The Multicultural Centre youth group supports newcomer youth ages 13-24 who are settling in Canada.

The youth group consists of various components including a weekly conversation circle on Mondays from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm designed to encourage youth to learn and practice English in an open and welcoming environment aside from educational settings.

Due to COVID-19, we are currently offering services virtually.

• Post-Secondary Guidance (OSAP support)
• Tutoring Matches
• Cooking Activities (every last Wednesday of the month)
• Professional Development Opportunities (First Aid, Smart Serve etc)
• Recreational Activities
• Life Skills and Employment Workshops
• Mental Health Workshops
• Homework Help (Every Tuesday from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm)
• Conversation Circle (Every Monday from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm)
• Programs are offered after school, weekends and during school holidays
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Youth workers provide support to newcomer youth by helping them succeed in finding volunteer opportunities, job search, and educational support and offering a safe and welcoming environment to grow and thrive as they settle into Canada.

You must be one of the following categories to be eligible:

• Permanent Resident
• Refugee Claimant
• Convention Refugee
• Landed Immigrant
• Intent to Land
• Live-in Caregiver

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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 determine which program is best for you.

St. Catharines‍

85 Church St. St. Catharines, ON, L2R 3C7
Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm

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Niagara Falls by appointment only.

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Due to COVID-19, we are currently offering services virtually.