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We are excited to launch sign-up for our Keystone Summer Leadership Program!

This program is for youth 14-18 and will run Tuesday & Thursday from 12:00pm - 3:00pm starting July 8th!

Keystone is a chance for youth to make new friends, gain leadership skills, and give back to the community by working on projects! But wait, we also have some cool perks for you too! ⬇️

💳 $100 Gift Card of Your Choice (complete 10/14 sessions)
🧾Reference Letter
📇Resume Experience
🧢Cool Merch

Sign-Up: Link In Bio!

We are excited to launch sign-up for our Keystone Summer Leadership Program!

This program is for youth 14-18 and will run Tuesday & Thursday from 12:00pm - 3:00pm starting July 8th!

Keystone is a chance for youth to make new friends, gain leadership skills, and give back to the community by working on projects! But wait, we also have some cool perks for you too! ⬇️

💳 $100 Gift Card of Your Choice (complete 10/14 sessions)
🧾Reference Letter
📇Resume Experience
🧢Cool Merch

Sign-Up: Link In Bio!

Join us for an important and informative event at the Youth Centre tomorrow evening where we’ll be discussing pro-choice education and empowering young minds! 🧠✨ This event is open to ages 14-18. Content warning: mature topics may be discussed. Let’s have an open, respectful conversation about reproductive rights and personal choices 💬💪 #prochoiceyql #prochoiceeducation #youthempowerment #safespace #reproductiverights #starttheconversation

Join us for an important and informative event at the Youth Centre tomorrow evening where we’ll be discussing pro-choice education and empowering young minds! 🧠✨ This event is open to ages 14-18. Content warning: mature topics may be discussed. Let’s have an open, respectful conversation about reproductive rights and personal choices 💬💪 #prochoiceyql #prochoiceeducation #youthempowerment #safespace #reproductiverights #starttheconversation

Next week join us for a Soccer Tournament!! Sign-Up link in BIO!

Next week join us for a Soccer Tournament!! Sign-Up link in BIO!

Hope everyone has a great first day back after Spring Break! Our schedule is back to regular program hours! @bgccan #bgccan

Hope everyone has a great first day back after Spring Break! Our schedule is back to regular program hours! @bgccan #bgccan

Spring Break and Sunshine! We had an amazing week with all of you that joined us for our Spring Break activities! Earth Day, DIY, & Laser Tag @bgccan #bgccan

Spring Break and Sunshine! We had an amazing week with all of you that joined us for our Spring Break activities! Earth Day, DIY, & Laser Tag @bgccan #bgccan

🚨 All Summer Camp Spots are Full 🚨 We are taking names for the waitlist each week!

🚨 All Summer Camp Spots are Full 🚨 We are taking names for the waitlist each week!

We are 1 WEEK away from registration! Don't miss out on the best summer yet! Only $25 per week!

We are 1 WEEK away from registration! Don't miss out on the best summer yet! Only $25 per week!

Here are some FAQ about Summer Camp! Send us a DM for any other questions!

Here are some FAQ about Summer Camp! Send us a DM for any other questions!

Here are the themes for this years 11-14 Summer Camp! Registration starts April 14th! Head over to our website (link in bio) for all the details and FAQ!

Here are the themes for this years 11-14 Summer Camp! Registration starts April 14th! Head over to our website (link in bio) for all the details and FAQ!

🌸 Spring Break Fun Starts Here! 🌸

Join us for an epic week full of activities, games, and creativity! 🌟

🌍 **Tuesday**: Celebrate Earth Day with a Coulee Cleanup! Let’s make our planet shine!

🎨 **Wednesday**: Morning Tie Dye & Button Making & Outdoor Games at the park in the afternoon!

🎶 **Thursday**: Music Morning with “Name That Tune” & more + Laser Tag at the Colosseum in the afternoon!

🎮 **Friday**: Cozy Game Day at the center – bring your console, wear comfy clothes, and hang out!

It’s going to be a blast, and we can’t wait to see you there!

✨ Sign up now – link in bio & on our website under “Special Events.”

#SpringBreakFun #YouthCamp #EarthDay #TieDye #LaserTag #CozyGameDay #SpringBreakVibes #YouthEvents

🌸 Spring Break Fun Starts Here! 🌸

Join us for an epic week full of activities, games, and creativity! 🌟

🌍 **Tuesday**: Celebrate Earth Day with a Coulee Cleanup! Let’s make our planet shine!

🎨 **Wednesday**: Morning Tie Dye & Button Making & Outdoor Games at the park in the afternoon!

🎶 **Thursday**: Music Morning with “Name That Tune” & more + Laser Tag at the Colosseum in the afternoon!

🎮 **Friday**: Cozy Game Day at the center – bring your console, wear comfy clothes, and hang out!

It’s going to be a blast, and we can’t wait to see you there!

✨ Sign up now – link in bio & on our website under “Special Events.”

#SpringBreakFun #YouthCamp #EarthDay #TieDye #LaserTag #CozyGameDay #SpringBreakVibes #YouthEvents

New week, new list of super fun activities! Come join us this week!!

New week, new list of super fun activities! Come join us this week!!

Registration for our Summer Camp for ages 11-14 will start at 8:00am on April 14th. Registration is IN-PERSON ONLY at the Youth Centre (227 12B Street N) and on a first come, first serve basis. Summer camp will be $25 per week, and the amount is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. Weekly themes will be posted in the coming days! As in prior years, space is limited. This will be our most packed summer yet, and we can’t wait to create some awesome summer memories!

Registration for our Summer Camp for ages 11-14 will start at 8:00am on April 14th. Registration is IN-PERSON ONLY at the Youth Centre (227 12B Street N) and on a first come, first serve basis. Summer camp will be $25 per week, and the amount is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. Weekly themes will be posted in the coming days! As in prior years, space is limited. This will be our most packed summer yet, and we can’t wait to create some awesome summer memories!

Registration for our Summer Camp for ages 11-14 will start at 8:00am on April 14th. Registration is IN-PERSON ONLY at the Youth Centre (227 12B Street N) and on a first come, first serve basis. Summer camp will be $25 per week, and the amount is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. Weekly themes will be posted in the coming days! As in prior years, space is limited. This will be our most packed summer yet, and we can't wait to create some awesome summer memories!

Registration for our Summer Camp for ages 11-14 will start at 8:00am on April 14th. Registration is IN-PERSON ONLY at the Youth Centre (227 12B Street N) and on a first come, first serve basis. Summer camp will be $25 per week, and the amount is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. Weekly themes will be posted in the coming days! As in prior years, space is limited. This will be our most packed summer yet, and we can't wait to create some awesome summer memories!

Need some extra help with studying and homework?

Need some extra help with studying and homework?

Happy Pink Shirt Day from BGC Youth Centre 💖

Happy Pink Shirt Day from BGC Youth Centre 💖

This pink shirt day we celebrate each unique youth and celebrate what we love about each of them 💖 @bgccan #pinkshirtday #bgccan

This pink shirt day we celebrate each unique youth and celebrate what we love about each of them 💖 @bgccan #pinkshirtday #bgccan

Celebrating our roots and shaping our future! 🌈✨ Join us for a presentation by special guest Tess M on Wednesday February 26th from 5 -7pm as we dive into the rich queer history of Lethbridge, honouring the stories, struggles and victories that have paved the way for today’s youth. Let’s learn and grow together! 💖

Celebrating our roots and shaping our future! 🌈✨ Join us for a presentation by special guest Tess M on Wednesday February 26th from 5 -7pm as we dive into the rich queer history of Lethbridge, honouring the stories, struggles and victories that have paved the way for today’s youth. Let’s learn and grow together! 💖

Science Day was a blast 🚀🚀🚀

Science Day was a blast 🚀🚀🚀

Crochet Workshop! Bird House Making! & Fortnite Tournament! Day 1 of reading week complete!!

Crochet Workshop! Bird House Making! & Fortnite Tournament! Day 1 of reading week complete!!

Get ready for an epic February Reading Week! We’ve got a week packed with awesome events, and you won’t want to miss out! Sign up is required so make sure to follow the links in our bio to secure your spot! Lunch will be provided for any events at the centre! Please bring a lunch if attending the YMCA outing!

Monday, Feb 18th: It’s a holiday, so we’ll be closed. Take the day to hang with your family (or your chosen fam) and relax!

Tuesday, Feb 18th:
Morning: Get crafty with a DIY Craft session and learn the basics of Crochet from a special guest! You’ll walk out with a cool project you made yourself! 🧶
Afternoon: Grab a buddy and dive into some Fortnite action! Team up, take on challenges, and compete for the chance to win some sweet prizes! 🎮🏆

Wednesday, Feb 19th:
Morning: Calling all mad scientists! Come join us for a bunch of fun experiments that’ll blow your mind! 🧪💥
Afternoon: Get ready for a Scavenger Hunt and some epic group games. Who will win the prize?! 🕵️‍♂️🎉

Thursday, Feb 20th: We’re heading to the
YMCA for an awesome day of fun! You’ll get a tour, learn all about their cool programs, and then it’s time to hit the pool for a swim 🏊‍♂️ or play some games in the gym! ⛹️‍♂️

Friday, Feb 21st: Movie Marathon day! Come in your comfiest clothes, and chill out with us for a day of movies, snacks, and good vibes. 🎥🍿

We can’t wait to hang out with you all week long!

Any questions feel free to reach out to us!

Get ready for an epic February Reading Week! We’ve got a week packed with awesome events, and you won’t want to miss out! Sign up is required so make sure to follow the links in our bio to secure your spot! Lunch will be provided for any events at the centre! Please bring a lunch if attending the YMCA outing!

Monday, Feb 18th: It’s a holiday, so we’ll be closed. Take the day to hang with your family (or your chosen fam) and relax!

Tuesday, Feb 18th:
Morning: Get crafty with a DIY Craft session and learn the basics of Crochet from a special guest! You’ll walk out with a cool project you made yourself! 🧶
Afternoon: Grab a buddy and dive into some Fortnite action! Team up, take on challenges, and compete for the chance to win some sweet prizes! 🎮🏆

Wednesday, Feb 19th:
Morning: Calling all mad scientists! Come join us for a bunch of fun experiments that’ll blow your mind! 🧪💥
Afternoon: Get ready for a Scavenger Hunt and some epic group games. Who will win the prize?! 🕵️‍♂️🎉

Thursday, Feb 20th: We’re heading to the
YMCA for an awesome day of fun! You’ll get a tour, learn all about their cool programs, and then it’s time to hit the pool for a swim 🏊‍♂️ or play some games in the gym! ⛹️‍♂️

Friday, Feb 21st: Movie Marathon day! Come in your comfiest clothes, and chill out with us for a day of movies, snacks, and good vibes. 🎥🍿

We can’t wait to hang out with you all week long!

Any questions feel free to reach out to us!

Looking to keep up to date with everything happening at the youth centre, plus first access to signups for special activities?! Make sure to sign up for our monthly newsletter! Head to the link in our bio to sign up!

Looking to keep up to date with everything happening at the youth centre, plus first access to signups for special activities?! Make sure to sign up for our monthly newsletter! Head to the link in our bio to sign up!

We have open spots in our D&D Club for the first time in a long time! The group runs Fridays from 1pm-4pm! Send us a DM for more details and to signup! 🐉

We have open spots in our D&D Club for the first time in a long time! The group runs Fridays from 1pm-4pm! Send us a DM for more details and to signup! 🐉

For those youth on exam break, we’ll be open all week if you need help studying or a place to study. We’ll also have daily activities if you’re free and need a place to hang out (of course, food and snacks will be available). We’re open Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 7 pm and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Good luck on your exams! 📚

For those youth on exam break, we’ll be open all week if you need help studying or a place to study. We’ll also have daily activities if you’re free and need a place to hang out (of course, food and snacks will be available). We’re open Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 7 pm and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Good luck on your exams! 📚

We have adjusted our schedule a little bit for the New Year! Swipe to see a day to day break down! If you have questions please call or send us a DM!

We have adjusted our schedule a little bit for the New Year! Swipe to see a day to day break down! If you have questions please call or send us a DM!

Tonight we got to celebrate and honour our Youth of The Year, Tessa! We are so proud of everything you accomplished and can’t wait to see what you do next! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate!! @bgccan #yoy

Tonight we got to celebrate and honour our Youth of The Year, Tessa! We are so proud of everything you accomplished and can’t wait to see what you do next! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate!! @bgccan #yoy

Our annual youth christmas dinner this year will be on December 19th from 6:00-8:00PM. We would love to have you join us for a yummy turkey dinner and christmas games! We also encourage you to dress up for this event! Our staff will be wearing their christmas best and we'd love to celebrate the season with you. RSVP is required, you can do so here: https://forms.gle/TJaAbs6WEwJ89gJf7

Our annual youth christmas dinner this year will be on December 19th from 6:00-8:00PM. We would love to have you join us for a yummy turkey dinner and christmas games! We also encourage you to dress up for this event! Our staff will be wearing their christmas best and we'd love to celebrate the season with you. RSVP is required, you can do so here: https://forms.gle/TJaAbs6WEwJ89gJf7

It's the end of the month, and you know what that means! It's time to celebrate our November Youth of the Month! Meet Olivia- she was chosen by our staff for her kindness, constant smile, and enthusiastic participation in every program, making her a true joy to be around. She always brings positivity and energy to the group, and her willingness to jump in and help wherever needed doesn’t go unnoticed. Keep shining, Olivia—you’re an inspiration to everyone. ☺

It's the end of the month, and you know what that means! It's time to celebrate our November Youth of the Month! Meet Olivia- she was chosen by our staff for her kindness, constant smile, and enthusiastic participation in every program, making her a true joy to be around. She always brings positivity and energy to the group, and her willingness to jump in and help wherever needed doesn’t go unnoticed. Keep shining, Olivia—you’re an inspiration to everyone. ☺

Join us for some Christmas fun! Tis the season!❄️☃️🎁

Join us for some Christmas fun! Tis the season!❄️☃️🎁

For the months of November and December, we’re trying to have all our craft-based activities be things that our youth can give as gifts for the holiday season. We started it off with these alcohol-ink Christmas ornaments!

For the months of November and December, we’re trying to have all our craft-based activities be things that our youth can give as gifts for the holiday season. We started it off with these alcohol-ink Christmas ornaments!

Just a lil sleepover recap now that we’re all rested again 😴💤🛏️

Just a lil sleepover recap now that we’re all rested again 😴💤🛏️

Science Centre 👏 Movie Marathon 👏 Baking 👏 Halloween 👏 Cafe Market 👏 Salamander 👏 Tutoring WE DID IT ALL in October! Thank you to all the youth, volunteers, and staff that made October so memorable!

Science Centre 👏 Movie Marathon 👏 Baking 👏 Halloween 👏 Cafe Market 👏 Salamander 👏 Tutoring WE DID IT ALL in October! Thank you to all the youth, volunteers, and staff that made October so memorable!

Happy Halloween from all of us at the Youth Centre! 🎃 Thank you to everyone that joined our celebration yesterday! 🦇

Happy Halloween from all of us at the Youth Centre! 🎃 Thank you to everyone that joined our celebration yesterday! 🦇

We also took a group of 6 youth trick or treating last night and had so much fun! Thanks for coming out everyone! 👻

We also took a group of 6 youth trick or treating last night and had so much fun! Thanks for coming out everyone! 👻

The candy apple was also a hit! 🎃🍏

The candy apple was also a hit! 🎃🍏

We saw so many cool costumes yesterday! Here’s just a few 👻 📸

We saw so many cool costumes yesterday! Here’s just a few 👻 📸

It's almost the end of the month, so you know what that means! It's time to celebrate our October Youth of the Month! Meet Eva- she was chosen by our staff to be our youth of the month for her outstanding dedication to education and personal growth at our center this month. Her commitment to excellence is evident not only in her studies but also in her nurturing care for our salamander. Eva’s quiet kindness and delightful sense of humor inspire those around her, making our community a brighter place. We encourage you to leave a comment for Eva, congratulating her for all her hard work this month!

It's almost the end of the month, so you know what that means! It's time to celebrate our October Youth of the Month! Meet Eva- she was chosen by our staff to be our youth of the month for her outstanding dedication to education and personal growth at our center this month. Her commitment to excellence is evident not only in her studies but also in her nurturing care for our salamander. Eva’s quiet kindness and delightful sense of humor inspire those around her, making our community a brighter place. We encourage you to leave a comment for Eva, congratulating her for all her hard work this month!

Some of our EmpowerED youth painted pumpkins for art club this afternoon! This is just a few of them, but they turned out so cute! 😊

Some of our EmpowerED youth painted pumpkins for art club this afternoon! This is just a few of them, but they turned out so cute! 😊

“Mind-blown! 🤯 Our youth trip to the @telus_spark science centre was packed with fun, learning, and discoveries. Together, we saw the magic of science come to life! 🌟🧬 Who’s ready for the next adventure? #ScienceExplorers @bgccan #bgccan

“Mind-blown! 🤯 Our youth trip to the @telus_spark science centre was packed with fun, learning, and discoveries. Together, we saw the magic of science come to life! 🌟🧬 Who’s ready for the next adventure? #ScienceExplorers @bgccan #bgccan

Thank you to @macleodempress for hosting us for our Halloween Movie Marathon!!

Thank you to @macleodempress for hosting us for our Halloween Movie Marathon!!

Do you have halloween plans? If you don't, come hang out with us! No registration required, costumes encouraged...(our staff team is all dressing up, so we wanna see your costumes too!)

Do you have halloween plans? If you don't, come hang out with us! No registration required, costumes encouraged...(our staff team is all dressing up, so we wanna see your costumes too!)

We’re here at @themommarket_lethbridge today for their harvest market! Come buy a cup of coffee or tea, and a treat and check out all the cool vendors that are here! 😊 10:00am-4:00pm!

We’re here at @themommarket_lethbridge today for their harvest market! Come buy a cup of coffee or tea, and a treat and check out all the cool vendors that are here! 😊 10:00am-4:00pm!

✨all spots are filled✨ IT'S HAPPENING!! Our 2nd BGCL Youth Centre Sleepover is on Friday November 8th. The theme this time is Neon Nights- there will be group-in-the-dark games, a glow-in-the-dark craft, a movie, and pizza dinner and breakast in the morning! This event has limited capacity and you must register in advance. A waitlist will be posted once all the spots have filled. Parental/guardian consent is also required! Link in Bio!

✨all spots are filled✨ IT'S HAPPENING!! Our 2nd BGCL Youth Centre Sleepover is on Friday November 8th. The theme this time is Neon Nights- there will be group-in-the-dark games, a glow-in-the-dark craft, a movie, and pizza dinner and breakast in the morning! This event has limited capacity and you must register in advance. A waitlist will be posted once all the spots have filled. Parental/guardian consent is also required! Link in Bio!

A “crafty” group on a Thursday afternoon

A “crafty” group on a Thursday afternoon

Our EmpowerEd program started their first book club read of the year! This book was chosen by the youth and we’re excited to read it together 😊

Our EmpowerEd program started their first book club read of the year! This book was chosen by the youth and we’re excited to read it together 😊

This year we want to continue sharing and celebrating the youth in our centre that deserve recognition with you. These youth are nominated and chosen by our staff and volunteers for things we've seen them accomplish in the month. We're so excited to introduce you to our September youth of the month! ☺

Meet Lily- Lily was chosen for her outstanding leadership, and dedication to volunteering at the center, along with her commitment to her educational goals. Her self-advocacy and dedication to her personal wellness this month make her a remarkable role model for everyone here. Congrat's Lily- we know the month of October has great things in store for you!

This year we want to continue sharing and celebrating the youth in our centre that deserve recognition with you. These youth are nominated and chosen by our staff and volunteers for things we've seen them accomplish in the month. We're so excited to introduce you to our September youth of the month! ☺

Meet Lily- Lily was chosen for her outstanding leadership, and dedication to volunteering at the center, along with her commitment to her educational goals. Her self-advocacy and dedication to her personal wellness this month make her a remarkable role model for everyone here. Congrat's Lily- we know the month of October has great things in store for you!

Our 3rd Annual Horror Movie Marathon is fast approaching and sign up is open now! Transportation is provided from the youth centre at 9:00AM and we will be returning at 5:00PM. Popcorn, Pop and Pizza is included! There is no cost for this event :) Link in Bio to sign up!

Our 3rd Annual Horror Movie Marathon is fast approaching and sign up is open now! Transportation is provided from the youth centre at 9:00AM and we will be returning at 5:00PM. Popcorn, Pop and Pizza is included! There is no cost for this event :) Link in Bio to sign up!

Our 3rd annual Horror Movie Marathon sign up on now live!! Join us October 24th at the historic Empress Theatre on your day off school for pizza, popcorn and frights! Free for all youth 11-18! Sign up with the link in bio!!! Transportation provided and parental/guardian consent required!

Our 3rd annual Horror Movie Marathon sign up on now live!! Join us October 24th at the historic Empress Theatre on your day off school for pizza, popcorn and frights! Free for all youth 11-18! Sign up with the link in bio!!! Transportation provided and parental/guardian consent required!

Field Trip Alert! 🚨We're excited to invite you to our annual fall field trip! This year we're going to the Telus Spark Science Centre in Calgary. Transportation is provided, and we will cover the cost of admission- all you need to do is be at the youth centre for 8:00AM and bring a packed lunch! With a limited capacity of 25 youth (and 10 of those spots are already filled by people who on our newsletter list) make sure you sign up ASAP to ensure your spot! Link in Bio!

Field Trip Alert! 🚨We're excited to invite you to our annual fall field trip! This year we're going to the Telus Spark Science Centre in Calgary. Transportation is provided, and we will cover the cost of admission- all you need to do is be at the youth centre for 8:00AM and bring a packed lunch! With a limited capacity of 25 youth (and 10 of those spots are already filled by people who on our newsletter list) make sure you sign up ASAP to ensure your spot! Link in Bio!

Looking to help make a difference for youth in your community? Click the link in bio and apply now!

Looking to help make a difference for youth in your community? Click the link in bio and apply now!

Free Tutoring at BGC is back! Learn On encourages educational persistence while supporting overall youth well-being! 83% of youth thought they would now graduate from high school because of Learn On! Check out the link in bio for more information or send us a message!

Free Tutoring at BGC is back! Learn On encourages educational persistence while supporting overall youth well-being! 83% of youth thought they would now graduate from high school because of Learn On! Check out the link in bio for more information or send us a message!

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