Your community. Your centre.

A safe and welcoming gathering place for urban Indigenous families and all community members. We offer support services, cultural programming, educational opportunities, and a space where everyone belongs. Join us in strengthening our community together.

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About Us

A welcoming gathering place for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.

For over 50 years, the Nawican Friendship Centre has been a cornerstone of our community—bringing people together to celebrate culture, strengthen connections, and support one another through meaningful programs and services.

We are proud members of the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) and the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC), part of a network of over 100 Friendship Centres across Canada working together to support urban Indigenous communities.

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Your time, talents, and participation strengthen our community. Whether you volunteer your skills or become a member, you help us create meaningful connections and lasting impact.

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We respectfully acknowledge that we live, work, and gather on Treaty 8 territory—the traditional lands of the Nations represented in the Treaty 8 Tribal Association, including the Tsek’ehne (Sikanni), Dene Tha’ (Slavey), Dane-za̱a̱ (Beaver), Néhinaw (Cree), and So̱to̱ine (Saulteau). We also recognize the Métis Nation BC citizens and welcome all people to join us in gratitude.

Charitable Registration: 857793525RR0001

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Youth & Cultural Centre

10200 17 St
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4C2

T: (250) 784-0061

Hours of Operation:
Mon – Fri, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Emergency Homeless Shelter

1401 102 Ave.
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 2E2

T: (778) 843-1722

Hours of Operation:
24 hours, 7 days a week

Friendship Centre

10200 17 St
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4C2

T: (250) 784-0061

Hours of Operation:
Temporarily Closed

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Youth and Cultural Centre:
(250) 784-0061

Emergency Homeless Shelter:
(778) 843-1722

Friendship Centre:
(250) 782-5202 (Temporarily Closed)

24/7 Crisis Line:
1-888-562-1214