Reconnecting youth with the community, strengthening social skills and having fun.
These are some of the encouragements behind National Youth Week in Canada, which takes place each year at the start of May to celebrate their contributions to society.
The COVID-19 pandemic likely took a toll on young people as many dealt with isolation and uncertainty.
So, in an effort to bring them back together, Coquitlam has tapped a week full of free interactive events in an effort to engage youth with others their age in the community, all while trying new things.
Between May 1 and 7, Coquitlam's community recreation department has listed 18 events that range from health and well being to sports and arts for those aged 11 to 18 years old.
Seminars are also on the agenda to enlighten youth in other areas of life, including financial literacy.
A week-long scavenger hunt kicks off the celebration on May 1, in which youth will be encouraged to solve and find daily clues, take selfies at locations spread across the city and submit them for potential prizes.
Interested participants are encouraged to pre-register for the free activities set to take places at various facilities, like the Pinetree and Poirier community centres, the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex and the City Centre Aquatic Complex.
Some of the events scheduled for Youth Week include:
Sunday, May 1
- Try-It: Youth Yoga
Monday, May 2
- Introduction to Financial Literacy Workshop
- Acrylic pour art class
Tuesday, May 3
- Make Your Own Terrarium
- Art Night
Wednesday, May 4
- Youth Services Seminar (virtual)
- Bubble Ball
- Clay Creations
Thursday, May 5
- Me, Myself and Mental Health
- Inventive Eco Art
Friday, May 6
- Basketball contest
- Improv Comedy
- Fitness Orientations
- Karaoke Night
- Youth Night at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex
Saturday, May 7
- Try-It: Barre
- Pre-Teen Glow in the Dark Dance
You can view a detailed schedule on the City of Coquitlam website.
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