Native Council of Prince Edward Island

Christmas parties are being held for NCPEI youth members at three different locations, featuring food, a gift, and a visit from Santa.

Time and Location for 2025:

• Zone 1 (Prince County): November 29th from 1pm-4pm, at St. Luke's Church Hall, 1020 Route 142, O'Leary Corner
• Zone 2 (Queens County): December 7th from 2pm-4pm, at the NCPEI Programming Office, 614 North River Road, Charlottetown
• Zone 3 (Kings County): November 30th from 2pm-4pm, at Dr. Roddie Community Centre (St. Peter's Bay Firehall), 5549 Route 2, St Peter's Bay

Registration deadline: November 17, 2025

Provides Mi'kmaq language instruction and drumming classes from beginner to intermediate levels.

Classes are primarily offered in Mi'kmaq, speakers of other Indigenous languages are invited to participate by sharing their language during classes.

A Christmas planter workshop for NCPEI members, where participants will create their own DIY outdoor Christmas planter and have a meal together.

Time and Location for 2025:

November 25th from 5pm-7pm at the NCPEI Portage Office

Provides career guidance, educational supports, and employment opportunities. Includes:

• Career guidance: Help with job searches and writing cover letters and resumes. Also offers coaching through interview tips and techniques.
• Education support: Provides education funding for 1-2 year programs through Holland College or other recognized colleges, or for the final year of a university program. Also provides funding for training that is suitable for industry and trade careers such as First Aid, WHMIS, Flagger Certification, Fall Safety, Marine Safety, etc.

Supports off-reserve Indigenous people who are experiencing home insecurity or who are facing the imminent threat of homelessness due to temporary and unexpected housing situations. Supports include:

• Front-line support
• Referrals
• Housing placements
• Access to culturally relevant activities to promote self-sufficiency and involvement in the NCPEI community

Provides support to Indigenous families who live off-reserve who are involved, or at-risk of becoming involved with Child and Family Services. Also provides support to non-Indigenous foster families and support to Indigenous youth ageing out of the Child Welfare System.

General Support for Families:

• Works with families to to educate, support, and strengthen their family unit
• Individual and family supports and cultural programs including Triple P Parenting Classes, community kitchen, home visits, family workshops, and cultural activities

Non-Indigenous Foster Families and Caregivers:

• Provides cultural competency training, supports, and activities that foster Indigenous culture and community with the child in care

Indigenous Youth Ageing Out of the Child Welfare System:

• Individual support and referrals to other Native Council programs that support development toward an independent and healthy lifestyle

Supports 2SLGBTQQIA+ (2S+) individuals living off-reserve on Epekwitk / PEI by promoting mental well-being, understanding of issues, and reducing gender-based violence within the community. The program includes:

• Monthly group meetings with cultural teachings
• Quarterly land-based teachings and healing circles led by Elders
• Public outreach sessions
• Cultural retreats highlighting the historic role of 2SLGBTQQIA+ peoples in Indigenous culture and addressing current issues

24 week employment and skills training program. The first 12 weeks are in class and the second 12 weeks are on-the-job training. Program includes:

• Exploring personal strengths
• Developing life-skills
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Budgeting
• Personal learning styles that can be applied to everyday life
• Effective resume writing, job searching, and interviewing skills
• Presentations from people in various careers
• Opportunities to become a full-time employee or to gain a better understanding of what education is required to obtain full-time employment

• Beds
• Food and drink
• Access to laundry and hygiene products
• Storage for belongings
• Local transportation may be available (call for details)
• Transition services such as job search, introduction to other community supports etc.