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Program:
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Multicultural Youth Council
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Address:
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511 Victoria Ave E
Thunder Bay, ON
P7C 1A8
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Location:
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- Located at Victoria Ave E in the S ward of the city of Thunder Bay
- Closest intersection is at Victoria Ave E and May St
- Situated near Victoriaville Centre near the Victoria Ave entrance
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Not Accessible; entrance at street level
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 10 am-5 pm; Programs: 3:30 pm-9 pm
Youth Centre Drop-In: hours extended for study, tutoring, computer use
Dennis Franklin Cromarty After School Study Group: Mon-Fri 4:15 pm-7:15 pm
Weekends: Opened fo
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Service Description:
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Operates a regional network of people from all backgrounds working together to promote citizenship, preserve cultures, combat racism and promote getting along
A network for youth from all cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds working to promote acceptance, respect and appreciation of diversityOrganizes recreational, educational and other social activities to promote healthy lifestylesHolds dances every Fri night from 8pm-12 midnightOffers special programs and activities for children (7-11 yrs) such as summer camps run by volunteersAfter-School Program- Encourages young people to organize their own activities eg. workshops, dances, games and other fun activities to keep them off the streets at night
Drop-in Multicultural Youth Centre- Offers facilities for meetings, workshops, socials, study, tutoring, computer access, and networking
- Has members and affiliate groups throughout Northwestern Ontario
Revolution Girls Style Program- Educates young women about their rights and any issues that affect their well-being
Band of Brothers Program- Educates boys and young men about manhood, life skills and social responsibilities
Study Groups- Helps students to do well in school
Youth Leadership Development Training Program- Teaches youths to plan and organize their own activities
- Offers reception and orientation for new immigrant and refugee youths who come to Thunder Bay from other countries
- Provides orientation sessions for Indigenous students from remote communities coming to study in urban centres to help them adapt to city life
- Offers "Youth Working for Change" that incorporates race relations, safer communities and environmental campaigns
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children and youth between 7-25 years of age
Special programs and activities for children 7-11 yrs -- After-School Program, Arts and Crafts, Girl Power for pre-teens
Revolution Girls Style Program: Female youths, aged 11-17
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Available upon request
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Area Served:
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Kenora, Rainy River, and Thunder Bay
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