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Our West Perth Youth Strategic Plan (coming soon!) is the municipality's commitment to growing social and economic opportunities for youth in West Perth. The Perth4Youth committee strives to make youth proud to call West Perth home, as well as encourage and foster their voices in our thriving community.
West Perth Youth Recreation Survey
Are you a youth living in West Perth? We want to hear from you regarding West Perth's recreation programs. Share your feedback by filling out the brief survey below.
Youth Recreation Survey
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West Perth Youth Activities for the week of October 11, 2021 - October 15, 2021 Get creative and active with us next week at the West Perth Community Centre! Join us for a Canvas Painting Party on October 13 from 3:30-5:30pm! On Thursday October 14 from 3:30-4:30pm join us for a free skate sponsored by the Municipality of West Perth! Please remember to bring your skates and helmet! After your skate, come for some snacks and games! Open to ages 12+. Register HERE
West Perth Youth Activities for the week of October 18, 2021 - October 22, 2021 Join us on October 18 and October 20 at the West Perth Community Centre for youth activities! On Monday, October 18 we’ve got a Painted Mason Jar Craft and on Wednesday, October 20 a Games Party featuring Minute-to-Win-it! Open to ages 12+! Register in advance HERE West Perth Youth Activities for the week of October 25-29, 2021 View the poster with activities here! Register in advance at westperth.com/youth for the Halloween Party on Friday, October 29! We will be making Watercolour Paper Leaf & Branch Mobiles! Halloween costumes are encouraged!
Youth Centre Opening October 22, 2021! View the opening day poster here We are so excited to finally be able to open now that all the updates are completed! Our opening day event will be held on Friday, October 22, 2021! Open to ages 12+! Drop-in from 3:30pm-6:00pm for some ice cream sundaes and activities. Some door prizes will be available. No registration required! Starting on October 22, the Youth Centre will be open weekdays from 3:30pm-6:00pm for drop-in. Special events will also be held with preregistration required so stay tuned! Visit westperth.com/youth for more information.
Do you have an idea for a program you’d like to see offered at the West Perth Youth Centre? Share it with our Recreation Coordinator! (519) 348-9311 or reccoordinator@westperth.com |
| Youth Week 2021 |
What is Youth Week?National Youth Week is a week dedicated to the celebration of youth and their active participation in their community. National Youth Week is not a program, but rather a movement. It is driven by what happens in local communities across Canada. The West Perth Youth Advisory Committee hosted West Perth’s first ever Youth Week celebration on August 1-7, 2021. This celebration was made up of a variety of different activities, learning opportunities, challenges, and events for youth to take part in.
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| Postponed: Support West Perth's recognition as a Youth Friendly Community |
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Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the burden it has had on recreation opportunities, Play Works has decided to put a hold on all Youth Friendly Community applications until 2022.
We want to thank everyone who has helped us with this application so far and assure you that any information we have collected will still be eligible when we apply next year. For those still interested in helping, we will update you as soon as applications open for 2022.
Thanks again for your commitment to this community!
Questions? Contact our Recreation Coordinator
reccoordinator@westperth.com or call 226-921-0142
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| Youth Advisory Committee (West Perth Youth) |
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The West Perth Youth Advisory Committee members have the important duty of advising the Municipal Staff and Council as to the concerns and interests of the youth and teens in our community. YAC members will also help plan special events, field trips, dances, enrichment programs and classes for teens. The West Perth YAC is a great opportunity to make a difference in our community while completing your Community Service Hours requirement. Requirements
View the flyer for more information. For more information, contact our Recreation Coordinator at (519) 348-9311 or email reccoordinator@westperth.com. Share your ideas! Do you have an idea for a youth event in West Perth? Share it with the West Perth Youth Advisory Committee by contacting our Recreation Coordinator at 519-348-9311 or reccordinator@westperth.com.
YAC received Stratford Perth Community Foundation - West Perth Smart & Caring Community Grant
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| 211 Ontario and ConnectYouth Perth Huron |
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211 Ontario is a helpline and online database of Ontario's community and social services. 211 is answered and updated by highly-trained specialists. Visit 211 Ontario to learn the services available for youth, including shelters for youth, young parent resources, and youth/summer employment. ConnectYouth Perth Huron is an online local resource for youth in Perth and Huron Counties to help them make educated decisions about their lives. |
