The new Native Child and Family Life Centre in Scarborough, Ontario is an Aboriginal-focused childcare and multi-purpose community hub. Its bold form is a visible statement about self-determination and native presence in a diverse city. A curvilinear Corten addition with an exposed wooden underside houses four dedicated childcare rooms, a shared youth and adult classroom, and two multi-purpose rooms. The programmatic needs are enhanced by an educational garden and playground. Sustainable design strategies were integral to the project, reflecting Aboriginal philosophies about environmental stewardship.