The Youth Lounge is free-to-access drop-in style space for youth (ages 15-23) to gather for social activities, youth engagement, exchange knowledge and experiences and to explore open dialogue. The Youth Lounge is designed to focus efforts into awareness, training and education.

Activities include:

• Individual & Group Counseling sessions (in person/virtual),

• Leadership Training that promote leadership development and civil engagement.

• Digital Media/Communications

• Mentorships

• Harm Reduction Education Activities

• Peer-Led Social Activities such as movie and game nights

• Mental Health Learning & Self-care workshops (in person/virtual)

• Youth Job connections that supports youth by providing placement employment opportunities through SWCSN

YMBCJS is aimed for youth (ages 17-29) who have been involved with police or courts, curfews, house arrest, community service, and probation.

Types of supports available:

• workshops, group couching & one – on one support

• Harm-reduction assistance

• Resources and referrals

• Employment networking/training

• Substance use/abuse education

• Leadership training, Motivational Interviewing & Trauma Informed Care.

YMBCJS provides referrals to relevant agencies in legal aid, education, mental health & addiction and, conflict mediation. SWCSN has been successful at providing families with the right supports and services and works with probation officers.

The Enhanced Youth Outreach Worker program (EYOW) brings support to youth at risk of engaging in anti-social behavior’s and/or experiencing challenges related to mental health, addictions, or trauma.

Open to children 8 – 18 years of age. We provide both indoor and outdoor activities. We provide workshops such as capacity building, health and safety education, nutritional education and, basic camping skills.