Downtown Youth Space

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

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. from September to June 2023.

DYS is a free drop-in centre offered by the Recreation Division welcoming youth age 13 to 18. A supervised recreational program.

Free WiFi
Pool table, foosball, air hockey, ping-pong
Special events, crafts, sports, board games
Open Gym on Tuesdays & Thursdays is back!
Laptops and printers, sitting areas
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:

Friday, April 7, 2023
June 27, 28, 29, 30, 2023

Summer Hours

July 4 to August 25, 2023

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

Wednesday Night Try-It Sports Program

Drop by PACE at PCVS lower gym 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: Wednesdays - April 4, 2023, to June 23, 2023, 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: PACE at PCVS, 201 McDonnell St., lower-level gym
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 12 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.