Youth Centre
The Nelson & District Youth Centre provides a fun, safe and accepting environment for all youth to hang out and meet new friends.
The NDYC offers a variety of programs, services and activities including: an indoor ramp sports area and basketball court; arts and crafts and dance studios; and a drop-in lounge for playing games, watching TV or just hanging out. The Youth Employment Resource Centre, which provides a job board, workshops and outreach services, is open weekdays 9:30 to 4:30.
The Rules
Everyone using this facility has the right to, and responsibility of, providing an environment:
- Where dignity and respect are protected
- Where youth can have access to a variety of resources
- Free from physical, emotional or sexual harassment or abuse
- Free from alcohol, smoking and/or drugs
- Free from discrimination based on sex, wealth, ability, peer group, sexual orientation or beliefs
- Free from offensive language
- With positive and qualified guidance and/or supervision
- That encourages fair conflict resolution strategies
- That is safe and non-threatening
- That fosters individuality
- That gives youth a voice in Centre operations and management
All youth are invited to the NDYC. Please note that any youth 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information on employment visit the Youth Employment Resource Centre website.
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