December update on AYC project
Despite province-wide shutdown, work continues on the Acton Youth Centre with opening expected to remain on schedule for Spring 2021. Expected road closure on Bower street the morning of Jan. 5. Read more...
IMPORTANT NOTICE: On December 21, Ontario announced a province-wide shutdown, effective December 26 at 12:01 a.m. As such, all recreation facilities will be closed to recreation programming. However, some services will still continue. See below for more details. For more information on other Town facilities and services, visit our COVID-19 webpage.
Youth services are available during shutdown
We are still available in person and virtually during the Province-wide shutdown. The latest information is posted on Twitter and Instagram.
Access to services and supplies are available at our youth centres Monday-Friday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Items include craft and baking kits, food support, mental health connections or just to ask a question. No registration or appointments necessary, just drop by. Please be aware that there are no gatherings or programs inside the youth centres at this time.
Connect with us!
- Find us on Twitter and Instagram
- E-mail youth staff
- Talk to a human at 905-873-2600 ext. 2285
About the youth centres
As part of our drop-in youth programming we operate two youth centres in Halton Hills with locations in Acton and Georgetown. Recreation-based activities include video games, arts and crafts, lounge space, computers, wi-fi, cooking, special events, movies and drop-in gym activities (Georgetown location). Both youth centres are attended by trained Town of Halton Hills staff. All admissions and programs are provided at no charge.
Youth centre locations:
- Acton Youth Centre
47 Mill St. East.
519-853-9825 - Georgetown Youth Centre
Gary Allan High School - 96 Guelph St. (Entrance off of Maple Ave)
905-873-2966
Other youth information
Youth volunteering |
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Looking to get your 40 volunteer hours? Want to make a difference in your community and the lives of fellow neighbours and friends? Consider volunteering with the Town of Halton Hills! Build leadership skills, give back to your community and meet new people. Recreation & Parks offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for youth. Visit our volunteer webpage to learn more about available opportunities and the application process. |
Youth taxi scrip |
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The Youth Taxi Scrip Program is a service that allows registered youth riders to receive a discounted fare (up to 40% off) with participating taxi companies for travel within Halton Hills. Visit the taxi scrip webpage to register and learn more. |
Youth jobs |
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Check out current job postings available today! Summer employment information is available as of December. |
Virtual Programming will be available on Instagram and Twitter @_hhyouth
Starting Monday January 4th, our youth centres will be open on a modified schedule to access service providers, food support and craft pick-ups. The lounge spaces will not be available for recreational activities, We will be open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 4-6pm at the Acton Youth Centre and Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6pm at the Georgetown Youth Centre. Check out our social media for more information.