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The Native Friendship Centre of Montreal is a center for aboriginal people in Montreal. It opened in 1974 (as a drop-in center) located on Bishop Street in Montreal. In 1975 it became incorporated and two years later it moved to a location in the Côte-des-Neiges district. At first it did not receive financial support from the province or city, which both argued that Status Indians were a matter of federal jurisdiction. However, many aboriginal people served by the center do not have status.〔〔 In 1987 the Native Woman’s Shelter of Montreal was established. In 1990 another social epidemic was addressed with the organization of the first Native AIDS/HIV Conference in Quebec. In 1993, the Urban Aboriginal Economic Development Department was established. Finally in 1995 the Native Friendship Center moved to 2001 St-Laurent Boulevard which is now home to thousands of First Nations People from the four directions that come to the island of Montreal for a visit.〔 The Native Friendship Center does not endorse any particular world religious traditions but supports First Nations traditional spiritual practices. As well, visitors may participate if they choose to do so. Wellness sessions with elders who visit and provide individual guidance, lead healing circles and organize sweat lodges from time to time. Courses on drum making and native arts and crafts are also available. The concept of culture and identity are depicted through the Native American art work displayed in the centre by local artists to keep the focus of their journey through city life. The centre also distributes various newsletters and papers from many communities within the province and throughout Canada for those who are looking for a connection with their hometown and respective Nations. ==Mission statement== The mission of the Native Friendship Centre of Montreal (NFCM) is to promote, develop and enhance the quality of life of Montreal’s Urban Aboriginal community. The Native Friendship Centre of Montreal is part of a national initiative that bridges the gap between two cultures. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Native Friendship Center of Montreal」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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