PRINCE ALBERT — Youth in Prince Albert have access to a new drop-in centre located in the Gateway Mall (471-1403 Central Ave.).
The new youth-driven service provides a safe space for young people aged 12 and up. It offers improved access to a wide range of community social services, including cultural, educational, training and health programs.
The centre has been established through a partnership between the Government of Saskatchewan, the Prince Albert Youth Advisory Team (YAT) and Prince Albert Outreach. The Ministry of Social Services is providing $135,000 this year, and over $196,000 in annualized funding, to support the development and operation of the youth drop-in centre.
"Since 2002, our programming has been able to help the youth of Prince Albert and area,” PA Outreach Executive Director Bill Chow said.
“The opening of the youth drop-in centre represents a continued commitment to make a difference for the youth of Prince Albert and area."
The youth advisory teams are part of the Ministry of Social Services' multi-year youth engagement initiative to provide connections to an array of services directly supporting youth as they transition from care and build their independence. Teams are located in Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Regina and are supported directly by the ministry in partnership with community organizations.
The Prince Albert Outreach Program is a community-based inter-agency initiative whose mission is to provide a safe environment for the youth of Prince Albert. They encourage youth to make choices that improve their quality of life and help them reach full potential.
