Downtown Youth Space

Visit the Downtown Youth Space (DYS) at the PCVS building, 201 McDonnel St., at the corner of George and McDonnel streets. (PACE@PCVS)

Call or text 705-927-7046 for more information.

The Downtown Youth Space is open Tuesday to Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. starting September 13, 2023 to June 21, 2024.

DYS is a free, inclusive drop-in centre offered by the Recreation Division welcoming youth age 12 to 18. Its a supervised recreational program, offering a variety of programmed activities.

Free WiFi
Pool table, foosball, air hockey, ping-pong
Special events, crafts, sports, board games
Open Gym on Tuesdays & Thursdays is back, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the lower gym
Laptops and printers
PlayStation, Wii, XBox 360
A fun space to make your own

Come in and hang out with our staff – some staff are former participants and have been involved with DYS for several years.

Follow and like our social media posts for schedules and upcoming activities.

Please note that Downtown Youth Space will be closed on the following dates:

Monday, October 9, 2023 - Thanksgiving
December 19, 2023 through January 9, 2024
Monday, February 19, 2024 - Family Day
Friday, March 29, 2024 - Good Friday
Monday, April 1, 2024 - Easter
Monday, May 20, 2024 - Victoria Day
June 25, 26, 27, 28, 2024

Summer Hours

July 2 to August 23, 2024

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday Night Try-It Sports Program

Drop by for a free weekly supervised gym program and try some new sports. Try pickleball, basketball, dodgeball and more.

Try it sports are open to all players of all levels in a non-competitive and friendly environment.

When: Thursdays 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (September 28, 2023 - April 25, 2024)
Where: Otonbobee Valley Public School, 580 River Road South.
Who: Youth ages 12 to 16

Call or text 705-927-7046 for more information.

Youth Night at the Sport & Wellness Centre

The Sport & Wellness Centre offers a free, supervised drop-in sport program that includes volleyball, basketball, badminton, and more! Come try it out:

When: Fridays, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Sport & Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr.
Who: Youth ages 10 to 16

Certain dates may be subject to last minute cancellation. Visit the current drop-in schedule for more information.

Call or text 705-927-7046 for more information.