No matter how lofty the goals and projects of a youth centre, young people are only going to show up if they perceive their “second home” to be a fun, exciting and inspiring place. And The Door certainly doesn’t disappoint! There are a great variety of engaging activities at The Door every night. Many are structured by the experienced staff, but many of the best activities have been inspired by the youth themselves. It gives the youth a chance to meet new people, join with others to co-operate and have fun, and test their abilities with their peers. Each evening brings with it a new and thrilling experience!
Girl’s Day at The Door
Based on available funding and on our female membership numbers and/or the demand from female members, The Door runs girls only nights once a month. During those evenings, female members enjoy some time away from the boys while the female staff members and volunteers run various women empowerment specific programs including positive body image and women in the workforce information sessions. Furthermore, workshops include sexual health information sessions and self-defense classes are offered. In addition, arts and crafts programs as well as having influential female guest speakers come and inspire and motivate the members.
Physical Activity
The Door makes every effort to facilitate physical activity among our youth, along with a dose of healthy competition. Among the activities offered are basketball, boxing, badminton, road hockey, yoga, skateboarding, and more. Space within the Centre is also provided for pool and table tennis.
Arts Program
The concept and design of our Arts Program is structured so that our youth can receive a well-rounded artistic education and feel free to engage in self-expression.
Many of the visual arts projects undertaken by our youth and are proudly displayed at our centre and in our vibrant neighbourhood of Chinatown.
Media and Technology
Our computers, equipped with high speed internet, are in constant use by our youth for both for recreational and educational purposes.
Virtual Reality nights with Joe, Tech Tips and hands on skills. Video games provide healthy competition among our members.
The Door strives to be at the cutting edge of technology in our community.
