Youth Explore Zone
Ages 9-12 years
Are you looking to have fun and meet new friends? Check out these programs just for youth that focus on building friendships, social skills, confidence and more!
Whether you have been living here for a while or have recently relocated to the area, join us for a fun activity while connecting and sharing experiences with other military youth in the community.
Holiday Movie Night
Ages: 6-15 years
Get into the holiday spirit at PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the holiday favourite Elf while connecting with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, December 5
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Christmas Creative Creations
Explore your creativity, make connections and have fun! Youth will use their artistic talents and a variety of arts and crafts materials to create unique holiday themed artwork on their own or together with their peers. Activities include snow globe making, card crafting, step-by-step holiday painting, and ornament making!
Date: Thursday, December 11
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Choose Your Own Adventure
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Adventure awaits at the MFRC! Come explore video games, art materials or board games…it’s your choice! Youth will have fun playing games, building friendships, social skills, confidence and more.
Date: Friday, December 12
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Game Night!
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Join us for some fun and friendly competition, playing board games and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to test their knowledge and quick-thinking skills as they work together with their peers to brainstorm and problem solve while making connections with each other. A variety of board games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups. Some games include, but are not limited to, Monopoly, Twister, Draw It, Uno and more!
Date: Thursday, December 18
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Youth Game & Trivia Night
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Join us for some fun and friendly competition, playing board games, playing trivia and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to test their knowledge and quick-thinking skills as they work together with their peers to brainstorm and problem solve while making connections with each other. A variety of board games and card games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups. Youth will also have the chance to take part in a trivia game to test their knowledge and enjoy some friendly competition for fun prizes!
Date: Thursday, January 15
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Join us for Youth Choice PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and collectively choose a movie to watch while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, January 23
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Taking Care of Me
Create your own bath soap, bath bombs or body scrubs! Youth will design and customize their own products while learning how self-care and pampering yourself can increase joy and confidence. Youth can choose to keep their products for themselves or give them to someone else as a gift. Soap ingredients will include a goat milk soap base with the option of adding essential oils or soap dyes to allow for individual creativity while being mindful of any allergies or sensitivities.
Date: Thursday, January 29
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Creative Creations
Explore your creativity, make connections and have fun! Youth will use their artistic talents and a variety of arts and crafts materials to create unique holiday themed artwork on their own or together with their peers. Activities include a creating valentines, lantern making, sensory jars and more!
Date: Thursday, February 5
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Join us for Youth Choice PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and collectively choose a movie to watch while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, February 20
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300.
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Game Night!
Ages: 6-15 years
Join us for some fun and friendly competition, playing board games and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to test their knowledge and quick-thinking skills as they work together with their peers to brainstorm and problem solve while making connections with each other. A variety of board games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups. Some games include, but are not limited to, Monopoly, Twister, Draw It, Uno and more!
Date: Friday, February 27
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
B-I-N-G-O!
Did somebody say BINGO? Youth will play rounds of BINGO to WIN prizes while connecting with their peers.
Date: Thursday, March 5
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night
Ages: 6-15 years
Join us for PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night! Youth can wear their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the live-action comedy film Lilo & Stitch (2025) while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.
Date: Friday, March 6
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
Choose Your Own Adventure
Ages: 6 - 15 years
Adventure awaits at the MFRC! Come explore video games, art materials or board games…it’s your choice! Youth will have fun playing games, building friendships, social skills, confidence and more.
Date: Friday, March 20
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen
