Empower Simcoe, Barrie Head Office - 39 Fraser Crt, Youth Program

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Empower Simcoe

Site: Barrie Head Office - 39 Fraser Crt

Service: Youth Program

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Record #: BAR4392

Last Modified: 17 Jun 2026

Last Full Update: 11 Jun 2026

Description

Description (Service)

Supports the growth and development of young individuals through a variety of programs and activities including:

Skill-Building Workshops: interactive sessions designed to enhance practical skills

Recreational Activities: activities to promote physical health and social interaction

Youth Link - after school and evening weekly program offering a variety of activities such as karaoke, arts and crafts and science experiments
Optimist Bowling - free 8 week summer bowling program
Summer Adventures Youth Camp in Barrie, Orillia and Innisfil

Mentorship Opportunities: connecting youth with positive role models

Community Involvement: participating in community projects and events

Service Details

Hours	Program hours vary, contact by email, phone or visit website for more information
Areas Served	Barrie ; Orillia
Eligibility	Youth attending high school
Application	Contact Youth Engagement Facilitator by phone 705-795-5653 or email youth@empowersimcoe.ca
Languages	English
Fees	None for some programs, Fee for service for other programs

Address and Location

Address & Map	Programs held at various venues throughout Simcoe County ON Canada
Mailing Address	Empower Simcoe Youth Program 39 Fraser Court Barrie, ON Canada L4N 5J5
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	705-726-9082
E-Mail	youth@empowersimcoe.ca
Website	https://www.empowersimcoe.ca/family-services/#youth-program
Social Media	Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpowerSimcoe/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empower-simcoe/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fcentraleastontario.cioc.ca%2F YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpowerSimcoe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower_simcoe/
Primary Contact	Youth Engagement Facilitator; Phone: 705-795-5653
Alternate Contact	Michele Kapteyn, Supports and Services Manager; Phone: 705-726-9082 ext 2377; Email: mkapteyn@empowersimcoe.ca

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