Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society (VAFCS)

A community centre that provides social, cultural, recreational, and other life-enhancing programs and services, primarily for Aboriginal people; $1 membership fee for individuals under age 55. Also houses other organizations and their services including the ARIES Project (alternative education program for Aboriginal street youth) in partnership with Urban Native Youth Association (UNYA), see that agency's listings for details; the Aboriginal Community Career and Employment Services Society (ACCESS), see separate listing for details; and Vancouver Native Health's FASD (fetal alcohol syndrome disorder) worker. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society, registered charity.