Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre

What Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre does

Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre is a non-profit Indigenous organization established in 1996 (with roots in a 1991 community needs assessment) and headquartered in Victoria Harbour, Ontario, Canada. It delivers culturally grounded mental health, addictions, trauma, and justice-related services to Indigenous individuals, youth, and families across Ontario, primarily in Simcoe County with extension into Halton and Durham regions. The organization operates seven locations including two residential healing lodges (the North Healing Lodge in Alban and the Indigenous Youth Healing Lodge in Victoria Harbour), a Community Justice Centre in Midland, and community mental health and addictions outreach offices in Orillia, Burlington, Oakville, and Oshawa. Service delivery is built on Indigenous ancestral ways of well-being combined with Western therapeutic methodologies, with all programming designed, developed, and delivered by trained Indigenous Professionals under the guidance of a 12-member Elder's Advisory Circle.

Core service offerings include: (i) the Community Mental Health and Addictions Outreach Services providing individual counselling, family consultation, opioid addiction management, case management, and homelessness support delivered in-office, at home, or in the community; (ii) the Community Justice Centre (Miikanaake Justice Program) providing court diversion, Indigenous youth programs, Gladue aftercare, and Release from Custody case management; (iii) the North Healing Lodge offering residential Adult Wellness (1-week), Adult Trauma (2-week), and Family Programs; and (iv) the Indigenous Youth Healing Lodge offering Youth Wellness (ages 15-18, 4-week residential), Youth Cultural Connection (ages 13-15), Miikana (ages 19-24), Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin, and equine-assisted learning programs. Programming follows a seasonal quarter-based calendar aligned with traditional associations.

Enaahtig's revenue model is grant-driven, funded primarily through Ontario provincial ministries — Indigenous Healing and Wellness Strategy, Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Ministry of Health & Long Term Care, Ministry of the Attorney General — and the federal Department of Justice Canada. Secondary revenue comes from charitable donations accepted via cheque and e-transfer. Services are provided at no cost to clients. Go-to-market is community-led: outreach is driven by referrals from Indigenous organizations, healthcare providers (Reach Out Centre for Kids, Durham Community Health Centre), corrections services, and self-referrals from community members. Marketing relies on organic social media (Facebook, Instagram), a quarterly newsletter, and a content website. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors and supported by an Elder's Advisory Circle, with Nena La Caille serving as Executive Director.

Name

Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre

Legal name

Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre

Website

https://enaahtig.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre is a non-profit Indigenous organization established in 1996 in Ontario, Canada, delivering culturally grounded mental health, addictions, trauma, and justice diversion services to Indigenous individuals, youth, and families across seven locations via residential healing lodges and community outreach.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Services

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Tribal/Indigenous Public Health Authorities (HLAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Indigenous, Ethnic & Folk Arts/Heritage Organizations (BPAGAHAI)

Keywords

• Indigenous healing services
• Mental health outreach
• Residential treatment programs
• Court diversion programs
• Cultural wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Victoria Harbour

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Enaahtig is primarily funded through government sources including the Indigenous Healing and Wellness Strategy, Ministry of Children Community Social Services, Ministry of Health & Long Term Care, Department of Justice, and Ministry of Attorney General.
2. Donations: The organization accepts charitable donations from individuals and organizations through cheques and e-transfers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre delivers culturally grounded Indigenous healing and wellness programs to Indigenous individuals, youth, and families across Ontario. Its core offerings include residential healing lodge programs (North Healing Lodge for adults and families, and the Indigenous Youth Healing Lodge for youth ages 13-18), community-based mental health and addictions outreach services, and a Community Justice Centre providing court diversion, Indigenous youth programs, and Gladue aftercare services. Programs integrate traditional Indigenous practices, land-based cultural activities, equine-assisted learning, and Western therapeutic methodologies, delivered by trained Indigenous Professionals under the guidance of an Elder's Advisory Circle.

Product overview

Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre operates as a non-profit Indigenous health and wellness organization offering a portfolio of integrated programs and services. The organization provides community-based mental health and addictions outreach services alongside residential healing lodge programs (North Healing Lodge and Youth Healing Lodge), and a Community Justice Centre (Miikanaake Justice Program). Programs are delivered by trained Indigenous professionals and guided by an Elder's Advisory Circle, utilizing a combination of traditional Indigenous practices and mainstream approaches. Services include individual counseling, group therapy, court diversion, residential treatment, youth programming with equine-assisted learning, and family support services, all organized around seasonal quarters that align with traditional associations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Community Mental Health and Addictions Outreach Services Outreach services providing Indigenous individuals and families with mental health counseling, addiction support, systems navigation, referrals, screening and assessment, and homelessness support, available in-office, at home, or in the community.
• Community Justice Centre (Miikanaake Justice Program) Court diversion program providing Indigenous youth and adults with holistic, culturally appropriate rehabilitation through traditional teachings, counseling, justice circles, and connection to community support services.
• North Healing Lodge Residential healing program for adults and families using cultural and land-based approaches, located by the French River in Alban, Ontario, offering Adult Wellness, Adult Trauma, and Family Programs.
• Indigenous Youth Healing Lodge Residential and non-residential programs for Indigenous youth ages 13-18 including Youth Wellness Program (4 weeks), Youth Cultural Connection Program, equine-assisted learning, art expression, and seasonal ceremonies.
• Youth Wellness Program 4-week residential program for youth ages 15-18 offering individual counseling, equine-assisted learning, and education credits in a trauma-informed, culturally focused setting.
• Adult Wellness Program 1-week voluntary, co-ed, group-based residential program providing an introduction to healing from adverse life experiences through cultural activities and traditional teachings.
• Adult Trauma Program 2-week residential program designed to safely process past trauma and teach healthy coping tools and self-care skills for individuals affected by adverse experiences.
• Miikanaake Court Diversion Program Court diversion program for Indigenous youth and adults providing restorative justice through Indigenous teachings, counseling, and traditional healing to reduce future criminal justice involvement.
• Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin (I'm a Kind Man) Program Program engaging men and youth to speak out against violence towards Indigenous women, providing individual and group support toward healing and awareness.
• Gladue Aftercare Program Case management and advocacy service for Indigenous people navigating the Simcoe County court system, assisting with Gladue report recommendations.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Reach Out Centre for KidscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnaahtig partners with Reach Out Centre for Kids to provide Community Mental Health and Addictions Outreach Services in Halton Region, combining resources and expertise to serve Indigenous youth and families.
• Durham Community Health CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn partnership with Durham Community Health Centre, Enaahtig provides Community Mental Health and Addictions Outreach Services in Durham Region, ensuring culturally appropriate services for Indigenous community members.
• Indigenous Healing & Wellness StrategycoreOthersPrimary funding source through the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Combines traditional and mainstream programs and services to help improve Indigenous health and reduce family violence.
• Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship CentresmajorOthersOFIFC represents the collective interests of member Friendship Centres across Ontario. Enaahtig aligns with the Friendship Centre movement's vision of improving quality of life for Indigenous people in urban environments.
• Ministry of Children, Community and Social ServicescoreOthersGovernment ministry providing funding and policy guidance for Indigenous community programs and services.
• Ministry of Health & Long Term CarecoreOthersProvincial health ministry supporting the organization's healthcare and wellness programming.
• Department of Justice CanadamajorOthersFederal department providing funding for the Community Justice Centre and court diversion programs supporting Indigenous peoples in conflict with the law.
• Ministry of Attorney GeneralmajorOthersProvincial ministry supporting access to justice initiatives including the Indigenous Peoples' Court development.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Thunderbird Partnership Foundation: A national Indigenous mental health and addictions organization that supports First Nations healing programs and workforce development, comparable in mission to Enaahtig's Indigenous mental health and addictions mandate.
• Sandy Saulteaux Spiritual Centre: A Manitoba-based Indigenous spiritual and healing centre that trains community helpers and delivers culturally grounded programs, paralleling Enaahtig's Indigenous-led residential and community wellness approach.
• Nog-da-win-da-man Family Healing Centre: An Indigenous family healing centre serving northern Ontario First Nations with residential treatment programs rooted in cultural and land-based approaches — closely analogous to Enaahtig's North Healing Lodge model.
• Anishnawbe Health Toronto: Anishnawbe Health Toronto is a multi-site Indigenous health and wellness organization serving Indigenous clients in Toronto with traditional healing, primary care, mental health, and addictions services — directly comparable to Enaahtig's integrated Indigenous cultural and clinical model.

Emerging players

• Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health: An Ottawa-based Indigenous health centre providing primary care, mental wellness, and cultural programs to urban Indigenous communities, comparable to Enaahtig's urban outreach and mental health service model.
• Native Women's Healing Circle: An Indigenous women-focused healing organization offering culturally grounded support for those affected by violence and trauma, intersecting with Enaahtig's Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin program and family violence mandate.

Broad incumbents

• Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres: A provincial umbrella organization for Indigenous Friendship Centres that delivers a wide range of Indigenous community services including health, justice, and cultural programs across Ontario — overlapping with Enaahtig's community-led urban Indigenous service model.
• First Nations Health Authority: British Columbia's First Nations Health Authority delivers Indigenous-led health programs and partners with federal/provincial funders — broader in scope than Enaahtig, but comparable in mission and Indigenous-governed delivery model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/enaahtig
• Instagraminstagram.com/enaahtig
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/enaahtig-healing-lodge-and-learning-centre

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

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