Aboriginal
Head Start
Programs
Prince George Aboriginal Head Start Program
Power of Friendship Aboriginal Head Start Program
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday Programs run from 9:00am to 12:30pm
Both programs offer transportation as needed from 8-9am - then home from 12:30 -1:30
4 year olds attend Monday, Wednesday and Friday
3 year olds attend Tuesday and Thursday
Closed weekends and statutory holidays
Funded by
About
The Prince George Aboriginal Head Start (PGAHS) Program, hosted by the Prince George Native Friendship Centre and funded through the Public Health Agency of Canada’s AHSUNC initiative, provides a holistic early childhood program for Aboriginal children ages 3–5 in an urban setting.
Programs and services offered
Prince George Aboriginal Head Start (PGAHS)
Rooted in cultural teachings, particularly the Carrier language and respect for Lheidli T’enneh territory, the program supports children’s spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and physical development.
Power of Friendship Aboriginal Head Start (POFAHS) provides Cree/Metis language and curriculum
Rooted in cultural teachings, particularly the Cree and Metis languages and respect for Lheidli T’enneh territory, the program supports children’s spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and physical development.
Each program fosters a safe, inclusive environment with strong community and family involvement, recognizing parents and caregivers as key advocates. A monthly Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting, along with various workshops such as Nobody’s Perfect and Food Safe, offer additional family support.
Who can access these programs and services
Parents with Aboriginal children ages 3 to 5 years old
How to access services
Contact the Coordinator of the program you wish to access by phone or email.
Contact
Prince George Aboriginal Head Start (PGAHS) Coordinator (provides Carrier language and curriculum)
Phone: (250) 563-3884
Power of Friendship Aboriginal Head Start (POFAHS) Coordinator (provides Cree/Metis language and curriculum)
Phone (250) 564-1840