School Year Programming
Neighbourhood Recreation Program (NRP)
GRADES SK-6
Mondays – Thursdays
NRP is a free, inclusive registered recreation program for children offered in the City of Thunder Bay.
Join our staff after the bell for crafts, games, activities and sports, as well as a daily snack! NRP runs at the school’s dismissal and runs for two hours.
Our Leaders are trained in First Aid, the High Five principles of Healthy Childhood Development, Behaviour Management, Inclusion, and more.
NRP Locations:
- St. Margaret School
- St. Thomas Aquinas School
- Westmount Public School
If your child would benefit from support through Junior Inclusion Services please email jis@thunderbay.ca prior to registering.
For general program information:
Youth Programs
Youth Move
Youth Move Drop-In sites are year-round spaces where youth are free to stop by. Our Drop-In program features a variety of daily themes, such as Minute-To-Win-It, STEM, Art, Fitness, and Game-On!
We provide a snack each day, an opportunity to be active and activities that get youth socializing with other youth ages 10-18.
Program locations:
- Kinsmen Youth Centre
- Minnesota Park
- Canada Games Complex
See below a schedule of our drop-in locations and times for Fall 2024 (Starting Monday Sept 9)
Youth Move Drop-In
| Kinsmen Youth Centre | Minnesota Park | Canada Games Complex |
|---|---|---|
| 609 James St. N | 820 Minnesota St | 420 Winnipeg Ave |
| Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 3:30pm - 7:30pm & Weds Teen Nights (for ages 13-18): 5pm-8pm | Mon, Weds & Fri 3:30pm - 7:30pm | Tuesdays 6pm-8pm |
Special Events
Special Events occur at various locations around Thunder Bay. These include themed activities at our locations and outings with community partners (paintball, escape room, etc). These events must be registered for in advance by calling (807) 625-863 or going to Perfect Mind. Special events range in pricing from $0 – $25. Visit our website for all the special events we have planned for this fall!
How-To
Our How-To Program is a skill building program for youth. We provide multi-session events to help youth strengthen their skills in different areas such as: cooking, crocheting, painting, golf, etc. This program is offered on a designated weekday evening over a series of weeks. These events must be registered for in advance by calling (807) 625-8463 or going to Perfect Mind. To view our How-To sessions for this fall, please visit our website for updated information!
Junior Inclusion Services
Junior Inclusion Services
Meet Friends, Have Fun, Participate!
One-On-One Support
Facilitating the inclusion of Children & Youth with disabilities in the Recreation & Culture Division’s Programming
- JIS support is FREE! (not including registration fees)
- A site or virtual visit will be conducted prior to the start of support
- To initially apply for JIS, complete a Participant Intake Form
- Please contact us prior to registering for a program
JIS supports the Recreation & Culture Division’s Children and Youth programs, swimming lessons and 4U programs.
PAL Card
The Personal Attendant for Leisure (PAL) Card is issued to a person with a disability, enabling their support person access to a facility that accepts the PAL Card, at no cost.
The PAL Card is accepted at City of Thunder Bay recreation programs and recreation facilities, as well as a number of private recreation facilities in the community. Email us for an up to date list.
Financial Assistance
PRO Kids
PRO Kids makes it possible for children and youth to get involved in activities when families cannot afford the fees.
Application forms are also available at:
- Public Libraries
- Canada Games Complex
- Volunteer Pool
- Churchill Pool
- Victoriaville Civic Centre
PRO Kids partners with over 200 community activity providers! View our Partner List
For more information, visit our website or contact us: