Here’s some quick facts about our community.

 

• Located on traditional Algonquin territory, Ottawa is home to approximately 40,000 First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. The urban Aboriginal community is diverse, representing many nations, languages and customs.

 

• Ottawa is home to the largest Inuit population outside of the North, with several community organizations that provide support.

 

• Many National Indigenous Organizations are located in the National Capital Region as well as Indigenous owned businesses.

 

• The federal government is a major employer in Ottawa/Gatineau, and many offer cultural lodges that are also open to the public.

 

• Many major political events, conferences, and social justice movements take place in the capital.

 

• Many move to Ottawa to attend post secondary institutions, all of which offer Aboriginal Student Support Centres.

 

• There are a number of Aboriginal support organizations, which offer employment, health, counselling and housing support that it culturally relevant for Indigenous families, children, youth and seniors.

 

• Ottawa has a vibrant arts community, with many local artists, musicians, and craftspeople.

 

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