About Us
Culture. Community. Future.
The Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society provides culturally appropriate programs and inclusive services that meet the needs of urban Indigenous people, helping them to become physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually healthier.
A History of Community Support
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New Beginnings
In 1972, KAFS was founded to support urban Indigenous people in Kamloops with a status-free, open-door policy.
Program Development
Over decades, we grew our programs to include early childhood, family preservation, youth services, Elder support, and crisis response.
New Locations
We expanded to our two key locations — the Main Office at 125 Palm Street ...and the Mini Storage at 48 West Victoria Street.
Full Circle
Today, KAFS continues to serve as a vital hub for urban Indigenous community in Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Territory, with culturally grounded services for every generation.
Land Acknowledgement
The Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society respectfully acknowledges that we live, work, gather, and provide services on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Secwépemc People, specifically the lands of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc within Secwépemcúl’ecw.
We honour the enduring relationship that the Secwépemc People have held with this land since time immemorial and acknowledge the impacts of colonization, including displacement, residential schools, the Sixties Scoop, systemic inequities, and ongoing intergenerational trauma that continue to affect Indigenous communities today.
As an Aboriginal Friendship Society, KAFS is committed to walking alongside and supporting all urban Indigenous peoples from many Nations who call Kamloops home, while remaining grounded in respect, relationship, and accountability to our host Nation, Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc. We strive to create a welcoming, culturally safe, and inclusive space rooted in Indigenous values, connection, healing, and community.
Meet Our Management Team
Our dedicated and professional staff are the heart of KAFS, providing expert care and cultural support to every individual who walks through our doors.
Meet Our Board
Guided by a commitment to community wellness and transparency, our Board of Directors provides the strategic leadership needed for the continued success of our society.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
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Discover Everything
We Offer
We offer a wide range of free and confidential programs for everyone from newborns to seniors.
