Youth Hostel and drop in resource centre: Open 24/7 - 17 Centre Street, in St. Catharines ( View Map)
The RAFT provides access to FREE, summer recreational programs for youth | gym, art, social activities and more!
In partnership with Niagara Regional Housing and Canadian Tire Jumpstart, the RAFT became the coordinator of summer programming.
These programs give the youth an opportunity to access free recreational activities during the summer that their families may not have had access to otherwise.
The summer programs provide a nutritious snack to youth who attend as well youth are able to participate in a number of activities each day. Some of these activities include gym games, skills development, arts and crafts, social recreation, special outings, theme days and much more.
45 Manchester Ave., Unit 48, St. Catharines, ON L2R 1P1
Monday - Thursday | 9am - 4:30pm
5 to 15 years
10 Old Pine Trail, Unit 9, St. Catharines, ON L2M 4T8
Monday - Thursday | 9am - 4:30pm
5 to 15 years
Community House
59 Rykert St., Unit 92, St. Catharines, ON
( Unit 92 faces Powerview Ave.)
Monday - Thursday | 9am - 4:30pm
5 to 15 years
6905 Warden Ave, Unit 1, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 5P3
Monday - Thursday | 9am - 4:30pm
5 to 15 years
Our Executive Director Mike Lethby was interviewed by Janice Arnoldi from Life Unscripted. "I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Janice Arnoldi on her show “Life Unscripted” on CKTB. The interview covered the RAFT’s history and our unique and successful service for youth in Niagara." - Mike Lethby, RAFT Executive Director
There are many ways that you can help The Raft programs and services for youth.
Niagara Regional Housing
Niagara Prosperity Initiative
Canadian Tire Jumpstart