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.