Minwaashin Lodge Indigenous Women's Support Centre

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About Minwaashin Lodge Indigenous Women's Support Centre

Overview

Minwaashin Lodge - Indigenous Women's Support Centre operates to promote the empowerment and well-being of aboriginal women and children who are survivors of family violence. They provide a safe and supportive environment for indigenous women to heal from trauma and rebuild their lives. Through various programs and services, the charity aims to address the unique needs of indigenous women and children affected by family violence, offering counseling, advocacy, and cultural support. Additionally, Minwaashin Lodge works towards raising awareness about the issues facing indigenous women and advocating for social change to end violence against women in indigenous communities.

Mission

To provide prevention and intervention services and programs for grandmothers, women, children and youth who are survivors of family violence and the residential school system, including those impacted by intergenerational effects. A full range of violence prevention and intervention programs and services is provided in the context of reclaiming the wisdom of First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultural teachings.

Vision

Creating a safe and nurturing environment rooted in cultural beliefs and values, ensuring a holistic approach to healing. All initiatives are grounded in Indigenous cultural teachings, with a focus on empowering women and families to reclaim their cultural traditions and heritage.

Unique Value Proposition

The only Indigenous women's support centre of its kind in Ottawa, providing culturally-based programs and services specifically designed for First Nations, Inuit and Métis women and children, with all services delivered through a holistic healing approach rooted in traditional Indigenous values and teachings.

Financial Overview

$6,804,295
Revenue (2024)
$6,723,106
Expenses (2024)
$7,454,416
Total Assets
$3,159,493
Liabilities
Year Revenue Expenses Program Costs Admin Costs Fundraising
2024 $6,804,295.00 $6,723,106.00 $6,081,384.00 $641,722.00 $0.00
2023 $6,390,770.00 $5,939,061.00 $5,724,727.00 $214,334.00 $0.00
2022 $6,125,715.00 $5,541,763.00 $5,111,513.00 $430,250.00 $0.00
2021 $5,455,951.00 $4,960,234.00 $4,760,234.00 $200,000.00 $0.00
2020 $3,970,984.00 $3,796,413.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Financial data sourced from Canada Revenue Agency
Year-over-Year Spending Breakdown
Revenue, Expenses, and Assets (Year-over-Year)
CRA Revenue Sources by Year (Custom Breakdown)
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Leadership Team

Mary Daoust

Executive Director

Florence Hiltz

Manager of Child and Youth Programs

Irene Compton

Employment and Culture Units Manager

Key Information
  • Tax ID 136843026RR0001
  • Country Canada 🇨🇦
  • Founded 1993
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Impact Areas
Indigenous focussed charities Mental Health Shelter and Housing Youth Support and Care Gender-Based Violence Prevention Anti-Trafficking and Slavery Social Services and Support Job Training and Employment Gender Equality and Women's Rights
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Contact Information
Mailing Address

2323 St. Laurent Blvd
Ottawa, ON K1G4J8

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