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The Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre provides a number of quality services to the Aboriginal community. These services support people on their journey to become more self-sufficient and self-reliant. The Friendship Centre also dedicates time and resources to promoting awareness among Aboriginal people. Cultural pride, cultural identity, and confidentiality are the pillars of our organization.

Here at the Friendship Centre we strive to provide an environment where all Aboriginal people can belong. Whether you are a youth, elder, adult, or mother-to-be – in need of confidential assistance for major road blocks in your life or are simply looking for ways to improve your life skills – everyone is welcome at the Friendship Centre. We are a non-judgemental community with only acceptance in mind.

Please feel free to visit our site to learn more about the services we provide to our local community and the region. If you feel that our services could benefit you or someone close to you, please feel free to contact us. Our doors are always open at the Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre – we are waiting to hear from you.

The latest from our Blog

Jillian Dennis;On behalf of the Dze L K'ant Friendship Centre Board and Staff, we wanted to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt appreciation for your outstanding service as the UAYC Representative. Your dedication, leadership, and contributions to the Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council (PAYC) and the British Columbia Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) have not gone unnoticed.Your active involvement in representing Indigenous youth voices at a provincial level and your participation in various initiatives, including co-hosting the annual Gathering Our Voices (GOV) Indigenous Youth Leadership Training event, showcase your commitment to making a positive impact in the community. Your willingness to take on challenges, engage with others, and advocate for important issues is truly commendable.We are grateful for the support you have provided to the Dze L K'ant Friendship Centre and for the opportunities you have created for yourself and others through your involvement with PAYC and BCAAFC. As you conclude this chapter of your service with PAYC and BCAAFC, please know that your contributions have been valued and have made a difference. We are proud to have had you represent the Dze L K'ant Friendship Centre, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact you will continue to make in the future. ... See MoreSee Less
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We are pleased to announce that the team at the Dze L K’ant Frienship Centre Society has dedicated a total of 82 hours to prepare for National Indigenous Peoples Day. National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day recognizing and celebrating the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Indigenous peoples in Canada. It is a time to honor the heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of Indigenous communities.We are thrilled to be the host for this special day and have a fantastic lineup of activities planned. From hair braiding to ice cream, temporary tattoos to soapberry making, dancing, singing, and crafts, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.We are honored to have Mel Bazil and Genevieve Poirier as our masters of ceremonies for the event. Their guidance and presence will surely make the day even more memorable.I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the committee volunteers who have worked tirelessly to make this event possible. Additionally, we are grateful for the support from our local businesses and federal and provincial partners.We are eagerly looking forward to tomorrow and hope to see you all there to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day together. ... See MoreSee Less
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Dze L K’ant Housing Society

In 2019, the Dze L k’ant Friendship Centre Society incorporated a new housing society: The Dze L K’ant Housing Society. The Dze L K’ant Housing Society was created to own and operate culturally safe Indigenous housing in the communities we serve.