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Youth Services

What is the Niagara Folk Arts Multicultural Centre’s Youth Program?

The youth program offers several opportunities for newcomer youth age 13 to 24 to get connected to the community.

We do this through:

Group activities: including dance, sport, cooking, crafts and more
Special events: including the Amazing Race, Cook Off and Winter Carnival
Tutoring: Meet a Canadian tutor who will help you with your homework or studies as well as practice English
Conversation Café: Meet with newcomer and Canadian youth to practice your English conversation skills in a relaxed café setting (No tests!!!)
Volunteer Opportunities: The centre offers a variety of volunteer opportunities within the centre as well as helping you to connect to other community agencies to volunteer
Outings: We offer several chances to visit local attractions within the Niagara region and beyond

Benefits of Participating:

Comfortable relaxed environment
Meet new people
Try new things
Learn about the community
Learn about other cultures
Opportunity to build your resume and your network
Programs are offered after school, weekends and during school holidays

Office Hours:

Monday, Thursday, Friday 8:30-4:30
Tuesday- 10:00-6:00 (Niagara Falls Office)
Wednesday- 10:00-6:00

Summer hours:

Monday, Wednesday to Friday 8:30-4:30
Tuesday 8:30-4:30 (Niagara Falls Office)

Application/Intake Process:
Any youth age 13 to 24 who is interested is welcome to stop by the centre or make an appointment to meet with the program coordinator for a short interview to learn about the program and figure out which program is best for you.
Everyone is required to fill out an application form.
Newcomer youth application form CLICK HERE
Volunteer application form CLICK HERE

Eligibility:
Conventional refugees and permanent residents are eligible for youth programming at no cost

For more information or to register for upcoming activities please contact:
Melenie Bural
mbural@folk-arts.ca
(905) 685-6589 ext. 243

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