Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
About Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
For over six decades, the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto has served as a cornerstone of the urban Indigenous community, guided by values of Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth. As a membership-based charitable organization, the NCCT is dedicated to nurturing an inclusive environment where all people respect Indigenous knowledge and work together toward a better future. Since its founding in 1962, the Centre has welcomed people of all nations and backgrounds to Toronto, becoming one of the original Friendship Centres in Canada and establishing itself as a key gathering place for Indigenous peoples and allies alike. The organization's mission centers on empowering the Indigenous community through programs that support holistic wellness across spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental dimensions. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto within a heritage building featuring the largest collection of Canadian Indigenous artwork in the city, the NCCT embodies cultural pride and accessibility. Beyond direct programming, the Centre serves as a community resource hub, providing directories of Indigenous agencies and businesses in Toronto, guidance on researching Indigenous ancestry, and connections to critical support services. The NCCT's commitment to reconciliation and community building extends through traditional ceremonies, cultural exploration tours, and ongoing community engagement that honors the deep Indigenous roots of Tkaronto (Toronto) while building a healthy and vibrant urban Indigenous future.