Youth Move
Youth Move is for anyone between the ages of 12 and 18 looking for some excitement. This program offers both drop-in sites and registered special events for youth.
Follow us on Facebook (CityofThunderBayYouth) and Instagram (@youthmovetbay) for our most recent updates and daily activities!
Drop in Sites
Youth Move Drop in Sites are year-round spaces where youth are free to drop by. Check out the drop-down menu to see what we're up to!
| Kinsmen Youth Centre |
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Come hang out with us! Games, crafts, video games, computer access, sports, snacks, and more. New activities each day!
Please wear a mask (or one will be provided). Social distancing will be implemented. Covid-19 symptom check, tracing questions, and hand sanitizing prior to entering the building. Sanitization after each use of any equipment.
Tues.-Fri. 1-7pm Sat. 12-4pm Free | Ages 10-18 Kinsmen Centre: 609 James St. N. Please e-mail melissa.miller@thunderbay.ca or call 807-625-2344 with any questions.
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| Evergreen |
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820 Minnesota Street
This drop-in site is closed until further notice.
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| Canada Games Complex |
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420 Winnipeg Avenue This drop-in site is closed until further notice. |
Special Events
Youth Move has a variety of different events for youth to check out throughout the year. All of our special events are registered events. To register for any of our special events please e-mail melissa.miller@thunderbay.ca with the participant's name, age, and address for delivery.
| Summer Events - Virtual Programs |
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July Events:
Thursday July 2nd at 2-3pm: Slime & Catapults (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday July 3rd at 3-5pm: CSI: Grounded: Online Escape Room (Live Zoom) Wednesday July 8th at 2-4pm: Weave Your Own Wall Hanging (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wednesday July 15th at 2-4pm: Pizza: DIY Dough, Sauce, and Cheese (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday July 17th at 2-4pm: Pizza: DIY Dough, Sauce, and Cheese (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wednesday July 22nd at 2-4pm: Weave Your Own Wall Hanging (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday July 24th at 3-5pm: CSI: Grounded: Online Escape Room (Live Zoom) Wednesday July 29th at 7-9pm: Zumba with Certified Zumba Instructor Mikayla (Live Zoom) Friday July 31st at 6-7:30pm: Decoupage Workshop with Fabiana from FabSpace (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom)
August Events:
Wednesday Aug. 5th at 2-3pm: DIY Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba Pearls (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Aug. 7th at 2-3:30pm: Mini Drip Cake Decorating Class (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Tuesday Aug. 11th at 2-3:30pm: DIY Pasta & Sauce (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wednesday Aug. 12th at 3-5pm: Online Escape Room: Mafia Murders (Live Zoom) Friday Aug. 14th at 2-3:30pm: Mini Drip Cake Decorating Class (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wednesday Aug. 19th at 6-7:30pm: Paint Night with Fabiana from FabSpace (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Aug. 21st at 2-3pm: DIY Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba Pearls (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Tuesday Aug. 25th at 2-3pm: Make Your Own Lava Lamp & Motor Experiments (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wednesday Aug. 26th at 2-3pm: Make Your Own Lava Lamp & Motor Experiments (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Aug. 28th at 1-4pm: End of Summer Bike Challenge (with prizes!; Scavenger Hunt with Clues) Friday Aug. 28th at 6-7:30pm: Paint Night with Fabiana from FabSpace (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom)
All events are free. Ages 12-18. Please register by e-mail with the participant's name, age, and address to melissa.miller@thunderbay.ca.
For more information please call weekdays 10-5pm 807-631-5014.
For more activities and other sweet things, check out our Facebook page (CityofThunderBayYouth) and Instagram (@youthmovetbay).
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| Fall Events - Online & In-Person |
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September Events:
Wednesday Sept. 2nd @ 2pm: Galaxy Crafts Class (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Thursday Sept. 3rd @ 2pm: Galaxy Crafts Class (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Sept. 4th @ 6:30pm: Grease Movie Night: Milkshakes & Netflix Party (Delivered Kits and Netflix Party) Wednesday Sept. 9th @ 6:30pm: DIY Fabric Mask: Intro Sewing (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Thursday Sept. 10th @ 6:30pm: Homemade Snacks: Granola Bars & Soft Pretzels (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Sept. 11th @ 6:30pm: Homemade Snacks: Granola Bars & Soft Pretzels (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wednesday Sept. 16th @ 6:30pm: Create Your Own Spa Night (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Sept. 18th @ 6:30pm: Create Your Own Spa Night (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Saturday Sept. 19th @ 11am: Writing for Self-Expression: Creative Writing Inspo. (Live Zoom) Wednesday Sept. 23rd @ 6:30pm: Sushi Party (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Thursday Sept. 24th @ 6:30pm: Sushi Party (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Friday Sept. 25th @ 6:30pm: Live Yoga Class (Live Zoom) Wednesday Sept. 30th @ 6:30pm: DIY: Candy and Caramel Apples (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom)
October Events:
Thursday Oct. 1th @ 6:30pm: DIY: Candy and Caramel Apples (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Fri. Oct. 2th @ 6-7pm: Instagram Live (No registration required) Wed. Oct. 7th @ 5:30pm-6:30pm: DIY Clay Jewellery (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Thurs. Oct. 8th @ 6-7pm: Facebook Live (No registration required) Fri. Oct. 9th @ 5:30-7pm: Thanksgiving Party (Themed activities and snacks; Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wed. Oct. 14th @ 5:30-7pm: Online Escape Room: The Overseer (Live Zoom) Thurs. Oct. 15th @ 5:30-6:30pm: Make Your Own Halloween Decorations (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Fri. Oct. 16th @ 6:30-7:15pm: Acting Workshop (Live Zoom) Sat. Oct. 17th @ 12-3pm: Bike Challenge 2.0 (In person scavenger hunt & Grand prize) Wed. Oct. 21st @ 5:30-7pm: Halloween Rice Krispie Treats & Pumpkin Hand Pies (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Thurs. Oct. 22nd @ 6pm: Nailed It! Cake Decorating Battle (In person event) Fri. Oct. 23rd @ 5:30-6:30pm: Halloween Mask Making (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Wed. Oct. 28th @ 5:30-6:15pm: Homemade Pumpkin Spice Candles (Delivered Kits and Live Zoom) Thurs. Oct. 29th @ 5:30-7:30pm: Halloween Netflix Party with Snacks (Delivered Kits and Live Netflix Party) Fri. Oct. 30th @ 5:30-7pm: Halloween Party (Themed activities and snacks; Delivered Kits and Live Zoom)
All events are free. Ages 12-18. Please register by e-mail with the participant's name, age, and address to melissa.miller@thunderbay.ca.
For more information please call weekdays 10-5pm 807-631-5014.
For more activities and other sweet things, check out our Facebook page (CityofThunderBayYouth) and Instagram (@youthmovetbay). |
| Other Programming |
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Check us out on our Facebook Page and Instagram Page!
During Youth Week we asked you what you like to do in Thunder Bay! Here is our compilation of your ideas. Some of these are safe to do while social distancing, and some are ideas to save for later! |
Check out our Facebook page or the Key for more information about all of our Special Events.
Things to know
Youth Move is nut safe – any food sent from home must be nut safe.
Youth may sign out at any time.
Participant Information Forms are required for all youth and can be found at any of the Drop In sites or Special Events.
If your child has a disability, we welcome them to come with a PSW or support may be provided through Junior Inclusion Services.
Contact us
Phone: 625-2344
Email: youthmove@thunderbay.ca
Youth Week
Youth Week happens every year from May 1st-7th and is a celebration of youth accomplishments and achievements in our community and across Canada.
Check out Youth Week TBay for more information about the events happening this year.
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