The governance relationship between the OFIFC and member Friendship Centres is based on an evergreen agreement identifying the roles and responsibilities each party has to each other in the delivery of services, funding, support, reporting and advocacy.
The OFIFC is governed by a Board of Directors with representatives from member Friendship Centres, two youth representatives (one from each of northern and southern Ontario), a president and two non-voting Elders. The Board guides the Federation responsibly, providing accountability and overall direction to the OFIFC.
The OFIFC Board is supported by an Executive Committee that makes decisions between meetings on behalf of the Board, ensuring that the work of the OFIFC can move forward.
Executive Committee
2025-2026
2025-2026
Armand Jourdain Sr, President
Kathy Fortin, 1st Vice President
Cathy Syrette, 2nd Vice President
Audrey Davis, Treasurer
Cheryl Adams, Secretary
Lindy Sportak, Youth Executive
Board of Directors
2024-2025
2024-2025
| Southwest | Southeast | Northwest | Northeast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheryl Adams (Secretary) | Audrey Davis (Treasurer) | Armand Jourdain Sr (President) | Cathy Syrette (2nd Vice President) |
| Dolores McKay | Bradlee Henry | Bonnie Goodman | Kathy Fortin (1st Vice President) |
| Paulina Besito Briggs | Brandon Maracle | Karen Stephenson | Marie Meawasige |
| Shelly Hill | Lindy Sportak (Youth Executive) |