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Youth Xtra - Life Skills Worth Knowing

Devon FCSS

Free, drop‑in workshops for youth ages 13–17, held every Wednesday from 6–8 p.m. upstairs at the 1949 Building (Old Robina Baker), 5 Jasper Court S. Each session builds practical skills you’ll use for life: money & finances, cooking & nutrition, communication, social skills, employability, health & hygiene, mental wellbeing, home & vehicle maintenance, healthy relationships, and more.

Program at a glance

  • When: Wednesdays, 6:00–8:00 p.m. (starting Sept. 24)
  • Where: Upstairs, 1949 Building (Old Robina Baker), 5 Jasper Court S.
  • Who: Youth ages 13–17
  • Cost: Free
Drop‑in format: No registration required. Please arrive on time — each session follows a planned structure and builds from the beginning.

What you’ll learn

Topics include money & financial basics, cooking & nutrition, communication & social skills, employability, health & hygiene, mental health & wellbeing, home & vehicle maintenance, and healthy relationships.

Facilitated by FCSS staff and community partners. Interactive, hands‑on, and practical.

What to bring

  • Bring a water bottle and a readiness to participate.
  • If a session has special needs (e.g., clothing for sewing), we’ll note it below.

If you have accessibility needs, please connect with us in advance so we can support you.

Weekly Schedule (Fall 2025)

Date Topic Notes
Sept 24 Meet & Greet – This Whole Life Thing – Sorted (The Y) Program kickoff & orientation
Oct 1 The Sciences of Hope Building resilience & goal‑setting
Oct 8 Cooking Basics Intro to kitchen skills & nutrition
Oct 14 Finance Basics Budgeting, saving, smart spending
Oct 22 Anxiety Reduction Techniques Practical stress‑management tools
Oct 29 DJ Music Recording & Equipment Basics Hands‑on gear overview
Nov 5 Sewing, Mending, Buttons, Patches, etc. Optional: bring an item to mend
Nov 19 Strategies for Self‑Control Self‑management & decision‑making
Nov 26 First Responder Games Teamwork & problem‑solving
Dec 3 Healthy Relationships Respect, boundaries & communication
Dec 10 Christmas on a Budget & Stress Management Holiday money tips & coping skills
Dec 17 Christmas Nuts & Bolts Year‑end wrap‑up & practical hacks

Schedule subject to change; check this page for updates.

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