimal health and well-being through awareness, health promotion and illness prevention.
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
The Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre is established to provide opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principles of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Indigenous Women’s Health Program provides support services to improve the health and wellbeing of urban Indigenous women and their families, with a particular focus on diabetic health needs, chronic illness or disabilities to help them navigate through the health system. The IWHP services the GBNWA and ONWG communities.
Courage for Change Program assists in providing immediate response to women at risk of human trafficking or leaving a situation of trafficking, by providing immediate crisis response and stabilization with transportation to safe housing and access to supports as they require.
Waabano Kwe Program, which in Ojibwe translates to “New Dawn Woman”. This program provides women and children, who are victims of violence or within the child welfare system, with opportunities to identify and establish their knowledge and understanding of what is Bimaadziwin “a good life.”
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association – Family Supports
Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP) provides community, culturally grounded programming and services to improve the health outcomes of Indigenous mothers and their babies (pre-natal to 18 months). Programs are designed to also include fathers and extended family where relevant. CPNP helps support the needs of pregnant women facing challenges that could potentially put their health and the health of their infants at risk.
Shki Binooji Well-Being Program (SBWP) serves Indigenous infants, toddlers and their families through screening and culturally appropriate interventions and follow-up to improve and prevent infant mental health outcomes. This program strives to create opportunities to regain and retain the traditional knowledge that has supported Bimaadziwin (The Good Life) for our people.
Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) is designed to promote the healthy development of children ages 0-6 years and their families. The program provides culturally appropriate support to families in the area of child health and development, positive parenting, promoting and building life skills and providing access to information, resources with an overall goal to promote health and wellbeing of Indigenous Families.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin – I’m a Kind Man Program
The Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin program engages men and youth within Indigenous communities to speak out against all forms of violence towards Indigenous women. The program provides both individual and group support to men and youth towards identifying their role as survivor or perpetrator in relationships of abuse, and create a foundation for awareness and healing. The primary goals of the program are to:
Re-establish traditional roles of Indigenous males:
Orillia Native Women’s Group
The Community Action Program for Children provides parents and children with information on obesity and diabetes complications, teach good nutrition through good eating habits, physical activity, food safety, traditional/cultural foods and healthy child development.
The program will aim to provide traditional teachings and healing methods to address physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being for families and to end social isolation through parent/child relationship building.
The Canada Prenatal and Nutrition Program provides support by strengthening a positive cultural identity through culture awareness and strives to increase the knowledge and awareness of healthy pre and postnatal nutrition for parents and children.
Programming will aim to promote and improve the health of pre and postnatal mothers by encouraging physical activity and play. Mothers will leave with an increased awareness for pre and postnatal mothers about child development and child rearing.
Ambe Tigadaw: Let’s Grow Together is an Indigenous community garden collective created to address food insecurity and build capacity to develop, understand and coordinate local food production for the First Nations, Métis and Inuit community.
The Indigenous Parenting Program will work to discover the most effective ways to help Indigenous parents, children and families get the best start in the early years, promoting positive developmental health outcomes.
This program will look at the needs of the family as a whole and therefore will have the ability to not only address the needs of the children 0-6, it will help address other parental needs that impact healthy child development and that are evident in our communities such as domestic abuse, alcoholism, drug abuse and poverty.
Indigenous families with at least one child who resides in Orillia, Barrie, or Midland are welcome to join this program.
The Breaking Free from Family Violence Support Worker will support Indigenous women in a culturally rooted, holistic way, to assist women in navigating through the complex systems encountered when experiencing violence and involvement in child welfare matters.
The worker will focus on crisis management and stabilization, awareness, and education, planning and goal setting, liaise with service providers and provide conflict resolution support for Indigenous women and their families.
They will build dependable, reliable, and trustworthy relationships with women and mothers, while preserving their dignity and promoting a holistic approach among all service providers. This will help ensure the rights of the mother and child are both upheld.
BRAWC- Biminaawzogin Regional Aboriginal Women’s Circle
Biminaawzogin Transition Homes
BRAWC operates two residential transition homes in the City of Orillia. The objective of transitional housing is to provide Indigenous women and children with the structure and support they need to address critical issues necessary to maintain permanent housing and achieve self sufficiency. Our sponsor is the Ministry of Housing for this program.
Indigneous Housing First Program
The housing first program is a regional, culturally sensitive direct service strategy that addresses the barriers faced by Indigenous people experiencing homelessness or chronic homelessness through a housing first approach. The program-Bagosenim, meaning “To Have Hope” assists Indigenous people experiencing homelessness into independent and permanent housing providing supports as needed. This program serves: Orillia, Barrie and Midland. The program is in partnership with the Regional Housing First Program delivered through Empower Simcoe. Our sponsor is the Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy through Service Canada.
Indigenous Women’s Education, Training & Employment Transition Program
The Transition Bridging Program serves as a catalyst for change by empowering Indigenous women in a urban setting to make the transition to a learning or employment environment. The program also provides culturally relevant supports. The program concentrates on building self confidence and self esteem through personal growth and development, life skills, job readiness and cultural teachings. Our sponsor is the Poverty Reduction Strategy Office.
Endaad Native Non Profit Homes
Non-profit housing offering 20 units rent-geared-to-income units for families (not single individuals) wait list minimum of 1 year and beyond. Email at endaadhomes@hotmail.com.
Huronia Family Housing Co-Operative
Huronia Family Housing Inc. is a family community providing market rent and rent geared to income housing for members. There are 25 units, with 10 as two bedrooms and 15 as three bedrooms. All members have to apply directly to the office. The Co-op offers in-unit hookups for personal laundry machine and dryers, close to schools, and with many parks and recreation facilities. Our community strives to make Huronia Family Housing Inc. a place to call home rather than just a place to live.
Offers co-operative housing for urban native families * individual housing units are located within Penetanguishene and Midland.
Simcoe Urban Native Housing (SUN Housing)
Mandate is to provide, rent geared to income housing and low-end-of-market housing to First Nations people in the Barrie region. In Barrie – admin@sunhousing.ca – 705-737-3532
Supports and services offered by Housing Resource Centres are by appointment only. Some regions offer drop-in times at specified locations. Please select your region of choice for more information on drop-in time and location in your community. To book an appointment, please call: (705) 739-0485 or email: housingcalls@empowersimcoe.ca
Housing Retention is a Program funded by the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) that aims to prevent or end homelessness by improving access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing and homelessness services for people experiencing homelessness and for people at-risk of homelessness. Every circumstance is unique and is assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine the right combination of interventions/assistance to support success.
Beausoleil Child and Family Services
Daycare, schooling and adult programs. Child Welfare Prevention, Prevention Programming, Parenting programs, Youth programming for Children and Youth Ages 6-18 years.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
A Wholistic Approach – (Mind, Body, Emotions and Spirit) DBCFS believe that all aspects of life must be taken into account in arriving at good decisions with children, youth and families. In our work, we will demonstrate respect for children, youth, families, communities, staff, Alternative Care Providers, Elders, traditions and culture.
Rama Community and Family Services
Community and Family Services
Rama Community and Family Services is an advocate of the safety, health and well-being of the Rama community in the body, mind, spirit and emotions; work toward creating awareness for the protection and safety of children.
Supplies emergency food assistance once a month to families and individuals who are in need
To access the Food Bank program please drop into the facility at 95 Dufferin St. during the hours outlined below. We require people to bring a valid ID for yourself and any members of your household that are included in your order. Located at 95 Dufferin St, reach us by phone at 705-327-4273.
Salvation Army Community and Family Services
Located at 157 Coldwater Rd | Contact: 705-326-3284
Services offered through this location include:
St Vincent De Paul
705-326-2849 ext. 232, St. Vincent de Paul – Guardian Angels Conference
115 West St N (Guardian Angels Church)
Drop-in service available:
Tue and Thu 1 pm-3 pm
Early ON Child and Family Centre – Simcoe North – Orillia – Colborne St – Emergency Baby Needs Depot
Community-base program supplies emergency provisions for families in need of baby products * diapers, formula, and baby food. Drop in or contact for service * Adult guardian’s full name and the child’s name as well as birth date is required. 705-325-1299
115 West St North, Guardian Angels Church | 705-325-4143
Order and pay online by the 7th of each month. Pick up: Third Tue of each month 10 am-12 noon
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Bagged lunch program runs Monday to Friday. Pick up between 1130-1230
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store. 75 Queen St, W | 705-329-2265
Order by the first Wednesday of the month. Pick up is the third Wednesday of every month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre – Hunger to Hope Community Cupboard
Hunger to Hope Indigenous Barrie will raise awareness for sustainable food security by identifying the gaps in existing services and increase practical access to good healthy food. By reaching our goal we will achieve and maintain a healthy Indigenous community: Mind, Body, and Spirit.
175 Bayfield Street | Centre Number: 705-721-7689 x225
Provides a grocery hamper once per month to help support food security. Open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 1:00pm to 3:30 pm, and Thursday 4:00pm-7:00pm for food distribution. Visits can be made any morning to pick up bread and extras throughout the month. 42 Anne St, Unit 2 | Phone: 705-725-1818
What you need to bring with you:
NOTE: This information is asked for each time you visit for food assistance. All data provided to us is private and confidential.
Barrie’s Little Food Pantries
A collaboration with local organizations to provide access to food 24/7. Anyone needing food is encouraged to take what they need.
Little Food Pantries can be found at these locations:
Barrie’s Community Fridge
9 Churchill Dr | communityf.barrie@gmail.com
Community Fridge is accessible 24/7 – this is an unsupervised location. If you are in need of food, enter the fridge and take whatever you need. Please make sure the door is closed.
Salvation Army Bayside Mission
16 Bayfield St | 705-728-3737
Provides a nutritious lunch and supper every day of the year. Take-out meals will be available for community members to pick-up for lunch (12 noon-1 pm) and Supper (5 pm-7 pm).
Collier St United Church – Free Breakfast Available
112 Collier St, Barrie | 705-726-1511
Breakfast is served to those in need of food security support between 8am-9am.
Society of St Vincent de Paul
St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church
65 Amelia St, 705-722-0753. Answering Machine. Leave a message 24/7. Calls are answered in the mornings only 4 days per week.
St. John Vianney Church
13 Baldwin Lane, 705-726-8007 Ext 8. Call and leave a message and one of the volunteers will return your call.
Good Food Box – Barrie
Wholesale Fresh Produce Buying Club
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit. Produce boxes are $17/each
Order by the first Wednesday of the month.
Curbside pick-up is the second Wednesday of the month. Pick up hours are 1230-6pm at 284 Cundles Rd, E (Barrie Free Methodist Church)
The Guesthouse Shelter
522 Elizabeth St | 705-527-4111
Free bagged lunch to go 12:30 pm to 1 :30 pm Mon. to Sun. The Guest House will be providing community meals in a red cooler outside the Elizabeth Street location, while quantities last. Call for more information or assistance.
The Salvation Army
Mon, Wed, Fri | 271 Second St | 705-526-2751 – Appointments can be booked by calling 24 hours in advance. The food bank is working normal hours, but must call ahead. A bag of food will be prepared and can be picked up.
Provides emergency food assistance once a month * assistance for clothing, furniture and household goods provided on an emergency basis through the food bank by voucher.
The food bank supports people in need of food security. Proof of income level and identification papers for family members required to register.
* with an appointment: 9:30 am-11 am * food bank does not take walk in’s
* Contact Kim Duquette 705-526-2751 if you are a student or work through the day and cannot use the food bank through regular food bank days for Tuesday evening appointment
St. Margaret’s/St. Vincent de Paul
589 Hugel Ave. Use Church Lane entrance | 705-526-7585
Food bank provides non-perishable foods to families and individuals in need. Register in person – identification (birth certificate) required for all members of the family to be registered.
Food bank hours Tues-Wed 10 to 11:30am.
St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church/ St Vincent DePaul
28 Robert St.W, Penetang | 705-549-2560 - Food bank is by appointment only
Volunteers pack groceries in milk crates for clients to pack in their own bags.
Following COVID 19 protocols, clients will pack the groceries at the door
Must wear a mask to be served
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1:00 to 1:30
Must provide identification of all parties involved, photo id for any adults and a statement of income and expenses.
Georgian Bay Food Network
230 Aberdeen Blvd | 705-812-6500 | Open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11am-4pm
Georgian Bay Food Network is a non-profit, store-front style food bank. We will allow walk-in registrations with proof of ID and the number of members in your household. You can also preregister by filling out the form in this link: registrationform (gbfn.org) .
Good Food Box – Midland
Wendat 237 Second St | 705-526-1305 “0”
Order by the 7th of the month. Pick up is the 4th Tuesday of the month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store
Good Shepard Food Bank
Located at: 52 Wellington Street W, Alliston | Phone Number: 705-435-3255
Please Contact Us To Get Help Now: We do have a process and application form, and an interview will take place. We will expedite your request and get you the support you need after learning about your family circumstances.
Intake forms and more information are available at: www.goodshepherdfoodbankalliston.org
The Good Shepard Foodbank is open:
Georgian College – Barrie Campus – Bldg M – Room M137
Indigenous Education Services
Services include support services (academic, career, personal, and social), Indigenous education programs, liaison services between Georgian College staff and Indigenous communities, organizations and individuals’ information and resources on Indigenous culture and language.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Employment & Training Coordinator
The Apatisiwin Employment, Education & Training program provides opportunities for urban Indigenous people to improve their economic lives through culturally based services in an employment supportive environment.
Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre
Apatisiwin’s Employment Counsellors provide community-based and one-to-one supports and resources and can assist clients to access a range of training, education and skills development opportunities.
Career Developers work in a number of communities to create new job opportunities, engage with small and medium sized businesses, and community partners, and work to match potential employers with people looking for in-demand jobs and careers.
Whether it means going back to school, help to prepare résumés, cover letters, practicing for interviews, on-the-job training, or assistance with the costs of living while clients improve their skills toward a career path, an Apatisiwin Employment Counsellor is available to help.
Funded through Service Canada and the Aboriginal Skills Employment and Training Strategy, Apatisiwin resources can support Employment Insurance recipients, unemployed, underemployed and youth clients.
Urgent Needs Funding, can help with:
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs team of nurses and other health care providers referral to other regional health services.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre -Midland
CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve with the Central Region.
Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team – Clinics in Barrie and Orillia. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples living in Simcoe Muskoka.
Our services support your physical, emotional, spiritual and mental well-being:
Mamaway also supports with Nurse Practitioner health care to Beausoleil First Nations & Chippewas of Rama First Nations in partnership.
Moose Deer Point Health Centre and Nursing Station
Nurse practitioner oversees the daily operations of this nursing station offering the following services:
Services include:
Collaboration with Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin for part time care at the clinic – to support the community with a Nurse Practitioner. Other supportive roles Health Navigation & Health Promotion.
Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital
The Indigenous Patient Navigator provides support to First Nations, Metis and Inuit patients and their families that visit regional hospitals within Simcoe Muskoka.
Services offered:
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations, Muskoka Community Health Hub in collaboration with Cottage Country Family Health Team.
The hubs, facilitated by the District of Muskoka, funded by the province and meant to enhance access to primary care and community programs and services in rural and remote communities in Muskoka over a three-year trial period, employ 10 staff including nurse practitioners.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle – Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
Addictions Counsellor
Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin offers support to Indigenous individuals and families impacted by substance use (including opioid addiction). Referrals can be made for community programs and services that help with addictions, withdrawal and recovery.
MWMS – Mobile Withdrawal Management
Services – The MWMS team work together to provide supports for a client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Our service providers work with their own agencies and community services to ensure clients needs are met as they withdraw from substances (e.g., clients who would like to be connected with a Traditional Healer can be connected through Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin).
A Nurse Practitioner provides medical guidance, prescription and support through the acute withdrawal phase. The NP is also available to address other health related concerns. Our NP is specialized in addictions medicine and works closely with a client’s existing medical team – when applicable – to ensure medical needs are met.
Addiction counsellors, case managers and peer specialists all work together with clients to provide services that align with their personal needs and goals. The different roles bring unique expertise and scopes to the table to create wrap-around services for clients.
Red Road to Recovery
Is a 10 week program that involves the use of the Medicine Wheel teachings, Traditional Teachings and a generic set of 12 principles. Program is designed to explore your purpose, identity, destiny and also the unknown learning about well-being and self-worth along the way.
The Minookmii program
Provides free, culturally based, face-to-face therapy for Indigenous adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and the effects of trauma.
The structured psychotherapy program takes place through individual counselling sessions. Many people will notice a difference after around 6 to 12 sessions. Sometimes, you may work with your therapist to determine if additional sessions will be helpful for you.
Adult Addictions Treatment Beds
This program has been cultivated and with the mutual collaboration between Greenstone and BANAC-
BANAC has been working with GreeneStone Center for Recover to develop a program with public beds at the facility. These beds are specific for Indigenous adults from the region. Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Indigenous Health Outreach
The program provides 1:1 peer counseling and supports to meet the health needs to the community and individuals by way of health promotion, education, and linkages within the Indigenous and mainstream resources. This program works hand in hand with other health services and agencies to deliver assistance and increase Indigenous representation and client access.
Healing & Wellness Program
The program provides services to families and individuals working to end family violence. Services include: crisis intervention, peer counseling, advocacy, referrals to outside agencies and services such as; shelters, drug and alcohol treatment centres, therapeutic counselling services, trauma recovery programs and food banks.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
Mental Health and Addictions Coordinator – Established in association with Casino Rama as a support to people who feel that they need help with gambling issues, as well as those who have concerns about loved ones.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
Our Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions workers provide support services to children, youth and their families experiencing mental health and addictions difficulties. If you are struggling with mental health and/or addictions, our workers offer confidential one-on-one, group or family support meetings.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
The Wahta Healing and Wellness program is designed to facilitate the development of healing and wellness initiatives for the members of Wahta Mohawk Community. Lucia Sahanatien is the program coordinator.
Programs and projects are developed based on the needs and priorities identified by community members. The needs of the community are determined through formal surveys and informal community gatherings.
Being a small community, home visits are the most effective way of communicating with the citizens and obtaining their input on the programs required. We have many community workshops, gatherings, men and women’s group where needs are identified.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
B’saanibamaadsiwin – Indigenous Mental Health Program (Parry Sound)
Our programs are wellness focused which means that we concentrate on your strengths to guide your healing and take a wholistic approach to wellness. We are committed to providing culturally appropriate care plans for individuals and the surrounding First Nation, Inuit and Metis communities.
Some events and activities that are provided by our program are:
Crisis Support
Crisis intervention services available 24/7, including hospital consultation.
Mental Health and Addiction Counselling
Includes assessment, individual counselling, treatment planning and group counselling for mental health and addictions. Services may also include psychiatric consultation.
Ontario Structure Psychotherapy
In collaboration with Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program provides individuals with publicly-funded, evidence-based, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and related approaches to help manage depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
RAAM Counseling
A fast access, low barrier clinic for people 16 years or older struggling with alcohol or opioid use.
Mobile Withdrawal Management
A service to help you withdraw from substances at home, or at the home of a supportive person or at another supportive place in your community.
Day Evening Treatment Program
A 4-week virtual program for individuals who would like support with substance use goals who are 18 and older living in Simcoe County or Muskoka District. It provides skills-based education and opportunities to connect with other individuals
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs
Rama Health Centre – Home & Community Care Program
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Health centre providing family health care and * residential and non residential programs * referrals to other regional health services.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre
The Beausoleil Family Health Centre consists of thirteen staff that works directly out of the Health Centre “Headquarters”, five fantastic staff through the Guiding Lights Seniors Centre, two valuable employees that work out of the Enjimaawnjiding Recreation Centre and finally two radiant staff members that work out of the lower level of the library to provide traditional healing services.
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
The Rama Health Centre provides holistic health services for all community members through the provision of quality health care programs and services.
Services include: Dr. Rachael Sheppard MD, CCFP (available Tuesday pm and Thursday) immunizations chiropody clinic (available Tuesday and Thursday) dietitian (weekly) naturopath (monthly) massage therapist (monthly) prenatal classes.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre
To provide culturally relevant holistic programs and services to equip our communities to achieve optimal health and well-being through awareness, health promotion and illness prevention.
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Health Centre offers a wide range of essential services including Acute Care, Chronic Care, Emergency and Ambulance Services, Health Education, Wellness programs and Community Outreach.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
The Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre is established to provide opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principles of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Indigenous Women’s Health Program provides support services to improve the health and wellbeing of urban Indigenous women and their families, with a particular focus on diabetic health needs, chronic illness or disabilities to help them navigate through the health system. The IWHP services the GBNWA and ONWG communities.
Courage for Change Program assists in providing immediate response to women at risk of human trafficking or leaving a situation of trafficking, by providing immediate crisis response and stabilization with transportation to safe housing and access to supports as they require.
Waabano Kwe Program, which in Ojibwe translates to “New Dawn Woman”. This program provides women and children, who are victims of violence or within the child welfare system, with opportunities to identify and establish their knowledge and understanding of what is Bimaadziwin “a good life.”
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin – I’m a Kind Man Program
The Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin program engages men and youth within Indigenous communities to speak out against all forms of violence towards Indigenous women. The program provides both individual and group support to men and youth towards identifying their role as survivor or perpetrator in relationships of abuse, and create a foundation for awareness and healing. The primary goals of the program are to:
Re-establish traditional roles of Indigenous males:
Orillia Native Women’s Group
The Community Action Program for Children provides parents and children with information on obesity and diabetes complications, teach good nutrition through good eating habits, physical activity, food safety, traditional/cultural foods and healthy child development.
The program will aim to provide traditional teachings and healing methods to address physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being for families and to end social isolation through parent/child relationship building.
The Canada Prenatal and Nutrition Program provides support by strengthening a positive cultural identity through culture awareness and strives to increase the knowledge and awareness of healthy pre and postnatal nutrition for parents and children.
Programming will aim to promote and improve the health of pre and postnatal mothers by encouraging physical activity and play. Mothers will leave with an increased awareness for pre and postnatal mothers about child development and child rearing.
Ambe Tigadaw: Let’s Grow Together is an Indigenous community garden collective created to address food insecurity and build capacity to develop, understand and coordinate local food production for the First Nations, Métis and Inuit community.
The Indigenous Parenting Program will work to discover the most effective ways to help Indigenous parents, children and families get the best start in the early years, promoting positive developmental health outcomes.
This program will look at the needs of the family as a whole and therefore will have the ability to not only address the needs of the children 0-6, it will help address other parental needs that impact healthy child development and that are evident in our communities such as domestic abuse, alcoholism, drug abuse and poverty.
Indigenous families with at least one child who resides in Orillia, Barrie, or Midland are welcome to join this program.
The Breaking Free from Family Violence Support Worker will support Indigenous women in a culturally rooted, holistic way, to assist women in navigating through the complex systems encountered when experiencing violence and involvement in child welfare matters.
The worker will focus on crisis management and stabilization, awareness, and education, planning and goal setting, liaise with service providers and provide conflict resolution support for Indigenous women and their families.
They will build dependable, reliable, and trustworthy relationships with women and mothers, while preserving their dignity and promoting a holistic approach among all service providers. This will help ensure the rights of the mother and child are both upheld.
Indigenous Supportive Housing Program
Assisted eligible families with navigating services and programs for preventing housing loss and homelessness and COVID isolation assistance. This program also manages the GBNWA Housing Program that provides housing for Indigenous women and their children who are struggling to build new, healthy, more economically independent lives free from violence and substance abuse for themselves and their children.
BRAWC- Biminaawzogin Regional Aboriginal Women’s Circle
Biminaawzogin Transition Homes
BRAWC operates two residential transition homes in the City of Orillia. The objective of transitional housing is to provide Indigenous women and children with the structure and support they need to address critical issues necessary to maintain permanent housing and achieve self sufficiency. Our sponsor is the Ministry of Housing for this program.
Indigneous Housing First Program
The housing first program is a regional, culturally sensitive direct service strategy that addresses the barriers faced by Indigenous people experiencing homelessness or chronic homelessness through a housing first approach. The program-Bagosenim, meaning “To Have Hope” assists Indigenous people experiencing homelessness into independent and permanent housing providing supports as needed. This program serves: Orillia, Barrie and Midland. The program is in partnership with the Regional Housing First Program delivered through Empower Simcoe. Our sponsor is the Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy through Service Canada.
Indigenous Women’s Education, Training & Employment Transition Program
The Transition Bridging Program serves as a catalyst for change by empowering Indigenous women in a urban setting to make the transition to a learning or employment environment. The program also provides culturally relevant supports. The program concentrates on building self confidence and self esteem through personal growth and development, life skills, job readiness and cultural teachings. Our sponsor is the Poverty Reduction Strategy Office.
Endaad Native Non Profit Homes
Non-profit housing offering 20 units rent-geared-to-income units for families (not single individuals) wait list minimum of 1 year and beyond. Email at endaadhomes@hotmail.com.
Huronia Family Housing Co-Operative
Huronia Family Housing Inc. is a family community providing market rent and rent geared to income housing for members. There are 25 units, with 10 as two bedrooms and 15 as three bedrooms. All members have to apply directly to the office. The Co-op offers in-unit hookups for personal laundry machine and dryers, close to schools, and with many parks and recreation facilities. Our community strives to make Huronia Family Housing Inc. a place to call home rather than just a place to live.
Offers co-operative housing for urban native families * individual housing units are located within Penetanguishene and Midland.
Simcoe Urban Native Housing (SUN Housing)
Mandate is to provide, rent geared to income housing and low-end-of-market housing to First Nations people in the Barrie region. In Barrie – admin@sunhousing.ca – 705-737-3532
Supports and services offered by Housing Resource Centres are by appointment only. Some regions offer drop-in times at specified locations. Please select your region of choice for more information on drop-in time and location in your community. To book an appointment, please call: (705) 739-0485 or email: housingcalls@empowersimcoe.ca
Housing Retention is a Program funded by the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) that aims to prevent or end homelessness by improving access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing and homelessness services for people experiencing homelessness and for people at-risk of homelessness. Every circumstance is unique and is assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine the right combination of interventions/assistance to support success.
Beausoleil Child and Family Services
Daycare, schooling and adult programs. Child Welfare Prevention, Prevention Programming, Parenting programs, Youth programming for Children and Youth Ages 6-18 years.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
A Wholistic Approach – (Mind, Body, Emotions and Spirit) DBCFS believe that all aspects of life must be taken into account in arriving at good decisions with children, youth and families. In our work, we will demonstrate respect for children, youth, families, communities, staff, Alternative Care Providers, Elders, traditions and culture.
Rama Community and Family Services
Community and Family Services
Rama Community and Family Services is an advocate of the safety, health and well-being of the Rama community in the body, mind, spirit and emotions; work toward creating awareness for the protection and safety of children.
Supplies emergency food assistance once a month to families and individuals who are in need
To access the Food Bank program please drop into the facility at 95 Dufferin St. during the hours outlined below. We require people to bring a valid ID for yourself and any members of your household that are included in your order. Located at 95 Dufferin St, reach us by phone at 705-327-4273.
Salvation Army Community and Family Services
Located at 157 Coldwater Rd | Contact: 705-326-3284
Services offered through this location include:
St Vincent De Paul
705-326-2849 ext. 232, St. Vincent de Paul – Guardian Angels Conference
115 West St N (Guardian Angels Church)
Drop-in service available:
Tue and Thu 1 pm-3 pm
Early ON Child and Family Centre – Simcoe North – Orillia – Colborne St – Emergency Baby Needs Depot
Community-base program supplies emergency provisions for families in need of baby products * diapers, formula, and baby food. Drop in or contact for service * Adult guardian’s full name and the child’s name as well as birth date is required. 705-325-1299
115 West St North, Guardian Angels Church | 705-325-4143
Order and pay online by the 7th of each month. Pick up: Third Tue of each month 10 am-12 noon
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Bagged lunch program runs Monday to Friday. Pick up between 1130-1230
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store. 75 Queen St, W | 705-329-2265
Order by the first Wednesday of the month. Pick up is the third Wednesday of every month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre – Hunger to Hope Community Cupboard
Hunger to Hope Indigenous Barrie will raise awareness for sustainable food security by identifying the gaps in existing services and increase practical access to good healthy food. By reaching our goal we will achieve and maintain a healthy Indigenous community: Mind, Body, and Spirit.
175 Bayfield Street | Centre Number: 705-721-7689 x225
Provides a grocery hamper once per month to help support food security. Open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 1:00pm to 3:30 pm, and Thursday 4:00pm-7:00pm for food distribution. Visits can be made any morning to pick up bread and extras throughout the month. 42 Anne St, Unit 2 | Phone: 705-725-1818
What you need to bring with you:
NOTE: This information is asked for each time you visit for food assistance. All data provided to us is private and confidential.
Barrie’s Little Food Pantries
A collaboration with local organizations to provide access to food 24/7. Anyone needing food is encouraged to take what they need.
Little Food Pantries can be found at these locations:
Barrie’s Community Fridge
9 Churchill Dr | communityf.barrie@gmail.com
Community Fridge is accessible 24/7 – this is an unsupervised location. If you are in need of food, enter the fridge and take whatever you need. Please make sure the door is closed.
Salvation Army Bayside Mission
16 Bayfield St | 705-728-3737
Provides a nutritious lunch and supper every day of the year. Take-out meals will be available for community members to pick-up for lunch (12 noon-1 pm) and Supper (5 pm-7 pm).
Collier St United Church – Free Breakfast Available
112 Collier St, Barrie | 705-726-1511
Breakfast is served to those in need of food security support between 8am-9am.
Society of St Vincent de Paul
St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church
65 Amelia St, 705-722-0753. Answering Machine. Leave a message 24/7. Calls are answered in the mornings only 4 days per week.
St. John Vianney Church
13 Baldwin Lane, 705-726-8007 Ext 8. Call and leave a message and one of the volunteers will return your call.
Good Food Box – Barrie
Wholesale Fresh Produce Buying Club
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit. Produce boxes are $17/each
Order by the first Wednesday of the month.
Curbside pick-up is the second Wednesday of the month. Pick up hours are 1230-6pm at 284 Cundles Rd, E (Barrie Free Methodist Church)
The Guesthouse Shelter
522 Elizabeth St | 705-527-4111
Free bagged lunch to go 12:30 pm to 1 :30 pm Mon. to Sun. The Guest House will be providing community meals in a red cooler outside the Elizabeth Street location, while quantities last. Call for more information or assistance.
The Salvation Army
Mon, Wed, Fri | 271 Second St | 705-526-2751 – Appointments can be booked by calling 24 hours in advance. The food bank is working normal hours, but must call ahead. A bag of food will be prepared and can be picked up.
Provides emergency food assistance once a month * assistance for clothing, furniture and household goods provided on an emergency basis through the food bank by voucher.
The food bank supports people in need of food security. Proof of income level and identification papers for family members required to register.
* with an appointment: 9:30 am-11 am * food bank does not take walk in’s
* Contact Kim Duquette 705-526-2751 if you are a student or work through the day and cannot use the food bank through regular food bank days for Tuesday evening appointment
St. Margaret’s/St. Vincent de Paul
589 Hugel Ave. Use Church Lane entrance | 705-526-7585
Food bank provides non-perishable foods to families and individuals in need. Register in person – identification (birth certificate) required for all members of the family to be registered.
Food bank hours Tues-Wed 10 to 11:30am.
St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church/ St Vincent DePaul
28 Robert St.W, Penetang | 705-549-2560 - Food bank is by appointment only
Volunteers pack groceries in milk crates for clients to pack in their own bags.
Following COVID 19 protocols, clients will pack the groceries at the door
Must wear a mask to be served
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1:00 to 1:30
Must provide identification of all parties involved, photo id for any adults and a statement of income and expenses.
Georgian Bay Food Network
230 Aberdeen Blvd | 705-812-6500 | Open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11am-4pm
Georgian Bay Food Network is a non-profit, store-front style food bank. We will allow walk-in registrations with proof of ID and the number of members in your household. You can also preregister by filling out the form in this link: registrationform (gbfn.org) .
Good Food Box – Midland
Wendat 237 Second St | 705-526-1305 “0”
Order by the 7th of the month. Pick up is the 4th Tuesday of the month.
Contents will vary by month. Whenever possible, the supplier will provide local, seasonal fruit and vegetables. Typically, there are 8 – 10 items in a box, the produce is packed in bags, the potatoes are 10lb bags and the produce in the bag is around this weight as well.
Boxes always have the basics: Potatoes, onions, carrots, and apples, plus a variety of 4 or 5 other vegetables and fruit.
The Good Food Box Costs $19/month, however you get about twice as much produce as you would for $19 at a grocery Store
Good Shepard Food Bank
Located at: 52 Wellington Street W, Alliston | Phone Number: 705-435-3255
Please Contact Us To Get Help Now: We do have a process and application form, and an interview will take place. We will expedite your request and get you the support you need after learning about your family circumstances.
Intake forms and more information are available at: www.goodshepherdfoodbankalliston.org
The Good Shepard Foodbank is open:
Georgian College – Barrie Campus – Bldg M – Room M137
Indigenous Education Services
Services include support services (academic, career, personal, and social), Indigenous education programs, liaison services between Georgian College staff and Indigenous communities, organizations and individuals’ information and resources on Indigenous culture and language.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Employment & Training Coordinator
The Apatisiwin Employment, Education & Training program provides opportunities for urban Indigenous people to improve their economic lives through culturally based services in an employment supportive environment.
Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre
Apatisiwin’s Employment Counsellors provide community-based and one-to-one supports and resources and can assist clients to access a range of training, education and skills development opportunities.
Career Developers work in a number of communities to create new job opportunities, engage with small and medium sized businesses, and community partners, and work to match potential employers with people looking for in-demand jobs and careers.
Whether it means going back to school, help to prepare résumés, cover letters, practicing for interviews, on-the-job training, or assistance with the costs of living while clients improve their skills toward a career path, an Apatisiwin Employment Counsellor is available to help.
Funded through Service Canada and the Aboriginal Skills Employment and Training Strategy, Apatisiwin resources can support Employment Insurance recipients, unemployed, underemployed and youth clients.
Urgent Needs Funding, can help with:
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs team of nurses and other health care providers referral to other regional health services.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre -Midland
CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve with the Central Region.
Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team – Clinics in Barrie and Orillia. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples living in Simcoe Muskoka.
Our services support your physical, emotional, spiritual and mental well-being:
Mamaway also supports with Nurse Practitioner health care to Beausoleil First Nations & Chippewas of Rama First Nations in partnership.
Moose Deer Point Health Centre and Nursing Station
Nurse practitioner oversees the daily operations of this nursing station offering the following services:
Services include:
Collaboration with Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin for part time care at the clinic – to support the community with a Nurse Practitioner. Other supportive roles Health Navigation & Health Promotion.
Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital
The Indigenous Patient Navigator provides support to First Nations, Metis and Inuit patients and their families that visit regional hospitals within Simcoe Muskoka.
Services offered:
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations, Muskoka Community Health Hub in collaboration with Cottage Country Family Health Team.
The hubs, facilitated by the District of Muskoka, funded by the province and meant to enhance access to primary care and community programs and services in rural and remote communities in Muskoka over a three-year trial period, employ 10 staff including nurse practitioners.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle – Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin
Addictions Counsellor
Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin offers support to Indigenous individuals and families impacted by substance use (including opioid addiction). Referrals can be made for community programs and services that help with addictions, withdrawal and recovery.
MWMS – Mobile Withdrawal Management
Services – The MWMS team work together to provide supports for a client’s physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Our service providers work with their own agencies and community services to ensure clients needs are met as they withdraw from substances (e.g., clients who would like to be connected with a Traditional Healer can be connected through Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin).
A Nurse Practitioner provides medical guidance, prescription and support through the acute withdrawal phase. The NP is also available to address other health related concerns. Our NP is specialized in addictions medicine and works closely with a client’s existing medical team – when applicable – to ensure medical needs are met.
Addiction counsellors, case managers and peer specialists all work together with clients to provide services that align with their personal needs and goals. The different roles bring unique expertise and scopes to the table to create wrap-around services for clients.
Red Road to Recovery
Is a 10 week program that involves the use of the Medicine Wheel teachings, Traditional Teachings and a generic set of 12 principles. Program is designed to explore your purpose, identity, destiny and also the unknown learning about well-being and self-worth along the way.
The Minookmii program
Provides free, culturally based, face-to-face therapy for Indigenous adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and the effects of trauma.
The structured psychotherapy program takes place through individual counselling sessions. Many people will notice a difference after around 6 to 12 sessions. Sometimes, you may work with your therapist to determine if additional sessions will be helpful for you.
Adult Addictions Treatment Beds
This program has been cultivated and with the mutual collaboration between Greenstone and BANAC-
BANAC has been working with GreeneStone Center for Recover to develop a program with public beds at the facility. These beds are specific for Indigenous adults from the region. Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Indigenous Health Outreach
The program provides 1:1 peer counseling and supports to meet the health needs to the community and individuals by way of health promotion, education, and linkages within the Indigenous and mainstream resources. This program works hand in hand with other health services and agencies to deliver assistance and increase Indigenous representation and client access.
Healing & Wellness Program
The program provides services to families and individuals working to end family violence. Services include: crisis intervention, peer counseling, advocacy, referrals to outside agencies and services such as; shelters, drug and alcohol treatment centres, therapeutic counselling services, trauma recovery programs and food banks.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
Mental Health and Addictions Coordinator – Established in association with Casino Rama as a support to people who feel that they need help with gambling issues, as well as those who have concerns about loved ones.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services
Our Child & Youth Mental Health and Addictions workers provide support services to children, youth and their families experiencing mental health and addictions difficulties. If you are struggling with mental health and/or addictions, our workers offer confidential one-on-one, group or family support meetings.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Providing opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principals of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
The Wahta Healing and Wellness program is designed to facilitate the development of healing and wellness initiatives for the members of Wahta Mohawk Community. Lucia Sahanatien is the program coordinator.
Programs and projects are developed based on the needs and priorities identified by community members. The needs of the community are determined through formal surveys and informal community gatherings.
Being a small community, home visits are the most effective way of communicating with the citizens and obtaining their input on the programs required. We have many community workshops, gatherings, men and women’s group where needs are identified.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
B’saanibamaadsiwin – Indigenous Mental Health Program (Parry Sound)
Our programs are wellness focused which means that we concentrate on your strengths to guide your healing and take a wholistic approach to wellness. We are committed to providing culturally appropriate care plans for individuals and the surrounding First Nation, Inuit and Metis communities.
Some events and activities that are provided by our program are:
Crisis Support
Crisis intervention services available 24/7, including hospital consultation.
Mental Health and Addiction Counselling
Includes assessment, individual counselling, treatment planning and group counselling for mental health and addictions. Services may also include psychiatric consultation.
Ontario Structure Psychotherapy
In collaboration with Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program provides individuals with publicly-funded, evidence-based, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and related approaches to help manage depression, anxiety, and anxiety-related conditions
RAAM Counseling
A fast access, low barrier clinic for people 16 years or older struggling with alcohol or opioid use.
Mobile Withdrawal Management
A service to help you withdraw from substances at home, or at the home of a supportive person or at another supportive place in your community.
Day Evening Treatment Program
A 4-week virtual program for individuals who would like support with substance use goals who are 18 and older living in Simcoe County or Muskoka District. It provides skills-based education and opportunities to connect with other individuals
Beausoleil Family Health Centre – Christian Island – Mkade Kegwin Miikan
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs
Rama Health Centre – Home & Community Care Program
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre – Midland
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Wahta Mohawk First Nation – Health Services Department
Health services department for Wahta Mohawk First Nations.
Parry Sound Health Centre – First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
The Parry Sound Health Centre (PSHC) provides culturally appropriate health services in five First Nations (FN) communities: Magnetawan FN, Shawanaga FN, Wasauksing FN, Moose Deer Pt. FN and Wahta Mohawk Territory.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
Health centre providing family health care and * residential and non residential programs * referrals to other regional health services.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle – Central Region
Programs and services focusing on the education, prevention, and management of diabetes in Indigenous communities, both on and off-reserve.
Beausoleil Family Health Centre
The Beausoleil Family Health Centre consists of thirteen staff that works directly out of the Health Centre “Headquarters”, five fantastic staff through the Guiding Lights Seniors Centre, two valuable employees that work out of the Enjimaawnjiding Recreation Centre and finally two radiant staff members that work out of the lower level of the library to provide traditional healing services.
Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other health care providers * referral to other regional health services.
The Rama Health Centre provides holistic health services for all community members through the provision of quality health care programs and services.
Services include: Dr. Rachael Sheppard MD, CCFP (available Tuesday pm and Thursday) immunizations chiropody clinic (available Tuesday and Thursday) dietitian (weekly) naturopath (monthly) massage therapist (monthly) prenatal classes.
Centre de santé communautaire CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre
To provide culturally relevant holistic programs and services to equip our communities to achieve optimal health and well-being through awareness, health promotion and illness prevention.
The CHIGAMIK Community Health Centre offers primary health care to registered clients, including the services of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, community health workers, health promoters, physiotherapists, and mental health and addictions counsellors.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre
The Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre is established to provide opportunities for holistic healing and learning based on the principles of Indigenous culture, to individuals and families in a safe environment in order to foster healthy, balanced communities and nations.
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Akwe:Go program provides 1:1 support and group activities for children between 7 to 12 to improve the quality of life through culturally appropriate programs, services, supports, and tools, and the guidance to make healthier choices.
The Wasa Nabin program provides 1:1 support and group activities to youth ages 13 to 18, offering tools and healthy activities to build their abilities in order to improve quality of life. Supports include: general social activities, youth-in-care, healthy eating & physical development, education, justice intervention, and violence prevention.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Youth Red Road Program is for youth who have experienced violence or abusive relationships. Participants will benefit in the Red Road for Children and Youth program.
Chippewas of Rama First Nation School Health Program
Includes immunization, vision and hearing screening, education and prevention programs and individual consultation.
Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre – Outreach
The Miikanaake Court diversion Program
Provides court diversion for Indigenous youth and adults who are pre or post charge. Common diverted charges include: assault, domestic violence and theft. The Court Diversion Program uses Indigenous teachings and holistic approaches to support rehabilitation. This program implements a range of restorative processes to reduce future contact with the criminal justice system.
Indigenous Youth Attendance and Reintegration Program
The Attendance Program is for Indigenous youth ages 12-17 years old. Youth must currently be on a probation order. The Attendance Program provides counselling and support to help reduce the risk of future involvement in the youth criminal justice system. This program works in partnership with Probation Officers and can provide support to youth in office, at the youth’s school or in the community.
Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin – I’m a Kind Man Program
The Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin program engages men and youth within Indigenous communities to speak out against all forms of violence towards Indigenous women. The program provides both individual and group support to men and youth towards identifying their role as survivor or perpetrator in relationships of abuse, and create a foundation for awareness and healing. The primary goals of the program are to:
Re-establish traditional roles of Indigenous males.
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle
The Bebminot (meaning Protector of Children) Family Wellness Program strives to improve the health and well-being of families within Simcoe County and the Muskoka Regions by supplying tools and resources to strengthen relationships of the families among community, agencies and organizations.
We offer emergency services, resources and referrals to our families. This program is funded by the County of Simcoe. Maapii Enjii Zaagi Gaazwad is an Ojibway phrase which translates to – A place where they are looked after, Loved, and taken care of. This program will:
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Aboriginal Healthy Babies, Healthy Children program offers Indigenous culturally based supports to Indigenous families. This program works with families and their children with physical, mental, emotional and social issues including prenatal support and supports for children ages 0 to 6.
The Aboriginal Family Support program supports families with children ages 0 to 6. Focusing on improving the wholistic health and well-being of families by fostering Indigenous culture through healthy eating, play, language, games and positive peer interactions for parents and children.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Kina Endaaying offers pre-kindergarten readiness support to children by building on social skills, speech and language, fine and gross motor skills. The program strives to offer many supports that are individual to family needs.
Métis Healthy Babies/Healthy Children Program offers preparation for parenting and pre-natal and post-natal care. The goal is to assist all Indigenous families in providing an environment for the healthy development of children through home visits, service coordination, and referrals. The Program which provides support for children at risk is voluntary and open to any Indigenous family who requests the service.
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to offer the Métis Family Wellbeing (MFWB) Program. The Program is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and aims to prevent and disrupt the cycle of violence in Métis families though supportive, preventative, and educational activities for children and youth ages 0 – 18 and their families.
The Program is there to provide a variety of family specific programming to help address the needs of Métis families who are working to heal from violence, have children who are in the care of family services, or have youth who are involved in the justice system. Through the Program, MFWB Coordinators work to develop individual and family wellness plans which are specific to the unique needs of each person
Chippewas of Rama First Nation
Immunization and Communicable Disease Program
Routine immunization for children and adults. Flu clinics in the fall. Follow up of reportable communicable diseases.
School Health Program
Includes immunization, vision and hearing screening, education and prevention programs and individual consultation.
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle
The Bebminot (meaning Protector of Children) Family Wellness Program strives to improve the health and well-being of families within Simcoe County and the Muskoka Regions by supplying tools and resources to strengthen relationships of the families among community, agencies and organizations.
We offer emergency services, resources and referrals to our families. This program is funded by the County of Simcoe. Maapii Enjii Zaagi Gaazwad is an Ojibway phrase which translates to – A place where they are looked after, Loved, and taken care of. This program will:
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Aboriginal Healthy Babies, Healthy Children program offers Indigenous culturally based supports to Indigenous families. This program works with families and their children with physical, mental, emotional and social issues including prenatal support and supports for children ages 0 to 6.
The Aboriginal Family Support program supports families with children ages 0 to 6. Focusing on improving the wholistic health and well-being of families by fostering Indigenous culture through healthy eating, play, language, games and positive peer interactions for parents and children.
Child Care – Biinoojinsauk Child Care Centre – BANAC
Child Care goals in meeting and supporting the childcare needs of Indigenous families are:
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Kina Endaaying offers pre-kindergarten readiness support to children by building on social skills, speech and language, fine and gross motor skills. The program strives to offer many supports that are individual to family needs.
Métis Healthy Babies/Healthy Children Program offers preparation for parenting and pre-natal and post-natal care. The goal is to assist all Indigenous families in providing an environment for the healthy development of children through home visits, service coordination, and referrals. The Program which provides support for children at risk is voluntary and open to any Indigenous family who requests the service.
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to offer the Métis Family Wellbeing (MFWB) Program. The Program is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and aims to prevent and disrupt the cycle of violence in Métis families though supportive, preventative, and educational activities for children and youth ages 0 – 18 and their families.
The Program is there to provide a variety of family specific programming to help address the needs of Métis families who are working to heal from violence, have children who are in the care of family services, or have youth who are involved in the justice system. Through the Program, MFWB Coordinators work to develop individual and family wellness plans which are specific to the unique needs of each person
Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle
The Bebminot (meaning Protector of Children) Family Wellness Program strives to improve the health and well-being of families within Simcoe County and the Muskoka Regions by supplying tools and resources to strengthen relationships of the families among community, agencies and organizations.
We offer emergency services, resources and referrals to our families. This program is funded by the County of Simcoe. Maapii Enjii Zaagi Gaazwad is an Ojibway phrase which translates to – A place where they are looked after, Loved, and taken care of. This program will:
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Aboriginal Healthy Babies, Healthy Children program offers Indigenous culturally based supports to Indigenous families. This program works with families and their children with physical, mental, emotional and social issues including prenatal support and supports for children ages 0 to 6.
The Aboriginal Family Support program supports families with children ages 0 to 6. Focusing on improving the wholistic health and well-being of families by fostering Indigenous culture through healthy eating, play, language, games and positive peer interactions for parents and children.
Georgian Bay Native Womens Association
Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP) provides community, culturally grounded programming and services to improve the health outcomes of Indigenous mothers and their babies (pre-natal to 18 months). Programs are designed to also include fathers and extended family where relevant. CPNP helps support the needs of pregnant women facing challenges that could potentially put their health and the health of their infants at risk.
Shki Binooji Well-Being Program (SBWP) serves Indigenous infants, toddlers and their families through screening and culturally appropriate interventions and follow-up to improve and prevent infant mental health outcomes. This program strives to create opportunities to regain and retain the traditional knowledge that has supported Bimaadziwin (The Good Life) for our people.
Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) is designed to promote the healthy development of children ages 0-6 years and their families. The program provides culturally appropriate support to families in the area of child health and development, positive parenting, promoting and building life skills and providing access to information, resources with an overall goal to promote health and wellbeing of Indigenous Families.
Chippewas of Rama First Nation
Healthy Babies
A comprehensive program from prenatal education, through to healthy newborn/healthy child.
Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program
A voucher & education program for prenatal and breastfeeding moms.
Métis Healthy Babies/Healthy Children Program offers preparation for parenting and pre-natal and post-natal care. The goal is to assist all Indigenous families in providing an environment for the healthy development of children through home visits, service coordination, and referrals. The Program which provides support for children at risk is voluntary and open to any Indigenous family who requests the service.
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to offer the Métis Family Wellbeing (MFWB) Program. The Program is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and aims to prevent and disrupt the cycle of violence in Métis families though supportive, preventative, and educational activities for children and youth ages 0 – 18 and their families.
The Program is there to provide a variety of family specific programming to help address the needs of Métis families who are working to heal from violence, have children who are in the care of family services, or have youth who are involved in the justice system. Through the Program, MFWB Coordinators work to develop individual and family wellness plans which are specific to the unique needs of each person
