Olds FCSS values the youth of our community. We understand the importance of connection and enagement for youth and have listed different organizations below for youth to connect with.
YAC - Youth Advisory Council
The Town of Olds also has a Youth Advisory Council which enables youth to be more involved in the community, discuss concerns and provide opportunities for older youth to mentor younger ones.
Apply to be a member of the Youth Advisory Council
Join us for Youth Week 2024!
Lots of exciting events happening during National Youth Week May 5 - 11, 2024!
The Youth Advisory Council is hosting a variety of activities throughout the week.
Admission is free and open to everyone between the ages of 12 and 21, but please register to assist with our planning.
Scheduled Events
Glow Bowling
Monday May 6, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
NERF Wars
Tuesday, May 7, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
WIBIT Swim
Wendesday, May 8, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Karaoke - Youth Takeover at Tracks Pub
Thursday, May 9, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Zone Hang Out
Friday, May 10, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Please register here for these events as space is limited.
The ZONE Youth Centre
Located in the lower level of the Community Connection Centre (4911-51 Ave.)
The ZONE is a youth drop-in centre that is designed to meet the interests of the youth using it. A partnership between BGC Olds and FCSS, the ZONE is a place to make meaningful relationships, increase confidence, learn social skills and assist in making positive lifestyle choices.
Monday to Friday 3:30 - 5:30 pm. FREE drop in for youth aged 10-14.
Tuesdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Magic Card Club, FREE
Wednesdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Dungeons & Dragons
Fridays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Free drop in for youth aged 14-18.
Check the Community Event Calendar for more events happening at the ZONE!
Please print and complete the REGISTRATION form and bring it with you to the club on your first visit.
Local Youth Social Programs
- 185 Olds Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron
- BGC of Olds and Area
- Pandora’s Boox
- Olds Municipal Library
- Mountain View Family Resource Network
Local Youth Sports and Culture Groups
- Apex Club Volleyball
- Arashi Do Olds
- Imagine Gymnastics Olds
- Inspire Baton
- Inspire Dance Studio
- Junior Curling Club
- Move Yourself Dance
- Olds and District Music Teacher’s Association
- Olds Figure Skating Club
- Olds Minor Baseball
- Olds Minor Hockey Association
- Olds Minor Lacrosse
- Olds Minor Soccer
- Olds Minor Softball
- Mountain View Youth Dart Club (Olds)
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