About Us
The Native Women’s Association of Canada advocates for the social, economic, cultural, and political wellbeing of Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people across Turtle Island and Inuit Nunangat.
Since 1974, we’ve worked to address critical issues affecting Indigenous communities including violence prevention, health equity, economic empowerment, environmental stewardship, and the preservation of cultural identity.
Through policy development, community programs, and national advocacy, we create pathways to equality while honouring traditional knowledge and promoting self-determination.
Featured Initiatives
Explore these timely resources and programs that showcase our current priorities. These featured initiatives reflect NWAC’s ongoing commitment to addressing the evolving needs of Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people across Canada.
ISETs Program
Access comprehensive support for education, skills development, and employment readiness to build sustainable careers that honour Indigenous values.
Generation 4 Equality
Empowering Indigenous youth to become advocates for gender equality and rights through intergenerational knowledge exchange and leadership development.
Cannabis Program
Access culturally relevant information about cannabis to make informed decisions that respect Indigenous perspectives and support community wellbeing.
Support for Indigenous WG2STGD+
Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, transgender, and gender-diverse people hold essential roles as knowledge keepers and community leaders across Turtle Island and Inuit Nunangat.
We advocate for their unique rights and perspectives while addressing systemic barriers they face. Our initiatives create culturally safe spaces that honor diverse identities, promote healing, and celebrate resilience.
Through targeted programs and policy work, we’re restoring traditional leadership roles and ensuring Indigenous women and gender-diverse voices shape the future of their communities.
MMIWG2S+
Health & Wellness
Direct Support Programs
Indigenous Rights Advocacy
Allies & Partners
Organizations and individuals working alongside Indigenous communities are essential partners in advancing reconciliation and creating meaningful change.
NWAC provides specialized resources, training, and collaboration opportunities to help allies effectively support Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people while respecting cultural protocols and Indigenous leadership.
Our partnership approach strengthens impact through shared learning, mutual respect, and collective action toward common goals.
PTMA Feature
NWAC works alongside Provincial and Territorial Member Associations (PTMAs) who provide vital grassroots support and regional advocacy for Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
Each month, we spotlight a different PTMA and their community-driven initiatives, showcasing how local leadership creates meaningful change while contributing to our national movement.
Nova Scotia Native Women's Association (NSNWA)
The Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association is a provincial Indigenous organization incorporated under the Nova Scotia Societies Act that develops and delivers programs promoting equal opportunity for Indigenous women, 2SLGBTQQIA people and their families. The NSNWA is a collective of 16 local chapters across Nova Scotia: the 13 First Nations communities, plus three off reserve zones of Halifax, Sydney and South Shore. Each local chapter is both antonymous and connected to the NSNWA.
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