Native Canadian Centre of Toronto is a membership-based, charitable organization located in the heart of downtown Toronto in a beautifully renovated heritage building. NCCT offers a wide range of programs and services based on Indigenous cultural traditions and teachings. All are welcome.
About Us
Since 1962 the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has been a key meeting place for all people, of all nations, from across Canada and all over the world. As Toronto’s oldest Indigenous community organization and one of the original Friendship Centres in Canada, the NCCT provides social, recreational, cultural and spiritual services for the Indigenous community and visitors alike.
Mission
To empower the Indigenous community in Toronto by providing programs that support their spiritual, emotional, physical and mental well-being.
Mandate
To nurture an inclusive environment where all people respect Indigenous knowledge.
Vision
The Native Canadian Centre of Toronto is dedicated to working with all of our relations toward a better future.
Values
Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility and Truth
Our AODA Commitment Statement
Community Resources
Community Resources
If you need to speak with someone after business hours or on weekends, please call:
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HOPE for WELLNESS:
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Toll-free Help Line at 1-855-242-3310 or connect to the online chat at hopeforwellness.ca
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Talk 4 Healing:
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Call 911 or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000
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Toll-free: 1-855-554-4325
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Text: 1-855-554-4325
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Listing of Indigenous Agencies/Businesses in Toronto
The Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has created a directory of all Indigenous agencies/businesses in Toronto. Also included in it are brief descriptions of each agencies mandate and what programs they offer. If you see something missing or spot any incorrect information please contact kristina.henry@ncct.on.ca
To access this info please click here.
Advice on researching your Indigenous Ancestry
Please click here to access a short guide that can help you get started on researching your ancestry.
Toronto Aboriginal Research Report (TARP) Final Report
Please click here to view.
Holiday Schedule
NCCT will be closed on the following days in 2026:
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Family Day - Monday, February 16th 2026
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Good Friday - Friday, April 3rd 2026
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Easter Monday - Monday, April 6th 2026
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Victoria Day - Monday, May 18th 2026
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Indigenous Day - Monday, June 22nd 2026
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Canada Day - Wednesday, July 1st 2026
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Civic holiday - Monday, August 3rd 2026
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Labour Day - Monday, September 7th 2026
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Truth And Reconciliation Day - Wednesday , September 30th 2026
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Thanksgiving - Monday, October 12th 2026
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Remembrance Day - Wednesday, November 11th 2026
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Christmas Holidays - TBA