Peterborough Youth Commission

Record #: PET2080

Last Modified: 24 Oct 2024

Last Full Update: 29 Sep 2021

Description (Service)

A youth friendly community forum that is open to all members of the public.

Focus of this committee is to address issues and concerns facing youth in the community and to celebrate the good work youth are doing in the community.
Addresses the concerns of youth through its vision of Strong Youth, Enriched Community.
The group and community partners have developed initiatives that focus on the needs of youth including: Establishing the Downtown Youth Space- free drop in recreational program, Youth Council, Free bus transportation for youth who volunteer at activities and programs throughout the city, Hosting of National Youth Week Events annually May 1st-7th

Hours	Bi-monthly meetings: Third Tue of the month 3:30 pm-5 pm
Areas Served	Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility	Live or attend school in Peterborough 10 year(s) - 21 year(s);
Application	Membership, contact for details
Languages	English
Fees	None

Site Location	Meetings: Auditorium
Located In Community	Peterborough
Address & Map	City Hall, 500 George St N Peterborough, ON Canada K9H 3R7
Intersection	George St N and Murray St
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Office Phone	705-742-7777, ext 2255
Fax	705-748-8824
E-Mail	kelliott@peterborough.ca
Website	www.peterborough.ca
Primary Contact	Ellen Stewart, Youth Recreationist-City of Peterborough, Recreation Division; Phone: ext 2255
Mailing Address	c/o Kelly Elliott, City Hall, 500 George St N Peterborough, ON Canada K9H 3R7