Drop-In Programs for Youth
Youth Centre Drop-In- FREE
Get ready for fun of all kinds. Join us for music, friends, adventure and much more! We switch it up every time, so that you never get bored. Check out the monthly calendars to get the details of what is happening.
Wednesdays
Pre-Teens: 4 – 6:30 p.m.,
Teens: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Fridays
Pre-Teens: 4 – 6:30 p.m.,
Teens: 7:30 – 10 p.m.
MFRC-NCR Youth Centre
Uplands location, MFRC-NCR
330 Croil Pvt., Building 471
Saturday Drop-In- FREE
Grab your friends and head on over to the Youth Centre. You can play games, do a craft, play some pool, or browse the Internet. It’s your day, so use it your way!
Pre-Teens: 1 – 4 p.m.,
Teens: 6 – 9 p.m
MFRC Youth Centre, Saturdays: Jan. 14 and 28, and Feb. 11 and 25
MFRC-NCR Youth Centre
Uplands location, MFRC-NCR
330 Croil Pvt., Building 471
Ongoing Activities
Gamer Delight- FREE
Love to play video games? Want to play on a big screen with all of your friends? Come on down to the Youth Centre! You can even bring your own game system and games if you would like. Battle it out like pros in a night that is just for gamers.
Pre-Teens: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.,
Teens: 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
MFRC Youth Centre, Monday evenings: Jan 30, and Feb 27
Art Club- FREE
Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? Do you love to paint? Want to do some cool arts and crafts? The Youth Centre offers an Art Club, where you can come, have an art lesson if you want, or just use the time to do some crafts. If you are working on something at home, feel free to bring it here and work on it while listening to music, laughing with friends and seeing what other people are up to. For older youth who are looking to get their art portfolio started, this is a great opportunity to get some feedback and learn new techniques.
Pre-Teens: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.,
Teens: 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
MFRC Youth Centre, Monday nights: Jan. 23, and Feb. 20
Teen Zumba Class- FREE
The fitness craze that is taking over fitness clubs everywhere is now offered in Uplands! Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. There is no other fun like a Zumba Fitness-Party. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating, often building a deep-rooted community among returning participants
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Uplands EPPS, Gym, Thursday evenings: Jan. 26, and Feb. 23
Friday Movie Night- FREE
Want to watch the latest movies? Come over to the Youth Centre to watch the latest movies out on video and remember, the munchies are free too!
Pre-Teens: 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.,
Teens: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
MFRC Youth Centre, Friday evenings: Jan. 27, and Feb. 24
Open Gym Program- FREE
Dodge ball, tag, octopus, basketball, we play it all at Open Gym on Tuesday and Thursday evenings! Uplands EPPS, Gym
The program will run until Thursday, Dec. 22 and start once more on Tuesday, January 10.
Tuesdays
Pre-Teens: 7 – 8 p.m.,
Teens: 8 – 9 p.m.
Thursdays
Pre-Teens: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.,
Teens: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Winter Special Events
NEW! Self Defence Workshop for Girls
Cost: $5.00
For girls between the ages of 10 and 19. Self defence teaches important life skills and gives youth a sense of empowerment in today’s society. This class will teach girls how to take control of situations, teach positive habits and discipline. Spaces are limited.
Saturday, January 14, 1 – 5 p.m.
Location: Orleans Coalition Martial Arts, 790 Taylor Creek Dr.
Registration and payment is due by Friday January 13.
Saturday, January 21, 1 – 5 p.m.
Location: Kanata Black Belt Excellence Martial Arts Academy, 62 Stonehaven Dr.
Registration and payment is due by Friday January 20.
Saturday February 4, 1 – 5 p.m.
Location: MFRC Youth Centre
Registration and payment is due by Friday February 3.
Contact: Brittany at (613) 991-5051 or Brittany.Jadayel@forces.gc.ca
PD Day Drop-In
Cost: $2.00
For teens between the ages of 13 and 19. Hang out with your friends, play pool, surf the net, watch a movie, the possibilities are endless. Some snacks will be provided.
Friday, January 27, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, February 17 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
MFRC-NCR Youth Centre
Uplands location, MFRC-NCR
330 Croil Pvt., Building 471
Looking for a PD Day Program for 8-12 years old? Contact PSP at (613) 998-8216.
Winter Formal Dance
Cost: $2.00
Dress up in your most fashionable and formal duds and shake your groove thing to the best beats at the best place!
MFRC Youth Centre, Friday, February 3
Pre-Teens: 5 – 7 p.m.,
Teens: 8 – 10 p.m.
Weekend Youth Sporting Adventures in Québec City
Cost: to be determined
Open to youth between 12 and 18 years old. Join us for an action-packed weekend in beautiful Québec City! Trip includes: A day at the Québec Winter Carnival, full-day pass to Village Vacances Valcartier (snow tubing, go karting on ice), shopping in Old Québec City (must bring own spending money), round trip transportation, accommodation for 2 nights, meals and admission to all activities.
Parent Information Evening: February 7, 7 p.m.
Departure: Friday, February 10 at 5 p.m.
Return: Sunday, February 12 at 8 p.m.
Please contact the PSP Recreation office at (613) 998-8216 for more information or to register.
Registration and payment must be received by Friday, February 3.
NEW! Lazer Quest Lock-In for Boys
Cost: $35.00
There will be no sleeping on this night! Bring a friend to find out who really is the best. A snack will be provided, however bringing your own drinks and snacks is highly recommended. Spaces are limited
POSPONED to a later date (TBD)
For more information, contact Brittany at (613) 991-5051.
Community Involvement Programs
Community Youth Council
For youth 12 and older. This committee meets once a month to discuss youth programming in the community.
MFRC Youth Centre, Tuesdays: Jan 17, and Feb 21 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
New members are always welcome, and refreshments are provided
If you are interested in joining this committee, contact:
Brittany at (613) 991-5051
Brittany.Jadayel@forces.gc.ca.