Newo Yotina Friendship Centre

What Newo Yotina Friendship Centre does

Nēwo-Yōtina Friendship Centre (NYFC) is a registered non-profit community organization headquartered at 1635 11th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, operating as part of Canada's national Friendship Centre movement through memberships in the Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan (AFCS) and the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC). The organization is Indigenous-led and culturally rooted in Cree traditions, with a stated purpose of uplifting and empowering the Regina community by meeting immediate needs, celebrating Indigenous culture, and fostering inclusive connections.

NYFC delivers an integrated portfolio of social services through five core program lines: (1) a Drop-in Centre providing daily necessities (public washroom, phone, photocopy/fax/printing, computer access, coffee, toast, and weekly hot lunch) open 7 days per week; (2) Wellness and Resolution Health Support Programs offering emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental health support to Indian Residential School Survivors and families; (3) Housing Support through the Four Winds Housing Program and the Sohkâyâwin Intensive Case Management Program, with intake via Coordinated Access; (4) the Wâhkôhtowin Harm Reduction Program, which includes FTIR spectrometer-based drug checking and Canada's only Indigenous-led Safe Consumption Site; and (5) Youth and Family Programs plus Cultural and Language Programs. Notable technical components are limited to the FTIR drug checking instrumentation and standard web/social infrastructure (Squarespace site, Shopify shop, CanadaHelps donation portal).

The business model is grant-funded and community-based. Revenue is derived primarily from government and foundation funding — notably Indigenous Services Canada (federal) and the City of Regina — supplemented by a nominal $2.00 annual membership that provides access to services, a monthly newsletter, and Annual General Meeting participation. Programs are delivered free of charge to community members. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors (Chris Butz, Donald Johnson, Alison Seaman, Kim Belhumeur) and led by Executive Director Teresa Innis, supported by a management team spanning cultural wellness, harm reduction, senior programs, operations, housing/shelter, and human resources functions.

Name

Newo Yotina Friendship Centre

Legal name

Nēwo-Yōtina Friendship Centre

Website

https://newoyotina.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Nēwo-Yōtina Friendship Centre is an Indigenous-led non-profit in Regina, Saskatchewan, delivering culturally grounded drop-in, housing, mental health, youth, cultural, and harm reduction services — including Canada's only Indigenous-led Safe Consumption Site with FTIR drug checking — to urban Indigenous and broader community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Indigenous Community Social Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Community Housing Services (62422), Child and Youth Services (62411), Community Food Services (62421)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Indigenous support programs
• Harm reduction services
• Housing support
• Cultural wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Regina

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fee of $2.00 provides access to NYFC services, monthly newsletter, and participation in Annual General Meeting.
2. Government and Foundation Funding: The organization receives funding from government sources (Indigenous Services Canada, City of Regina) and various funders and partners to operate programs and services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Nēwo-Yōtina Friendship Centre is a non-profit, Indigenous-led community service organization in Regina, Saskatchewan that delivers an integrated portfolio of culturally grounded social services. Its offerings include a drop-in centre with daily meals and basic amenities, supportive housing programs, a harm reduction program with FTIR drug checking and Canada's only Indigenous-led Safe Consumption Site, mental health supports for Indian Residential School Survivors, youth outreach programming, cultural and language programs, and community outreach — all unified by a holistic framework addressing mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional wellness.

Product overview

Newo Yotina Friendship Centre is a non-profit community organization offering a portfolio of culturally grounded social services as a single integrated service delivery model rather than discrete products. The core offerings include: a Drop-in Centre providing daily necessities and weekly meals; Resolution Health Support Program delivering mental health and wellness services; the Wâhkôhtowin Harm Reduction Program with drug checking and Canada's only Indigenous-led Safe Consumption Site; supportive housing through the Four Winds and Sohkâyâwin Intensive Case Management Programs; and Youth Outreach providing recreational and educational programming. Additional services span cultural and language programs, community outreach, and an affordable $2 annual membership. All programs operate under a holistic framework supporting mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being for Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members in Regina.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wâhkôhtowin Harm Reduction: Culturally grounded harm reduction program providing education, information, supplies, drug checking services, and Canada's only Indigenous-led Safe Consumption Site.
• Four Winds Housing Program
• Sohkâyâwin Intensive Case Management Program
• Resolution Health Support Program

Products and services

• Drop-in Centre Walk-in access to a public washroom, public phone, photocopy, fax, and printing services, computer for essential use, daily coffee and toast, and weekly hot lunch. Open 7 days/week for breakfast and 5 days/week for lunch, serving community members in Regina.
• Resolution Health Support Program Provides emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental health support to Indian Residential School Survivors (IRSS), their families, and community members through programming, advocacy, case management, Elder support, and application assistance (including Indian Day School and 60s Scoop).
• Wâhkôhtowin Harm Reduction Program Provides culturally grounded, judgment-free harm reduction education, information, supplies, FTIR spectrometer drug checking, and a supervised Safe Consumption Site for adults 18+ to reduce harm and prevent overdoses. Identified as Canada's only Indigenous-led Harm Reduction and Safe Consumption Site.
• Four Winds Housing Program Supportive housing program working with individuals and families who require mid-range support to maintain stable housing through weekly home visits and practical assistance.
• Sohkâyâwin Intensive Case Management Program Intensive case management program for individuals with complex needs or those who have experienced long-term homelessness, focused on housing stability and long-term independence.
• Youth Outreach Program Provides urban youth with access to social, recreational, educational, and skill-building programming including game nights, gym nights, beading classes, art classes, dance classes, and resume workshops.
• Annual Membership Annual membership available for $2.00 providing access to NYFC services, monthly newsletter, participation in the Annual General Meeting, and eligibility for Board nomination.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan (AFCS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNēwo-Yōtina Friendship Centre is a member of AFCS, part of Canada's most significant off-reserve Indigenous service delivery network. AFCS provides organizational support and connection to the broader Friendship Centre movement.
• National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational membership connecting Nēwo-Yōtina to Friendship Centres across Canada. The NAFC represents the national Friendship Centre movement supporting Indigenous peoples in urban centres.
• X-ing DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndigenous-owned and operated graphic design and communication studio located on Treaty 4 territory in Regina that created Nēwo-Yōtina's visual branding and identity. Approach is rooted in visual sovereignty and cultural respect.
• K2 CreativeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWebsite design partner that created the Nēwo-Yōtina website with focus on honouring community and improving access to programs and services.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN): National Indigenous-led network addressing HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, and harm reduction. Comparable as the broader umbrella Indigenous harm reduction body that supports organizations operating FTIR drug checking and safe consumption services.
• National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC): National body representing Canada's urban Indigenous Friendship Centres. Comparable as the parent network of which NYFC is a member, providing organizational support, advocacy, and funding pathways for similar centres across Canada.

Direct peers

• Awasisak Indigenous Head Start (Saskatoon): Indigenous-led child, family, and community services organization in Saskatchewan. Comparable as a culturally grounded community support provider serving urban Indigenous populations in the same province.
• Indian Friendship Centre (Saskatoon): Saskatoon-based Friendship Centre serving urban Indigenous community through cultural programs, youth outreach, and social services. Directly comparable as a Saskatchewan Friendship Centre movement member offering an analogous service portfolio.
• Calgary Urban Aboriginal Initiative (now Indigenous Connections): Calgary-based urban Indigenous service hub offering culturally grounded supports, youth programs, and community navigation. Directly comparable as an off-reserve Indigenous Friendship Centre-style organization serving a major prairie city.

Regional players

• Souls Harbour Rescue Mission (Regina): Regina-based non-profit providing meals, shelter, and outreach services. Comparable to NYFC's drop-in centre as another Regina community support provider serving basic-needs populations.
• YWCA Regina: Regina-based non-profit providing housing, shelter, and community support services including for vulnerable women and families. Comparable as a Regina-located social services operator with overlapping housing and drop-in functions.

Emerging players

• All Nations Hope AIDS Network: Indigenous-led harm reduction and HIV/AIDS organization. Comparable to NYFC's Wâhkôhtowin Harm Reduction program and FTIR drug checking service, with overlapping focus on culturally safe substance use supports.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/nyfcregina
• Instagraminstagram.com/wahkohtowin.harm.reduction
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/newo-yotina-friendship-centre

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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