The KMFRC YOUth Matter team is continuing their mission to show youth they matter to us!

We are offering youth, age 12 to 18, from military families the opportunity to engage in and learn about mental health and wellness! The first 30 minutes will be focused on mental health and wellness/open discussion, followed by the chance to participate in fun activities with peers! Youth can then engage with their peers with both planned and unplanned activities each week! An after-school snack will also be offered as part of the drop-in. 
Each week will start with the chance to engage in fun, learning activities related to your mental health and wellness! 

📌Register for one or more activities by completing the form below!
Upcoming sessions:

🎄 December ✨
Get ready to wrap up the year with good vibes, tasty snacks, creative tech, and holiday cheer.

🧠 December 1 – YOUth Mind Matters Night
Another chill evening to connect, reflect, and recharge.
📍 KMFRC | ⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
🍪 Snacks provided
🚪 Drop in anytime—no sign-up needed!

🤖 December 8 – Coding & Robotics Night
Queens Engineering Connections is leading this one!
💻 Coding + 🤖 Robotics + 🍫 Snacks
📍 KMFRC | ⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📌 Registration required

🎅 December 11 – Festive Baking Night
We’re getting into the holiday spirit at the Spiritual Fitness Centre!
🎄 Festive baking fun | 🍩 Snacks included
📅 ⏰ 4–6 PM
📌 Registration required

🎉 What’s Up with YOUth Matter in the New Year? 🎉
JANUARY
🧠 January 12 - YOUth Mind Matter Night
Hit pause and focus on you. Join us for an open, drop-in evening to chat about mental wellness and connection at the KMFRC. Snacks on us! 🍪 No sign-up—just show up! 🗨️
💼 January 19 - KEYS Employment Info Night
KEYS will be on hand to present information on youth employment and the resources available to them, followed by employment related activities and debrief. Snacks will be provided. 📝🧃
🎬 January 26 - Movie Night!
Join KMFRC staff for our first movie night! YOUth will be invited to join us at the centre from 4 -6 pm. Movie snacks will be provided. 🍿🎥 No cost associated.

FEBRUARY
🍳 February 5 - Cook With Us!
Join us at the Spiritual Fitness Centre and cook with us! The recipe will be provided for you to take home and try! 4-6 pm 🥄🍲
🧠 February 9 - YOUth Mind Matter Night
Hit pause and focus on you. Join us for an open, drop-in evening to chat about mental wellness and connection at the KMFRC. Snacks on us! 🍪 No sign-up—just show up! 🗨️
❌ February 16 - No YOUth Matter (Family Day Weekend)
🐾 February 23 - Ability Dogs Visit
The KMFRC will be going to the dogs, when Ability Dogs comes to visit! We are inviting YOUth to join us from 4-6 pm. Snacks will be provided. 🐶🧃

MARCH
🧠 March 2 - YOUth Mind Matter Night
Hit pause and focus on you. Join us for an open, drop-in evening to chat about mental wellness and connection at the KMFRC. Snacks on us! 🍪 No sign-up—just show up! 🗨️
🚫 March 9 - No YOUth Matter (March Break)
🍁 March 14 - Maple Madness @ Little Cat
YOUth Matter will be taking place at Maple Madness at the Little Cataraqui Conservation Area from 10 am to 12 pm. YOUth will have the chance to take a wagon ride, and learn about how maple syrup is produced. The cost of admission will be covered by the KMFRC, transportation is not provided. YOUth are responsible for covering the cost of pancakes. 🥞🌳🛷
🎲 March 23 - Board Game Night
YOUth are encouraged to bring a friend and their favourite board game for our Board Game Night. Snacks and fun will be provided. 4-6 pm 🧩🍕🎉
🏐 March 30 - Sports Night @ KMFRC
From dodgeball to mini challenges—bring your A-game or just come for the vibes (and snacks)! At the KMFRC from 4:00–6:00 PM. Friendly vibes only. Snacks on us. No registration needed! 🏀🤾‍♂️🍿

🍽 Bonus: Each session includes a snack!
We are looking forward to seeing you! 🥳

Note: Our activities are primarily delivered in English, but we make every effort to help you access alternatives in French. If you face any barriers to joining us, let’s talk about how we can support you.