Switch Yard 2.86

The Switch Yard is a youth centre dedicated to investing in the lives of young people throughout North Hastings by providing opportunities for them to be themselves and know that they are valued more than they could ever imagine.

We offer a variety of programs that not only provide something to do with friends, but an opportunity to try something new or discover their passions within.

Our drop-in program offers a safe place for the youth to hang out and have some fun throughout the week fully equipped with a pool table, Foosball, a concession, Wii, weekly dinner and homework help to only name a few of the activities we offer during this night-time based program. This is for youth between the ages of 14-19.

We also offer a number of after-school programs throughout the week for kids between the ages of 10-14 geared to having a good time and learning how their passions can turn into something so much more. Come Cook With Me is a cooking program where young people get the chance to learn how to cook a three course meal each week and share the meal with the parents after. We also offer art and music programs that allow for a safe learning environment to try new things and express themselves within. All programs are offered free of charge.

In the works for the Switch Yard are a number of new opportunities to offer youth much more access to the services provided by the centre and the community. Switch Yard works alongside a number of different social services agencies in order to better serve the youth in the region, opening doors to new opportunities for us to work within.