Tungasuvvingat Inuit
Site: Ottawa
Service: Urban Inuit Community Centre
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR1101 | Last Full Update: 02 Oct 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | HT1 ; HT2 ; TI |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | New Orchard Ave and Richmond Rd |
| Bus Route Notes | OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Community centre that provides services adapted to the needs of Inuit clients The Family Well-Being Program (1071 Richmond Rd): Prevention-focused, culturally-responsive supports to promote healthy communities * supports families to heal from the effects of intergenerational trauma, reduce violence * addresses the over-representation of Indigenous children and youth in child welfare and youth justice systems Child development and nutrition * cultural development and retention * parenting and care-taking skills * community development * pre and postnatal program Youth Program (1071 Richmond Rd, 297 Savard): Various programs that promote Inuit culture and language * life skills education * promotes exercise * provides alternatives to negative environments Counselling Services: assists clients with day to day personal and emotion struggles * Inuit Residential School Program provides support to former IRS students and their families. Community Support Program, Drop In (297 Savard Ave): supportive environment attempting to duplicate the community spirit and cultural surrounding of the Inuit homelands * socialization opportunities * settlement services, housing assistance and information and referral to legal, medical and social services * Interpretation services and assistance in obtaining non-insured health benefits * weekly Inuit women’s healing circle * men's group and Community Kitchen, Weekly Food Bank Housing Support Services (297 Savard Ave): housing-based case management program for clients who are chronically or episodically homeless * general Housing assistance * crisis intervention services Inuit Court and Justice Programs (604 Laurier West): offers supports to Inuit involved with the legal system. Restorative Justice model and Gladue Services Exiting Sex Trade/Anti Human Trafficking Program (604 Laurier West): offers support to Inuit involved in the sex trade being trafficked or at risk in a harm reduction model Employment Services (1071 Richmond Rd): assistance with writing resumes, cover letters, finding employment or training assists in the removal of barriers in the road to long-term employment Cultural Programming : Cultural events and activities throughout the year * Inuit craft workshops * Elders Tea |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Ontario ; Ottawa (City of) |
| Eligibility | Urban Inuit * age restriction depending on program |
| Application | Call, email or visit website for more information |
| Languages | English ; Inuktitut |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Child Development Classes ~ Indigenous Communities ; Childbirth Education ~ Indigenous Communities ; Comprehensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment ~ Alcohol Use Disorder ~ Indigenous Communities ; Comprehensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment ~ Drug Use Disorders ~ Indigenous Communities ; Cultural Awareness/Competencies Training ~ Indigenous Peoples Issues ; Cultural Heritage Groups ~ Indigenous Communities ; Cultural Transition Counselling ~ Indigenous Communities ; Drop In Centres for People at Risk ~ Indigenous Communities ; Family Life Education ; Food Preparation Facilities ~ Indigenous Communities ; General Counselling Services ~ Indigenous Communities ; General Expectant/New Parent Assistance ~ Indigenous Communities ; General Medical Care ~ Indigenous Communities ; In Person Crisis Intervention ~ Indigenous Communities ; Indigenous Employment Programs ; Indigenous Employment Programs ~ Indigenous Communities ; Juvenile Delinquency Prevention ~ Indigenous Communities ; Nutrition Education ~ Indigenous Communities ; Parent/Child Activity Groups ~ Indigenous Communities ; Parenting Skills Classes ~ Indigenous Communities ; Physical Activity and Fitness Education/Promotion ~ Adolescents ~ Indigenous Communities ; Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups ~ Indigenous Communities ~ Indigenous Peoples Issues ; Public Internet Access Sites ~ Indigenous Communities ; Relapse Prevention Programs ~ Indigenous Communities ; Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities ~ Indigenous Communities ; Sex Trade Transition Programs ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Indigenous Communities ; Traditional Indigenous Healing ; Wellness Programs ~ Diabetes ~ Indigenous Communities ; Youth Centres ~ Indigenous Communities ; Youth Enrichment Programs ~ Indigenous Communities |
| Waiting List | No |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Administration, Finance, Employment and Learning Centre 613-565-5885 ; Housing and Community Support 613-749-4500 ; Inuit Court and Justice Services and Exiting Sex Trade/Anti Human Trafficking 613-232-4477 |
| Fax | Administration, Finance, Employment and Learning Centre 613-565-5885 ; Mamisarvik Healing Centre 613-792-8132 ext 226 * Community Support 613-747-0629 |
| info@tungasuvvingatinuit.ca | |
| Website | www.tungasuvvingatinuit.ca |
| Social Media |     |
| Primary Contact | Joël Lamoureux, Communications Manager; Phone: 613-299-4684; Email: coms@tungasuvvingatinuit.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Mark Mongrain, Director of Human Resources and Operations; Phone: 613-565-5885 ext 219; Email: hr@tungasuvvingatinuit.ca |
| Primary Executive | Jason LeBlanc, Executive Director; Email: execdir@tungasuvvingatinuit.ca |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1987 |
| Funding | City / Town ; Provincial ; Federal ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 108145079 RR0001 |
| Elections | The Board of Directors is elected. |
| Resources | Website |
| Accreditation | No |