The Labrador Friendship Centre's Programs and Community Outreach Department is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming space for our community. Through a wide range of programs and events, we promote social connection, wellness, and community support for Indigenous and non-Indigenous residents of Happy Valley-Goose Bay and surrounding communities. All our programming is designed to strengthen community engagement and support holistic well-being.

Programs and outreach initiatives include:
Artisan and crafting workshops
Lunch and learns
Wellness and fitness sessions
Afternoon tea & coffee drop-ins
Bingo, cards, and board game afternoons
Cooking classes
On-site greenhouse initiative
Senior's programming
Women's friendship circle
Men's wellness project

The Programs and Community Outreach Department recognizes the importance of partnerships and collaborations. We strive to build relationships with like-minded community organizations and individuals to ensure our programming is inclusive and far-reaching.

The Programs and Community Outreach Department often looks for volunteers to assist with programs, services, and other initiatives. If you would be interested in volunteering, please touch base with a member of our team below.

Meet the Team

Andrea Keats, Program Manager
akeats@labradorfriendshipcentre.ca
(709) 896-8302 ext. 218

Ashley Martin, Client Communications Navigator
amartin@labradorfriendshipcentre.ca
(709) 896-8302

Samantha Newman, Community Outreach Worker
snewman@labradorfriendshipcentre.ca
(709) 896-8302

Maggie Neilson, Community Outreach Worker
mneilson@labradorfriendshipcentre.ca
(709) 896-8302

Bunty Mugford, Senior's Van Driver
(709) 896-7497

Brianna Tremblay, Housing Support Navigator
btremblay@labradorfriendshipcentre.ca
(709) 896-8302 ext. 213

Shawntelle Parsons, Indigenous Justice Navigator
sparsons@labradorfriendshipcentre.ca
(709) 896-8302 ext. 218

VACANT, Indigenous Health Navigator

VACANT Northern Women's Circle Coordinator

VACANT, Men's Wellness Project Coordinator

Fax: (709) 896-8731

49 Grenfell Street
P.O. Box 767
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1E0

www.lfchvgb.ca