Dryden Youth Centre Grand Opening, File Photo Prior To COVID-19 Pandemic
Youth in Dryden have a place to call their own again as the Youth Centre reopens it’s doors today (Thursday July 22).
An outside meet and greet, with COVID-19 restrictions in place, is on at 113 Albert Street from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Youth ages 11-16 are encouraged to attend.
Hannah Psutka has taken on the role of Centre Facilitator.
“I look forward to meeting the youth participating in future activities at the Dryden Youth Centre. I am excited to get to know them all so that we can tailor the programming and events moving forward to suit their needs and interests.”
Youth will be screened for COVID-19 upon arrival and there will be access to washroom facilities where masks or face coverings will be mandatory.
The DYC will operate for the rest of 2021 and into May 2022 as the Kenora District Services Board, in partnership with the City of Dryden and the Dryden and Area Community Well-Being Committee, are actively seeking additional long-term and sustainable funding.
“The partners involved with the Dryden Youth Centre are pleased to be able to offer a place for our young people to drop in and participate in a variety of barrier-free, supervised activities. We hope that many young people in the community take part in the various programming that will be offered in this safe and inclusive environment,” says Henry Wall, Chief Administrative Officer
of the KDSB.
“I am pleased to see the Youth Centre again opening its doors to area youth. This pandemic has been a long, difficult journey for many, including our youth. Having this safe space and programming will help our return to normal as well as contributing to our overall community safety and well-being,” says Roger Nesbitt, Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Dryden.
The DYC is located in the upstairs level of the Dryden Children’s Resource Centre at 113 Albert Street and aims to provide a safe, dedicated space for youth to foster opportunities for positive engagement, mentorship, and community connectedness..
