Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
Christine Liverance R/TRO is a skilled professional in the field of addictions and recreation therapy, currently serving as a Coordinated Access Addictions Caseworker at St. Michael's Hospital since July 2021, where responsibilities include triaging clients and conducting intake assessments. Christine has also been a Recreation Therapist/Point of Care Facilitator at CAMH since April 2014, focusing on program development, client recreation plans, and case management. Additional experience includes roles as an Addiction Service Worker at St. Joe's Hospital and as a Recreation Student Therapist with the Correctional Service of Canada. Christine has a solid educational background with degrees in Indigenous Social Work from Laurentian University and Therapeutic Recreation from Canadore College, along with certifications in Addiction Studies from Centennial College. Christine's diverse experience also encompasses crisis counseling, program facilitation, and lifeguarding, showcasing a strong commitment to client support and community service.
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Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization to empower and support all Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario through research, advocacy, policy development and programs that focus on local, regional and provincial activities. Our vision is to be a unified voice for equity, equality and justice for Indigenous women through cultural restoration within and across Nations. Established in 1971, ONWA delivers culturally enriched programs and services to Indigenous women and their families regardless of their status or locality. We are committed to providing services that strengthen communities and guarantee the preservation of Indigenous culture, identity, art, language and heritage. Ending violence against Indigenous women and their families and ensuring equal access to justice, education, health services, environmental stewardship and economic development, sit at the cornerstone of the organization. ONWA insists on social and cultural well–being for all Indigenous women and their families, so that all women, regardless of tribal heritage may live their best life.