Indigenous Community
Newfoundland and Labrador is home to diverse and vibrant Indigenous communities, each with its own distinct history, culture, and traditions. As a newcomer, learning about the Indigenous Peoples of this land—including the Inuit, Innu, Mi’kmaq, and the Southern Inuit of NunatuKavut—can help foster deeper understanding, mutual respect, and meaningful connection with the province’s rich heritage.
We encourage you to explore, learn from, and engage with the Indigenous communities that have long shaped—and continue to enrich—this province.
We encourage you to explore, learn from, and engage with the Indigenous communities that have long shaped—and continue to enrich—this province.
- First Light St. John's Friendship Centre: A registered non-profit organization serving both urban Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in St. John’s, offering culturally grounded programs and services that foster belonging, well-being, and reconciliation.
- People of the Dawn Indigenous Friendship Centre: Based in Stephenville, this center supports Indigenous individuals in areas such as employment, health, education, justice, and housing, while also organizing cultural events and ceremonies to strengthen community identity.
- Labrador Friendship Centre: Located in Happy Valley–Goose Bay, this center offers a wide range of services to promote the health and social well-being of Indigenous people throughout Labrador.
- Newfoundland Indigenous Peoples Alliance: An organization dedicated to representing and supporting Indigenous peoples in Newfoundland, with a strong focus on cultural preservation, advocacy, and community development.
- NunatuKavut Community Council: Representing the Southern Inuit of Labrador, this council is committed to protecting and promoting their cultural heritage, rights, and community well-being through self-governance and sustainable development.
