FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 18, 2024
Siksika Nation signs Memorandum of Understanding with Inn From the Cold
As a part of our ongoing effort to support Siksika Nation members, the Siksika Nation Support Services is pleased to announce a new initiative with Inn from the Cold, a not-for-profit agency in Calgary that provide programs on homelessness prevention and diversion, emergency family shelter, and supportive housing.
The partnership will commence with a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing between representatives from Siksika Nation Tribal Administration and Inn from the Cold, as a means of creating a meaningful relationship to support & improving access to shelter and housing opportunities, finding affordable housing and providing urban cultural space for Siksika Nation’s members.
The MOU signing will take place on September 19, 2024, at 11:30 am at the Siksika Support Centre building with holy handgame to follow from 12:30pm to approximately 3:30pm.
“This MOU reflects our shared commitment to fostering safe, supportive environments that honor the dignity, culture, and well-being of all families. Together, we strive to integrate traditional values, cultural knowledge, and community-led solutions to provide a holistic approach to shelter and care, ensuring that every family receives the support they need to thrive. By building on the strengths of both our organizations, we aim to create a lasting, positive impact for present and future families of Siksika Nation.” Kaah’ka’nooh’ki’toopi, Richard Sparvier, Tribal Manager Siksika Nation Tribal Administration.
“This MOU represents more than just a commitment on paper—it is a promise to Siksika Nation members that we will work hand in hand to create culturally safe, supportive spaces where families can thrive. We are deeply honoured to partner with Siksika Nation, and we look forward to learning from their wisdom and working together towards a future where Indigenous families are supported, respected, and empowered.” Heather Morley, CEO of Inn from the Cold.
Siksika Support Services is a new service under the Tribal Administration created to support the growing number of Nation members experiencing shortages in their daily lives surrounding food, shelter, and emergency needs. With access to culturally based Healing Plans for those individuals or families seeking enhanced support/services. Siksika Support Centre programs provide low barrier support consisting of the Emergency Supports program which also focuses on donation requests for sports and culture, the Food Centre, the Healing Plan program and the Natoyiikimaan Men’s Lodge.
Inn From the Cold is a not-for-profit agency in Calgary that supports families in finding stability during times of crisis. They empower independence and foster resilience, guided by the belief that every child and family should have a safe and stable place to call home. The offer three main programs: homelessness prevention and diversion, emergency family shelter, and supportive housing.
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For more information contact:
Siksika Nation Tribal Administration Communications
communications@siksikanation.com
Inn from the Cold Media Requests
Media@Innfromthecold.org
