What We Do
The Arctic Rose Foundation gives Inuit and Northern Indigenous youth a safe space to participate and grow through Indigenous-led, arts-based and culturally-grounded after-school programs in their communities.
We aim to foster Inuit and Northern Indigenous youth in finding their own positive stories and modes of self-expression, to build healthy relationships with adults and peers, and inspire quiet leadership that builds allies and community through positive thought and actions.
Our Vision: Inuit, First Nations and Métis children, youth and their families are hopeful, healthy and engaged in their culture, life, and overall emotional well-being.
Our Mission: To instill hope for Northern Inuit, First Nations and Métis children, youth and their families through the creation of physically, emotionally, mentally, culturally, safe places and the provision of holistic, adaptable programming that engages, nurtures and supports them in healthy and meaningful ways.
Our Values: Our programs adjust to the needs of the community. They are youth-led, community-based and adaptable and our work follows the guiding principles, cultures, and traditions of the Indigenous communities that we serve.
Learn More:
Messy Book Program
Youth Leadership and Mentor Program
Christmas Food Program
Kamajiit Program
Contact Us
P.O. Box 11336, Nepean PO H, Ontario K2H 7V1
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The Arctic Rose Foundation is a charitable organization that grew out of the Arctic Rose Project, started by Inuk singer-songwriter Susan Aglukark in 2012. Officially designated as a registered charity in 2016, and incorporated in 2020, the Arctic Rose Foundation works to support Northern Inuit, First Nations and Métis youth through the creation of Indigenous-led, arts-based after school programs, and other engaging cultural and creative projects.