Youth ROCKS Program
Through our partnership with SkillCity Institute, we offer STEM-based workshops and career/future opportunities exploration every Tuesday from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at the Terwillegar Community Recreation Center.
These workshops are designed to encourage youth to explore careers and acquire relevant skills where they learn and grow together.
We believe in the value of building a strong foundation of knowledge and industry skills and strive to empower our youth to navigate life’s challenges and opportunities.
Gym Night
We believe that sport is a great opportunity to engage youth and younger kids in a safe and friendly environment.
We have a Gym Night every Friday from 7:30 to 8:30 PM at Riverbend Junior High School, where our younger generation, from 7 to 18 years of age, engage in their preferred activities and build relationships with peers, staff, and board members.
Tutoring Program
In April 2023, we piloted a Tutoring Program at Riverbend Junior High School. Currently, we are offering one-on-one and group tutoring for all ages, from elementary to high school levels, at our Community Hub.
Riverbend ROCKS understands that when students receive tutoring support, they show significant improvements in their learning and academic performance.
If interested, please contact us at riverbendcoordinators@gmail.com
Summer Programs
Summer ROCKS
The Summer ROCKS program is a dynamic and transformative experience for the children and youth of the Riverbend community. Over the course of July and August, our program provides a diverse range of activities aimed at fostering personal growth, building life skills, and creating lasting connections.
Thanks to the collective efforts of our dedicated staff, volunteers, and the unwavering support from our community and partners, we are able to serve over 50 participants, offering them opportunities to explore new interests, develop critical skills, and engage meaningfully with their peers.
The Summer ROCKS program offer a unique blend of intercultural, recreational, and educational programming that enriched the lives of our participants. From hands-on STEM activities and career planning sessions to creative arts and outdoor adventures, the program was designed to be inclusive and diverse, ensuring that every participant felt valued, supported, and empowered.
After-School Program
Every Monday and Wednesday from 4 to 5 PM, we provide an After-School Program for children under 12 at the Community Hub.
We foster child development through evidence-based approaches and mixed-age programming and activities to strengthen our participants’ social and emotional development.
Organically formed environments of fun and learning provide space for children to feel connected and grow together.
This program is an opportunity for intergenerational engagement with parents and neighbours (such as African Drumming activities) where kids learn about their international cultures through the exploration of language, music, art, and history.