Libraries Learning Commons: Indigenous Education Sources: Student Resources

Niagara College Health, Wellness & Accessibility Services

The Health, Wellness & Accessibility Department at Niagara College is available to you. Please refer to the Indigenous Mental Health Resources for more information.

Jamie Consoli is our Indigenous Student Counsellor and is available to help

Community Resources

Assembly of First Nations
First Nation leaders (Chiefs) from coast to coast to coast direct the work of AFN through resolutions passed at Chiefs Assemblies.
De Dwa Da Dehs Nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre
Serving Hamilton & Brantford. Please contact for services in the Niagara region.
Indigenous Diabetes Health Centre (Formerly SOADI)
1B-3250 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
The National Representational Organization Protecting and Advancing the Rights and Interests of Inuit in Canada.
Métis Nation of Ontario
1A-3250 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
Niagara Chapter Native Women
1088 Garrison Road, Fort Erie, ON L2A 1N9
Niagara Peninsula Aboriginal Management Board
Serving the areas of St. Catharines, Fort Erie, Hamilton, Brantford & Kitchener / Waterloo.
Niagara Regional Métis Council
1A-3250 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6; (905) 682-3487
Six Nations Polytechnic
Six Nations Polytechnic is a unique postsecondary organization, recognized by community, government, and institutions of higher learning, as a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Knowledge.
We Matter Campaign
We Matter is an Indigenous-led and nationally registered non-profit organization that is committed to Indigenous youth empowerment, hope and life promotion.

Getting to Know Indigenous Education@NC

Niagara College Services produced by the Ontario Native Education Counselling Association

To learn more about our services, please watch this video created by the Ontario Native Education Counselling Association.

Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool

The Aboriginal Bursaries Search Tool is a searchable list of 518 bursaries, scholarships and incentives across Canada.

Self-Identify

Indigenous students are asked to self-identify. There are a number of services available to students who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations Status or Non-Status, Métis and Inuit).

Self-identification is voluntary and confidential and does not require the student to produce any documentation.

Regional Centres

The Niagara Region is home to two Native Centres.

Niagara Regional Native Centre - "At the Niagara Regional Native Centre we strive to serve all Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island including First Nations, Inuit, and Metis."

382 Airport Road
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0
Phone: 905-688-6484

Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre - "The Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre has a rich history which includes reestablishing our traditions and culture. Mission Statement "To Enhance all Aspects of Native Life While Extending Friendship to the Community."

796 Buffalo Road
Fort Erie, ON L2A 5H2
Phone: 905-871-8931

Follow the Niagara Regional Native Centre and Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre on Facebook for upcoming events and programs.

Note: Both Centres support the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Crisis Resources (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line

The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate help to all Indigenous peoples across Canada, offering counselling and crisis intervention services. Phone and chat services are available in English and French. Phone counselling is available in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.

1-855-242-3310

Indian Residential School Crisis Line

A National Residential Crisis Line has been set up to provide emotional support and crisis referral services for former students and those who need it.

1-866-925-4419

Six Nations Crisis Services (Six Nations / New Credit area only)

1-866-445-2204