146 Ellis Street, Penticton, BC
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Ooknakane Friendship Centre

Building a healthy community in a holistic, safe, respectful environment with integrity and compassion.
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Our Mission Statement

The Ooknakane Friendship Centre works to promote, develop and deliver accessible programs and services that support Indigenous peoples living in urban areas and away from home to achieve their vision of health, wellness and prosperity.

sylix Territory

The Ooknakane Friendship Centre acknowledges that the land on which we operate is the unceded territory of the syilx (Okanagan) Peoples.

Ooknakane Friendship Centre

The Ooknakane Friendship Centre is an aboriginal not-for-profit society that is committed to providing holistic, culturally driven programs and services designed to support, educate and strengthen people.

Family & Youth

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Adult Wellness

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Elder Services

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Employment, Life Skills & Training

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Missing and Murdered Women, Girls & Two-Spirit People

By joining us in the Red Dress Day event, you play an essential role in raising awareness, fostering understanding, and supporting initiatives that address the root causes of violence against Indigenous women and girls. We invite you to stand alongside us on May 5th, from noon to 1 pm, as we gather at the Ooknakane Friendship Centre 146 Ellis St at 11:30 am and embark on a meaningful walk to Gyro Park. Together, we can make a difference and honor the lives that have been lost.

Red Dress Day May 5 2023 Gather at the Ooknakane Friendship Centre 11:30 am

Red Dress Day is a powerful symbol of remembrance, resilience, and unity. We warmly invite you to wear red or regalia as we stand together against violence and show our unwavering commitment to promoting safety and dignity for all. Your presence and participation will help amplify our collective voice, demanding justice and advocating for a society where every individual is valued and protected.

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Penticton Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society

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