Programs & Activities
Rememeber to register and sign in
To help ensure everyone’s safety, we kindly ask that all participants fill out a registration form, and remember to sign in and out of the Youth Centre every time you visit us.
Registered After School Program (Monday to Thursday 2-5 pm)
Drop In (Monday to Thursdays 5-6 pm)
Fun Fridays (check monthly calendar 2-6 pm)
Junior Yakker (starting February)
Day Camps (PA Days, March Break and Summer)
Ottawa BluesFest Be in the Band (April to July)
Homework Help
Annual Stewart Park Festival Duck Race (3rd weekend in July)
Tim Hoton’s Smile Cookie Campaign (International Youth Week in May)
Perth Farmer’s Market: Fall Chili Cookoff
Workshops on Demand:
- Social and emotional learning
- Music lessons (various instruments)
- Babysitter’s course
- Home alone course
- Leadership
Ensuring that our youth have regular access to healthy food is a priority for YAK.
We run nightly dinners Monday to Thursday at 3:30pm; we also have healthy snacks on hand. Thanks to Maximilian’s Restaurant in Perth, A & W, Mex & Co. and Starbucks Perth who have graciously agreed to cater on different nights throughout the month!
If you are in need of nonperishable items please head to the Table at 190 Gore St. E. or call 613 267 6428 ext 102 to place an order.
YAK is also a proud member of the Second Harvest National Food Program.
The Sports Day Camp program is for children 7-10 years of age.
It’s important for kids to stay active, engaged, and socially connected during their time off school. Over the Summer Holidays, YAK Youth Services offers Day Camp programs specifically designed for children between the ages of 7-10. Our specially curated programming includes an exciting variety of sports, games, and other recreational camp activities to keep young bodies and minds active. YAK Summer and March Day Camp run weekdays from 9am-4pm.
Week 1: July 27th- July 31st, 2026
Week 2: August 4th- August 7th, 2026
Week 3: August 10th- August 14th, 2026
Click here to register: Registration Link
Calling all Jr. Yakkers
Summer Camp Registration is now open!
Join us for a fun filled week at the Perth Youth Centre
$125.00/ Week
