The Municipality of Port Hope offers many youth programs in the community. From health and wellness programs to creative art programs, there is a program for everyone. Our registered youth programs provide opportunities to build self-confidence, learn new skills, and build new relationships.
Summer Registration Details
Summer Aquatics: Registration opens June 17, 2024 at 7:00 a.m.
Summer Programs: Registration opens June 18 at 8:00 a.m.
Learn more about session dates, how to register and more on our registration page.
Youth Program Information
Our registered youth programs provide opportunities to build self-confidence, learn new skills, and build new relationships. You can learn more about registration dates and payment options on our register for a program webpage.
Want more fun? Join us for these youth activities
Come hang out in these safe spaces for free! We have a Youth Centre and a drop-in program at Port Hope High. Bring your friends and join the fun!
Come play and hang out with friends. Participate in open gym time, Hoops, or try some drop-in programming. Equipment can be signed out from the front desk.
The skate park was a new addition to Town Park in 2010. The park is open to anyone and has been a great addition to Port Hope and surrounding communities.
June is Parks and Recreation Month all month long!
| National Say Something Nice Day & Visit the Farmer's Market |
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June 1 is National Say Something Nice Day. Spread positive vibes in Port Hope by complimenting your fellow Port Hopers! Also be sure to take a trip to the Port Hope Farmers Market at the Town Hall Parking Lot.
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Patron Recognition Day and Family Games |
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Visit us at Town Park Recreation Centre or Jack Burger Sports Complex for customer appreciation day. Come for some free games and refreshments and a calendar of all the activities available during the month.
Bring your family and head down to the Town Park Recreation Centre for an exciting evening of corn hole, family bingo, games, prizes, and more! There will also be snacks and refreshments for PRC day, so join in and enjoy a free evening of fun!
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| Roller Skating and Rollerblading |
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Roll over to the Jack Burger Sports Complex for an evening of fun. Open for all ages, so bring your family and friends. There will be groovy music and refreshments. Are you ready to roll? Skate rentals are not available.
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| Music and Graffiti at the Skatepark |
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Come down to the Skatepark after school and learn how to create some graffiti art from a professional street artist! We will have music outside and the skatepark will be open for
business! Refreshments will be provided.
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| Toonie Swim |
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Join our Toonie Swim night which has special admission pricing! Only $2 per person to swim, what a great deal! There is no guarantee the 25 metre pool will be available.
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| Chalk Art and Tie Dye |
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We will be hosting a colourful day of tie dying and chalk art for our LGBTQ+ community.
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| OOTD (Outfit of the Day) |
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Jet down to Town Hall with your friends or family for a fun little photo session with props! Be sure to wear your OOTD and allow your best self to shine!
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Youth Board Game Night |
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Bring your friends and join us for some good times playing board games & indulging in some snacks.
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| Corn Hole and Ping Pong at the Riverside Park |
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Head down to Riverside park for some corn hole and ping pong. This is fun for the whole family, and the staff at TPRC will bring down the supplies you need to play!
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| Youth Basketball |
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Bring your pals and shoot some hoops on our stellar outdoor courts!
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Youth Beach Volleyball |
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Come out and play some volleyball on the beach with your friends!
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Intergenerational Badminton |
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We will have badminton nets set up in the gym for you and your family to play some fun games or practice some skills.
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Youth events on our calendar
Many youth events are offered throughout the year. Past events included the skate park kick off, national youth week, and the youth Halloween dance. Please check back for upcoming events or stay up-to-date with our event calendar.
Parks, Recreation and Culture staff have put together a list of fun activities you can do with your family for any season. Make sure you check out our Seasonal Activities page.
Youth Volunteer Opportunities
The Youth Action Committee (YAC) is composed of driven and enthusiastic leaders from ages 13 to 19 who strive to see positive development toward youth recreation and culture throughout the Municipality of Port Hope. Read our FAQs for more information, or if you are interested in joining the Youth Action Committee, email the Recreation Program Coordinator.
Looking to get involved in your community? You can volunteer at the Town Park Recreation Centre. We are always looking for extra help with special events and children’s programs. It's a fun way to give back to your community. Email the Recreation Program Coordinator for more information.
Youth Action Committee FAQs |
| What you need to know regarding the Youth Action Committee (YAC): What will they plan?This will be up to the YAC and the Recreation Program Coordinator. It could be anything from special events, to workshops, programs and dances; all for youth. They are the voice for Youth in the community for recreation opportunities. When and how often do they meet?The day that is chosen to meet will be based on the YAC's availability. When there is not a planned activity on the horizon, members will meet once a month outside of school hours. If they are approaching an activity's date, it will be decided as a group how often it will be necessary to meet in order to successfully facilitate that activity. Can this time be used toward my Community Service Hours?Absolutely! Members will need to bring in the appropriate document for the Recreation Program Coordinator to sign. What are other added benefits?
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Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines
It is proven that being active helps youth:
- Improve self-confidence
- Do better in school
- Learn new skills
- Feel happier
| Physical activity recommendations for youth 12 to 17 years |
| It is recommend by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology that youth should accumulate at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity physical activity daily. This should include vigorous-intensity activities at least 3 days per week. Moderate-intensity activities include bike riding and skating. Vigorous-intensity activities include running and rollerblading. It is also beneficial to include activities that strengthen muscle and bone at least 3 days per week. |
Youth Friendly Community
The Youth Friendly Communities recognition award is a program of Play Works, an Ontario partnership for youth. The program outlines criteria for communities to support engaged youth and highlights the investments the community makes to youth play. Promising practices for youth engagement are highlighted and celebrated. The award recognition is a community collaboration and involves youth to complete the submission. The Municipality has been recognized as a Platinum Youth Friendly Community since 2008.
| What is a Youth Friendly Community? |
| A Youth Friendly Community encourages play for youth in their community. Play is any non-school activity that has elements of choice, leads to satisfaction, and encourages progressive learning and enjoyment. Activities can include - but are not limited to recreation, sport, leisure, arts, drama, dance, civic engagement, youth activism, volunteerism, social clubs and youth leadership. The Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture recognizes and appreciates the many community partners it works with to create opportunities for youth play. |