Volunteer Opportunity: Canada Day Crew
Cost: $10 – Complete the whole day and you will receive a $10 gift card and an AYC Volunteer Certificate.
Ages 12-18
Date: Tuesday July 1st 12:00 – 5:00pm,
Where: Abbotsford Exhibition Park (32470 Haida Drive, Abbotsford, BC)
Come Volunteer with the AYC and support the Canada Day Community Celebrations! From 12:00–1:00pm, participate in our Volunteer Training and Setup, and then dive into the vibrant energy of the Family Festival from 1:00–5:00 PM. Be part of the action as AYC Volunteers support the inspiring Community Showcase! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to give back, have fun, gain volunteer hours and make a difference!
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Involved Leadership Camp
(Full-Day Camp)
When: 9:00am-4:00pm from July 7-10 (Monday to Thursday)
Where: MRC Youth Centre – 3106 Clearbrook Road
Cost: $100
Ages: 12 - 18
Description: Join us for an unforgettable Full Day Youth Camp for ages 12-18! This development-focused camp not only builds leadership skills through fun and engaging challenges but also introduces participants to meaningful volunteer training and initiatives. Work alongside peers, gain valuable experience, and make an impact in your community!
Participants in our leadership camp also have the chance to gain volunteer hours at our youth centre throughout the summer.
Notes: Lunch is NOT provided, please pack a lunch and a water bottle.
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Summer Splash! (Half-Day Camp)
When: July 14-17 (Monday to Thursday)10:00am-12:00pm
Where: ARC Youth Centre – 2499 McMillan Road
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 18
Description: Beat the summer heat with our exciting Summer Splash Camp! Pack your swimsuit and towel for a week filled with wild water adventures and refreshing fun. Join us for awesome water activities like water balloon baseball, slip and slide and a frozen t-shirt challenge. Dive into the ultimate mid-summer escape and enjoy experiences you'll treasure forever!
Notes: Lunch is NOT provided, please pack a lunch and a water bottle**Please bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen each day.
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Explore the Arts! (Half-DayCamp)
When: July 21-24 (Monday to Thursday) 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: ARC Youth Centre (2499 McMillan Rd.)
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 18
Description: Unleash your creative side with our Explore the Arts Camp for youth ages 12-18! Discover the arts through painting, drama, clay, and so much more. Let your imagination soar and make this summer truly inspiring!
Notes: *Bring a Lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Drop-in Youth Center until 4:30pm at no extra cost!
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GAMERS UNITE (Half-Day Camp)
When: 10:00am-12:00pm from July 28-31 (Monday to Thursday)
Where: ARC Youth Centre (2499 McMillan Rd.)
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 18
Description:
Calling All Gamers! Step into thrilling E-rated video game showdowns with friends, engage in real-world gaming-inspired activities, and enjoy an unforgettable journey of fun and friendly competition. From Mario Party in Real Life to Pokemon trainer bootcamp or a Minecraft build battle, we've got tons of video game fun, whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out - all levels of gamers are welcome to join the fun!
Notes: **Bring a lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Youth Centre until 4:30 pm at no extra cost!
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Bring a lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Youth Centre until 4:30pm at no extra cost!
Camp Champ Challenge! (Half-Day Camp)
When: 10:00am-12:00pm from August 5-8 (Tuesday to Friday)
Where: ARC Youth Centre (2499 McMillan Rd.)
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 18
Description: Gear up for a week of excitement at Camp Champ Challenge! This action-packed camp features engaging outdoor games, friendly competitions, nine square, capture the flag, spike ball, and so much more. Join us and claim the title of camp champ!
Notes: **Bring a lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Youth Centre until 4:30pm at no extra cost!
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Summer Survival (Half-Day Camp)
When: 10:00am-12:00pm from August 11-14 (Monday to Thursday)
Where: ARC Youth Centre (2499 McMillan Rd.)
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 15
Description: Get ready for the ultimate adventure at Summer Survival Camp! This hands-on camp is all about survival preparedness and building essential skills for the great outdoors. Learn how to navigate, build shelters, and handle real-life challenges in a fun and supportive environment. And, of course, no survival camp would be complete without making s'mores!
Notes: **Bring a lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Youth Centre until 4:30 pm at no extra cost!
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Unsolved Mysteries (Half-Day Camp)
When: 10:00am-12:00pm from August 18-21 (Monday to Thursday)
Where: ARC Youth Centre (2499 McMillan Rd.)
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 18
Description: Step into the world of intrigue at Unsolved Mysteries Camp—an unforgettable experience for teens ages 12-18! Explore intriguing cases in a murder mystery game, decode cryptic clues in our AYC Youth Centre escape room, and tackle puzzles that will sharpen your problem-solving skills. Are you ready to unravel the unknown and put your detective skills to the test? Join us and become a true mystery master!
Notes: Bring a Lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Drop-in Youth Center until 4:30pm at no extra cost!
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Water World (Half-Day Camp)
When: 10:00am-12:00pm from August 25-28 (Monday to Thursday)
Where: ARC Youth Centre (2499 McMillan Road)
Cost: $50
Ages: 12 - 18
Description: Wrap up your summer with a splash at our Water World Camp! Bring your swimsuit and towel for a week of refreshing water adventures and exciting H2O activities. Cool off, have fun, and make lasting memories before the summer season ends!
Notes: Bring a Lunch and stay to hang out in our FREE Drop-in Youth Center until 4:30pm at no extra cost!
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FoodSafe Courses
Ages (14-18yrs)
Cost: $80
This level one course is for service front line workers such as bus persons, servers, dishwashers and cooks. Foodsafe Certificate with successful completion.
Location: MRC Youth Centre
Notes:
Please bring a pen or pencil, lunch, snacks and water bottle. Your FOODSAFE certificate will be delivered to our main office in the Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre several weeks after the successful completion of the course. We will mail it to you when they arrive.
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Red Cross Babysitter's Course
Ages (11-15yrs)
Cost: $65
This Red Cross program will teach youth the skills to care for infants to school aged children and help youth become responsible babysitters. Certificate provided upon completion.
Location: MRC Youth Centre
- Monday-Thursday, July 14th-17th 10:00-12:00pm (4-day course)
- Wednesday, July 30th 9:00-4:00pm (1 day course)
- Wednesday, August 13th 9:00-4:00pm (1 day course)
- Wednesday, August 27th 9:00-4:00pm (1 day course)
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