Making Connections for Children and Youth

Organization:

Phone Numbers:

807-223-8550 Ext 3304

Fax:

807-223-2791

Address:

75-C Van Horne Ave
Dryden, ON
P8N 2B2

Location:

Making Connections for Children and Youth committee members are located at the Firefly NW office on Van Horne Ave in Dryden
Closest intersection is at Van Horne Ave and Albert St

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Firefly Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Public Contacts:

Ashley Apland - Director, MCCY
807-223-8550 Ext 3304 * aapland@fireflynw.ca

Service Description:

Works to enhance the lives of children and youth by providing sponsorship for cultural, leisure, and recreational activities for families facing financial barriers to access activities which can include:

Art and craft programs
Beavers
Cadets
Cubs
Dance
First Aid
Girl Guides
Music
Scouts
Summer and Sports Camps
Sports such as baseball, bowling, curling, gymnastics, hockey, junior football, skating, skiing and swimming

Ongoing initiatives and projects also include:

Addressing gaps in services for children and youth in the area
Developing and expanding services available to children and youth in crisis
Establishing a campaign to promote the message of anti violence and positive self esteem
Identifying the need for affordable recreational activities for children and youth
Establishing a central access point to post and announce all activities in Dryden for children and youth

Fees:

None

Application:

Requires submission of completed application by parents
Upon approval of financial assistance by committee, parents can register child in recreational activity and show approval letter to the activity provider

Eligibility / Target Population:

Children and youth 18 years of age and younger in financial need
Requires referral from community agency or group
Children are allowed to access 1 long-term activity per season
Parents are required to ensure that child attends recreational activity regularly

Languages:

English

Area Served:

District of Kenora