Child & Youth - Leadership

Programs and activities for teens ensure that youth have opportunities to grow more independent, learn new skills, make new friends, and find spaces to belong.

Safety for Independent Living Program

In collaboration with Community Living Ontario and Central West Specialized Developmental Services, the comprehensive safety program is designed to meet the needs of youth and adults with intellectual disabilities 14 and older.

Delhi Friendship Centre

• $78.00

• Monday, October 16 to December 18

• 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Canadian Safety Council Babysitter Training Course

For youth who are 12 years old or turning 12 within six months of the end of the course. Both sessions must be attended. Grade of 75% on the final exam required to receive certificate. Topics include caring for children from three months to school-aged, handling emergencies and prevention and Basic First Aid.

• $78.00

Simcoe Recreation Centre

• December 27 and 29

• 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Waterford Community Centre

• March 11 and 13

• 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

SOS 4 Kids! Home Alone Safety Program

The program helps children and their families get ready for their child’s first steps towards independence and being without adult supervision for short periods of time. Suited for children aged 9 to 12. Topics include street smarts and bike safety, preventing accidents and Basic First Aid skills.

• $46.00

Simcoe Recreation Centre

• Thursday, December 28

• 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Waterford Community Centre

• Tuesday, March 12

• 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

SOS 4 Kids! My Safe Life: Personal Safety for Kids Program

Designed for children 7 to 10 years, children learn life skills that empower them to make safe, caring, and respectful decisions in their everyday lives both online and offline. Topics include bullying prevention, basic self-defense, and Basic First Aid.

Simcoe Recreation Centre

• $46.00

• December 28

• 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Leaders in Training (LIT)

This program prepares youth 14 to 16 years of age to take on leadership roles, focus on cooperative learning, and develop coaching and instruction skills. Participants will receive the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCSD) and First Aid/CPR certifications. Volunteering at Norfolk County recreation programs qualifies for high school volunteer hours.

Simcoe Recreation Centre

• $350.00

• Wednesday, February 7 and 21, March 6 and 20, April 3 and 17, May 1, 15 and 29

• 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD)

Program equips front-line leaders, or anyone interested in working with children 4 to 12 years of age with the tools to enhance the quality of recreation programs. Perfect for camp counsellors, after school staff, swim instructors and coaches.

Simcoe Recreation Centre

• $78.00

• Saturday, February 24

• 9:00 a.m. to 1:30p.m.

Norfolk County Youth Action Committee

This free program is for students ages 13 to 19 who are looking to get involved in their community. The programs meet biweekly on Wednesdays at the Simcoe Recreation Centre, September 20 to May 29, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact recreation@ norfolkcounty.ca.