Youth Explore Zone
Ages 9-12 years
Are you looking to have fun and meet new friends? Check out these programs just for youth that focus on building friendships, social skills, confidence and more!
Whether you have been living here for a while or have recently relocated to the area, join us for a fun activity while connecting and sharing experiences with other military youth in the community.
Game On!
Calling all gamers! Join us for an exciting evening filled with thrilling challenges and friendly competition in an unforgettable gaming experience where friendships are forged and skills are honed. Test your resilience, skills and strategies against your peers as part of a team or individually. A variety of video games will be available for youth to play. Grab your controllers and let the games begin!
Date: Thursday, June 5
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Join us for PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the live-action animated comedy Paddington movie while connecting with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, June 13
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Choose Your Own Adventure
Ages 6 - 15 years
Adventure awaits! Come explore video games, art materials or board games…it’s your choice! Youth will have fun while learning about resilience, building friendships, social skills, confidence and more.
Date: Friday, June 26
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Game Day
Ages 6-15 years
Join us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition playing board games and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to team up, test their quick-thinking skills and solve challenges together. A variety of board games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups which include Twister, Giant Jenga, relay races and more!
Weather permitting this program may be held outdoors.
Date: Wednesday, July 2
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Creative Connections
Explore your creativity, make connections and have fun! Youth will get creative with hands-on projects that spark imagination and foster DIY skills on their own or together with their peers. Activities include step-by-step painting, tie dye, DIY scratch art, clay creations, sun prints and more!
Date: Wednesday, July 9
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Ages: 6-15 years
Join us for PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night! Youth can wear their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the animated action film Transformers One while connecting with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, July 11
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Video Game Tournament
Gamers, start your engines! Get ready to test your skills against your peers in our epic Mario Cart Tournament. Compete in a series of high-speed challenges, earn points and race your way to the finish line. Who will win the title of Tournament Champion…could it be you?
Date: Monday, July 14
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Join us for Youth Choice PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and collectively choose a movie to watch while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, July 18
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Outdoor Extravaganza
Join us for some fun in the sun with a whirlwind of activities, where every moment is an adventure waiting to happen! Youth can participate in exciting relay races, epic water games and more! It's not just about playing; it's about making friends and having a blast.
Date: Wednesday, July 23
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
B-I-N-G-O!
Did somebody say BINGO? Youth will play rounds of BINGO to WIN prizes while connecting with their peers.
Date: Monday, July 28
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300.
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Game Day
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Join us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition playing board games and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to team up, test their quick-thinking skills and solve challenges together. A variety of board games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups which include Twister, Giant Jenga, relay races and more!
Weather permitting this program may be held outdoors.
Date: Wednesday, August 6
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Join us for PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night! Youth can wear their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the animated action-adventure comedy Sonic 2 while connecting with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, August 8
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Bright Minds
Explore, create, discover and learn with us! Youth science enthusiasts will participate in fun and engaging hands-on experiments that will test their knowledge and creativity while learning about resiliency and working alongside their peers. From exploring reactions and testing aerodynamics to egg drop challenges and self inflating balloons, there's something for every young scientist!
Date: Wednesday, August 13
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Join us for PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the live-action animated comedy film Paddington 2 while connecting with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, August 15
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300.
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Outdoor Extravaganza
Join us for some fun in the sun with a whirlwind of activities, where every moment is an adventure waiting to happen! Youth can participate in super soaker fun, exciting relay games, and an epic game of capture the gold. It's not just about playing; it's about making friends, getting creative, and having a blast.
Date: Monday, August 18
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
B-I-N-G-O!
Did somebody say BINGO? Youth will play rounds of BINGO to WIN prizes while connecting with their peers.
Date: Wednesday, August 27
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300.
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
