Welcome to the Peterborouth Youth Website!
The source for information about programs and services available for you in Peterborough and beyond. Get connected! Our information is kept up to date on a weekly basis, so even if you just visited our site, chances are there is already something new, worth taking a look at. Don't be a stranger come back and visit us frequently. Also tell your friends. If there is something that you think we are missing or something that you would like to see contact us ptboyouth@peterborough.ca with your ideas and we will make it happen.
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Blue Sky Event a Big Hit!!
Visit the "Blue Sky" page on this website to see pictures from the event.
Check These Out:
· Calling All Outstanding Youth!
Do you or someone you know go above and beyond in the community? Why not nominate them for the Mayor’s Youth Award!? There are many areas of distinction that can be recognized for this award, so check out the details below. Nominate someone today!
·Citizenship and Immigration Canada has launched “A Fun Path to Learning” an interactive, on-line educational resource for youth. This tool will explore subjects such as civics, history, and citizenship - all in fun way! The activities and games you will find in A Fun Path to Learning provide interesting, challenging and fun learning opportunities for you, elementary, junior and high school students, and even parents. Check it out at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/games/youth-corner.asp
Youth Council - City of Peterborough
The City of Peterborough has their very own Youth Council. Currently the 10 member Council consists of youth from ages 14 to 19 years. We want to be the voice of the young people in our community. If you wish to let us know your concerns or issues, please email us youthcouncil@peterborough.ca. Taking youth voices to the next level! Our youth council is involved in many great community events; Civic Awards, Communities in Bloom and an annual Art Show and Sale to name a few.
Mayor's Youth Award
The Mayor’s Youth Award and Certificate will recognize three individual recipients three times per calendar year during City Council meetings. Award recipients will have demonstrated an outstanding achievement that has brought positive recognition to the City of Peterborough.Next award ceremonies will be in February and June 2010.To apply fill out the attached form.