Into art, sports, baking, music, leadership, games, or just somewhere to be after school? There's a place for you here. Drop in, no sign-up, no cost.
A free, fun, safe and inclusive drop-in space for every young person in Elgin County.
Real programs run every week: creative, active, social, and support. See the monthly calendar and tap a program to find out more.
Ignite Youth Centre began in 2005 as the Talbot Teen Centre and became Ignite Youth Centre in 2020, reflecting the energy, creativity, and potential of young people. We are the youth home of St. Thomas-Elgin Youth & Employment Services.
Ignite is a free, welcoming, and inclusive space for youth ages 12–18 to connect, create, learn, and grow. Through recreation, arts, leadership, life skills, education, and mental wellness programming, we provide opportunities for youth to build confidence, develop new skills, form meaningful friendships, and discover their strengths.
Our mission is simple: to create a place where every young person feels they belong, are supported, and have the opportunity to thrive.
Every dollar keeps Ignite free for the youth who need it. Fund a program, a meal, or a safe afternoon.
Give todayShare a skill, mentor a teen, or lend a hand at a program night. We'd love to have you.
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