BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres

The BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) is the umbrella association for the 25 Friendship Centres throughout the Province of British Columbia. The Friendship Centre Movement began in the 1950s. The movement represents a national network, united by the vision of a vibrant society that supports Indigenous peoples and a brighter future in Canada. Friendship Centres are community hubs. They offer culturally safe programs and services, and provide a welcoming space for all members of the community to share knowledge and connect with others.

Our mission is to advance the Friendship Centre Movement in BC through advocacy and the delivery of programs and services that support the growth and prosperity of our member centers and urban Indigenous people.

The BCAAFC works to:

• Promote the betterment of Friendship Centres in the Province of British Columbia.
• Maintain communication between Friendship Centres, other provincial associations and the National Association of Friendship Centres.
• Act as a unifying body for Friendship Centres.
• Advise the government, as requested by the collective centres.
• Support the development of programs to improve the quality of life for Indigenous people living in BC.