Check out the events calendar to see when the next hub is in your community!
The Floating Youth Hub is an exciting initiative designed to offer activities and services to youth in Timiskaming District. Operating as part of the Planet Youth Timiskaming effort, the Floating Youth Hub rotates between different locations, making it easier for young people aged 12-17 to access fun drop-in activities and supports in their communities.
What is the Floating Youth Hub?
Unlike a single fixed location, the Floating Youth Hub moves between various sites—schools, libraries, community centers, and other welcoming spaces—on a scheduled basis. This rotational model ensures that youth across Timiskaming District have the chance to connect with drop-in activities, meet new friends, and access services that help them thrive.
The hub is a safe, inclusive, and substance free space, where young people can explore their interests, build new skills, and get mental health support —all close to home.
What is offered at the hub?
At the Floating Youth Hub, youth can enjoy a range of activities and services tailored to their needs, including:
- Recreational Activities: Join fun events like open gym nights, gaming sessions, skate ‘n’ chill or creative arts workshops.
- Mental Health Support: Access to trained counsellors and/or peer mentors who provide a listening ear and guidance.
- Basic Needs Support: Get access to resources like basic hygiene products, and free snacks.
- Skill-Building Workshops: Learn essential life skills like resume writing, cooking, financial literacy and more.
- Youth Leadership Opportunities: Participate in programs that encourage confidence and building connections.
Check out the events calendar to see when the next hub is in your community!
How to Get Involved
The Floating Youth Hub thrives thanks to the involvement of passionate volunteers and community members. Whether you’re an adult or parent/caregiver looking to give back, a youth eager to take on leadership roles, or someone with professional expertise, talents, skills, or gifts that you want to share with the next generation, there’s a way for you to make an impact:
- Adult Volunteers: Help with event logistics, share your skills in workshops, or offer mentorship.
- Youth Volunteers: Become part of the hub’s operations, help plan events or assist your peers or simply show up to create that positive space for your fellow youth!
- Peer Mentors: Support younger youth in the community by listening, sharing your experiences and offering guidance.
- Counsellors and Mental Health Professionals: Provide mental health support or lead workshops tailored to youth needs.
Interested in becoming a volunteer? Fill out the volunteer registration form today to get started!
Be the Change—Support Our Youth, Strengthen Our Community
With your help, the Floating Youth Hub can continue to grow and make a difference in the lives of youth across Timiskaming. Whether it’s volunteering, spreading the word, or simply attending an event, every effort counts.
Let’s work together to create stronger communities, inspire young minds, and build a brighter future.
Explore the schedule and upcoming events on the events calendar and see how you can get involved today!
For more information, contact Archana at Archana.Velu@neph.ca.
