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The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Lanaudière provides services to any Aboriginal person living off reserve in the Lanaudière Region. In practice, the clientele is mostly comprised of Atikamekw people from Manawan.

The CAAL aims to improve all aspects of life for Aboriginals living off reserve. It focuses on services to youth and children who are often ill-prepared for life in urban settings. Overall, Aboriginals in this region are under-represented on the labour market, socially isolated and often economically dependent. They also experience major problems in lodging themselves appropriately.

PROGRAM AND SERVICE OVERVIEW

• Labour market integration and adult education support
• Assistance with personal income tax reports and various forms
• Housing search support
• Activities for pre-school children and their parents
• Help with homework for primary- and secondary-school students
• Special animation for youth aged 15 to 24
• Summer Youth Day Camp Program
• Financial support for primary school students’ transportation or lunchtime supervision
• Financial support for secondary school students’ school fees
• Various individual standby services in case of pressing emergency

OUTLOOK FOR THE FUTURE

The Centre d’amitié autochtone de Lanaudière wishes to facilitate access to the labour market for adults and assisting youth in achieving success at school. The CAAL also wishes to improve access to adequate housing for all of its clientele and develop services for preschool children in order to preserve the Aboriginal culture and values.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Centre d’amitié autochtone de Lanaudière

Ms. Martha Petiquay, Director
523, boul. Ste-Anne
Joliette (Québec) J6E 5A3
Phone: (450) 760-3865
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