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Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre promotes justice, fairness and equality for Aboriginal people through a holistic approach to programming and services. Our philosophy is one that encompasses all people in the community who request our assistance.

News & Updates

Jordan's Principle Bear Witness Day - May 8th, 2026

Tillicum Lelum was proud to host a special Bear Witness Day celebration on May 8, bringing together families and community members to honour Jordan River Anderson and raise awareness of Jordan's Principle.

Settlement Information Session - Feb 20th, 2026

Claims Helpers will be hosting a free information session to support individuals and families impacted by the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement. Learn about eligibility, the settlement process, and receive help completing your claim for compensation.

Winter Health Fair in December

The Winter Health Fair, presented by Tillicum Lelum’s Health Navigator, invites the community to a vibrant afternoon dedicated to wellness and connection on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 1 PM to 5 PM at 477 Tenth Street (Barn).

Primary Care Department - Accepting New Patients

The Tillicum Lelum Primary Care Department is an interdisciplinary team offering longitudinal family care, prioritizing Urban Indigenous families while remaining open to all individuals within the Regional District of Nanaimo. We are accepting new patients.

Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre started out as a coffee drop-in and recreation centre over 50 years ago and has grown into a large organization with multiple properties, nearly sixty programs and over eighty staff members.

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We are excited to share this snapshot highlighting the success story of Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre and our leader, Grace Elliott Nielsen, Executive Director, and staff who has taken this agency from a small drop in Centre to what we are today. Currently running 63 Programs , 110 staff employed &  8 buildings.

“Aboriginal people from near and far have come to Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre for healing, training and education having found a place where they can tap into a wide variety of programs that meet their physical mental, emotional and spiritual needs in a culturally safe manner.”

"Spirituality must be at the core of all your work. The Spirits have the strength to meet the forces that will resist you. The Spirits have the strength to support you in the work you must do."

From The Elders