Northern Youth Councils Project

The primary focus of this project is to reduce adolescent pregnancy in Northern Manitoba by providing alternative activities for the youth. This project is youth driven and attendance has been very good with many youth being committed in their involvement with the project. Activities range from youth socials, wilderness weekends, movie nights, gym nights, various workshops selected by the youth, guest speakers, etc. This project has an active Youth Council in Thompson and has been assisting other northern communities with establishing their own Youth Councils. For further information please contact the Northern Youth Council Coordinator at 677-0988.

 

Northern Circle of Youth

This program is designed to meet the cultural, educational, employment, recreational and social needs of Aboriginal youth ages 12 - 24 years. Program goals are achieved utilizing a holistic, inclusive approach through the provision of programs and services. Activities include outdoor expeditions, youth conferences, cultural activities, sports, traditional teachings, career symposiums, etc. For further information please contact the Youth Site Supervisor at 677-0992.

 

Youth Employment Assistance Services Program

Offers youth assistance in seeking and obtaining employment. A variety of services are provided and consist of employment readiness workshops, resume preparation, interview preparation, job search techniques, Manitoba labour laws, labour market information, etc. Additional supports are provided to youth to ensure that any issues or barriers they have that prevent them from achieving employment, training and education goals are addressed. If additional counseling is required, a referral is made. In addition, individual employment/education counseling, various workshops, community presentations, etc. are conducted. For further information, please contact the Youth Employment Counsellor at 677-0987.

Street Involved Youth Outreach Program

This program will enhance community resources in addressing the needs of itinerant and residing street involved youth by providing a staff person who can engage, support and refer youth to appropriate agency services and programs to address their alcohol and drug issues, housing, physical, social and economic stressors. Promote relationship building with each youth as they must be engaged and trusting before any significant change will be made. For further information please contact the Street Involved Youth Outreach Worker at 677-0989.