Youth Services
Browse our weekly programs and workshops online now. Pre-registration for our drop-in programs is recommended but not required.
Proud to be Me – Learning and Life Skills
This 13-week program at Trafalgar Park Community Centre will help ages 9-12 build a positive self-image. Enjoy a number of creative, fun, and interactive games, activities and guest speakers!
Topics we'll explore include:
- healthy eating
- positive body image, and
- self-care.
Sign up now and join us 6-7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, from September 20 to December 13.
Check availability or register nowVolunteering
The Oakville Youth Action Committee (OYAC) is a group of youth volunteers working to enhance their local community by encouraging meaningful youth participation in community recreation programs and events.
The Recreation and Culture department accepts youth volunteers into select children’s programs:
- Volunteers interested in summer camp placements must complete the Learn to Lead course prior to the placement.
- Volunteers interested in general program placements from September through to June can contact the recreation centre directly and ask to speak with the Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Assistant.
Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page for more information.
Community services for youth
Following are some key phone numbers and links to organizations that offer support services in a variety of areas. You can check out the Halton Youth Services Directory for more resources.
Danielle's Place (Eating Disorder Support and Resource Centre)
Drug and Alcohol Helpline – 1-866-531-2600
Halton Family Services – 905-845-3811
Halton Region Pregnancy Support – Dial 311 or 1-866-442-5866
Halton Women's Place – 905-332-7892
Kids Help Phone (24 hours) – 1-800-668-6868
Legal Aid – 1-800-668-8258
Lesbian/Gay/Bi/Trans Youth Line – 1-800-268-9688
Oakville Distress Centre – 905-849-4541
Ontario Works (help with cost of living) – Dial 311 or 1-866-442-5866
ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) – 905-878-9785
SAVIS (Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services of Halton) 24 hour help line – 905-875-1555
Sexual Health Clinics, including Health @ 232 in Oakville – 905-825-6000, ext. 6065
Volunteer Halton – 905-878-0955
Youth Week
Every year, Oakville celebrates National Youth Week from May 1 to 7 with FREE activities, learning opportunities and events for youth ages 11-19.
Do you have questions?
Please email oakvilleyouth@oakville.ca or call Colleen Beswick at 905-845-6601, ext. 3624.