Youth
The goal of the North Shore Neighbourhood House Youth Program is to provide youth services to our community through our various neighbourhood locations and through partnership with other community service providers. We believe youth are valued members of our community; we work to support young people in a variety of ways, including community outreach, activities, drop-in programming, and more.
Youth Centre
The Youth Centre is open four days a week for preteens and youth ages 12-17. It’s a great place to spend time with friends, meet new people, play ping pong, or foosball.
Friendly youth leaders supervise the Youth Centre and can connect preteens and youth to volunteer opportunities, youth-led community groups, to one-on-one support and important resources and information.
Come to the free Youth Centre Sports Gym drop-in on Fridays and Saturdays from 7-10 p.m. No pre-registration required. Youth should bring their own sports equipment. We hope to see you there!
Youth Centre Hours
Wednesdays 3-8pm
Thursdays 3-8pm
Fridays 3-10pm
Saturdays 3-10pm
Location
We are located in the John Braithwaite Community Centre
145 West 1st Street, North Vancouver
Contact Us
Youth Centre Program Coordinator
– Renee youthcentre@nsnh.bc.ca
Youth Centre Manager
– Lea Howard lhoward@nsnh.bc.ca
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- TV / Streaming Services
- Xbox
- Nintendo Switch
- Board Games
- Ping Pong Table
- Foosball Table
- Lounge Area
- Snacks
- Easy Access to Transit
Youth Support
Youth Outreach Workers
Our Youth Outreach Workers provide one-to-one support, guidance and referrals in a non-judgemental way. Our goal is to make you feel safe, supported and respected.
A Youth Outreach Worker can support youth and their caregivers through challenging issues:
- One-to-one support (temporary or ongoing)
- Drug and alcohol education
- Family issues
- Job and resume skills
- Providing advocacy and information
- Referrals to other services
- And lots more!
Youth Outreach Manager
– Taylor Prescott tprescott@nsnh.bc.ca
In need of our services?
Get in touch with a Youth Outreach Worker here:
Need Help Now?
NS Youth Safe House (24 hours)
1-877-789-6884
Mon – Fri, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Youth Help Line (24 hours)
(604) 310-1234
24 hours
Youth Crisis Line (24 hours)
(604) 872-3311
Rape Crisis Line (24 hours)
(604) 255-6344
Suicide Support Line (24 hours)
1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433)
24 hours
Kids Help Line (24 hours)
1-800-668-6868
Foundry North Shore
604-984-5060
Alcohol/Drug Information & Referral Services
Mental Health Support & Information
310-6789
Ministry of Children & Family Development
1-800-663-9122
Kelty Mental Health Resources Centre
Options for Sexual Health
1-800-739-7367
Police / Fire / Ambulance (24hours)
911
Young Parents Program
Being a young parent comes with unique challenges and responsibilities.
The House administers the Young Parent Program (for youth ages 13-24 years) on the North Shore. Our program provides:
- One-to-one support with our Family Support Worker
- Group activities
- Parenting classes
- Out-trips
- Ongoing advocacy and support
We are partnered with the North Vancouver School District
Contact Family Support Worker at nsnhfsw@nsnh.bc.ca
CYSN Teen Club
Teen Club is a program for youth with extra needs aged 13 to 18 that focuses on social and life skill development through exposure to a wide variety of activities.
The teens attending the program are referred by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
