Our Impact
At the Red Deer Native Friendship Society, we’re proud to create positive change in our community. Through our programs and projects, we’ve supported youth mentorship, housing assistance, employment readiness, and cultural workshops that celebrate Indigenous traditions.
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We’ve provided critical resources, safe spaces for healing, and opportunities for learning and growth. From helping families to amplifying Indigenous voices, our work is driven by a commitment to meet community needs with care and respect.
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Every program and partnership reflects our dedication to building a stronger, more connected community. Together, we’re making a lasting impact.
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Read more below to see some of the incredible projects and programs that we have brought to our community!
Asooahum Crossing
Today, we are actively developing Asooahum Crossing: a safe place for our families, youth and elders to grow and flourish. Our vision is a Community Gathering Place—a space for affordable housing, support services, and cultural events.
Between Two Worlds
A stunning film by Tyler McKinney, Emilee Froehlich, Shannon Humphrey, Sarena Joyce which discusses their Two Spirited identity and what it represents. This film was made as a part of the Empowered Filmmaker in Red Deer, Alberta.
Unity
A short film by Thomas Martell that confronts the history of colonization and disconnection from culture, but also the revitalization and determination that the next generation is ushering in for future generations. This film was made as a part of the Empowered Filmmaker in Red Deer, Alberta.
Red Deer's Friendship Marketspace Inc.
The Friendship Shop is an online social enterprise developed by the Red Deer Native Friendship Society to empower our community while supporting RDNFS programs. It offers handcrafted goods, traditional items, and unique creations from local artisans and makers. Designed to celebrate Indigenous culture and creativity, the shop provides a platform for economic opportunities while fostering connection and cultural pride. Each purchase helps fund community programs and initiatives, making a meaningful impact with every order.
RDNFS Ghost Walking Tours
Red Deer’s most thrilling ghost walking tour! Walk with us on the path to Truth and Reconciliation as we step into history.
We have specially curated this unique experience to speak to the authentic stories that originate in Red Deer. We have “spookified” the celebration of Red Deer's history to ensure this experience is not one you will forget.
The tours run for just under two hours as we walk the downtown streets and speak to historically significant sites. The tour is limited to a group of 20, and you must be 18 or over to attend. We begin the tours in ceremony and share teachings to honour our ancestors while grounding in our intentions.