Through Youth | For Youth | By Youth
A safe place where youth can be themselves
After-school drop-in program
Open to youth ages 10 to 17
Registration Now Open (and required)
All youth must now be registered in order to participate in our activities.
NEW CHAPTER BEGINS SEPTEMBER 1
Weâre excited to welcome youth back to The WAY as we launch our NEW CHAPTER this fall. Our programming officially resumes Tuesday, September 1, and we canât wait to open our doors again.
New Mixed-Age Format: Ages 10 to 17
Everyone welcome: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm
Starting this year, The WAY will operate with a mixed group format for all program days. This means:
Youth from Grade 5 and up can attend
No more separate âyounger youthâ and âteenâ days
Everyone is welcome together, creating a more inclusive and dynamic community space
A Fresh Start for Our Community
This NEW CHAPTER reflects our commitment to offering a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for Wakefield youth. We look forward to reconnecting, welcoming new faces, and building a vibrant year together.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out :
Jacinthe - director@wakefieldyouth.ca
Kayla - coordinator@wakefieldyouth.ca
We believe youth should be given opportunities to develop leadership capacity.
Our Values
Youth Leadership
We will be inclusive, non-judgmental, and give all of our youth a safe, welcoming environment and a role in decision-making. Everyone has a voice in the WAY.
Equal Opportunity
We will provide youth with the opportunity to try, fail, succeed, learn and grow by providing unfailing encouragement, guidance, mentoring and support. If you believe, you can achieve.
Learning
We will stay current, interesting, engaging, challenging, and cutting edge in our programs and activities by saying yes to ideas and dreams, and working hard to make them work.
Innovation
We will work in partnership and collaboration with our community, other local organizations, sponsors, and individuals to help build a healthy community. Through that engagement, our participants will learn the value of giving back to their community.
Engagement
âWhen a young person finds a space where they can truly be themselves, they move forward naturally, with a strenght that even surprises those who accompany them.â
The TEAM
Saralie de Léséleuc
She brings warmth, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of community to her role as a youth animator. With a talent for building trust and sparking participation, she helps make The WAY a vibrant and inspiring place for everyone.
Animator
Emmerson Mason
As a youth animator, she creates a positive, inclusive atmosphere where young people feel supported, engaged, and free to be themselves. Her energy, creativity, and genuine connection with youth help make every evening at The WAY special.
Animator
CoordinatorKayla McCann
Our coordinator ensures the smooth daily operation of The WAY, supporting youth, guiding the team, and keeping our space welcoming and safe. She brings structure, heart, and a strong commitment to creating meaningful experiences for all participants.
Executive DirectorJacinthe Beaudin
She provides leadership, vision, and steady guidance to ensure The WAY continues to grow as a safe, vibrant, and supportive space for youth. She oversees programming, supports the team, and works closely with partners and families to strengthen our community and create meaningful opportunities for young people
Contact The WAY
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