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The mandate of Lii Michif Otipemisiwak (LMO) is to support Métis children and families in a culturally appropriate manner. LMO’s services enhance mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, while also promoting the self-determination of the community. “Otipemisiwak” is a Cree word for the Métis people; it means “the people who govern themselves”.
Knucwentwecw Society provides provincially-mandated services to children and families in the band communities of Stswecemc/ Xgat’temc, Tsq’escen, Xats’ull, and T’exelc. These services promote connectivity to family, community, and culture. The Society believes that by working together, we can ensure that our children reach their full potential.
Denisiqi Services Society is based on the philosophy of families helping each other within the community. Aboriginal people are responsible for their own future, and that means it is important for our children to have a safe, caring, and loving environment.
White Buffalo Aboriginal and Metis Health Society serves Aboriginal & Metis people in Kamloops and the surrounding areas. It offers holistic care that addresses physical, emotional, spiritual and mental well-being. White Buffalo’s programs and services also support traditional Aboriginal values.
Three Corners Health Care Society serves the Secwepemc community in Williams Lake, Soda Lake, and Canoe Creek. The Society’s mission is to address the health care needs of community members by incorporating traditional and contemporary practices.
Southern Stl’atl’imx Health Society (SSHS) delivers community health care to the N̓Quatqua, Samahquam, Skatin, and Xax’sta Nations. The SSHS service model is an adaptation of the medicine wheel approach, demonstrating the four elements of health and wellness: physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional. The SSHS ensures that its services are culturally appropriate and respectful of the land, family, community and Nation.
Round Lake Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centre is an internationally-accredited residential facility located in the Okanagan Valley. The Centre offers science-based treatment grounded in Indigenous cultural teachings and practices. Since it opened in 1979, Round Lake has served over 11,000 clients and has become a leader in the field of First Nations’ addiction recovery and trauma training.
Rose Casper Healing Centre provides health and social services to Seton Lake Band members. These services include a health clinic, addiction counselling, and life skills training. The Centre emphasizes cultural values, family healing, and prevention activities like drug education.
Nenqayni Wellness Centre has been serving adults with drug and alcohol addictions since 1983. In 1991, the Centre moved into new buildings at its current location. The Society is governed by the 15 bands.
The Native Mental Health Association of Canada is a national organization governed and managed by Aboriginal leaders. The goal of the Association is to improve the lives of Canada’s First Nations, Metis, and Inuit populations by addressing healing, wellness, and other mental health challenges.
