Youth Belleville

Youth Belleville offers programs run by youth for youth; designed to make teens feel valued and empower them to help shape their future and the world around them. Become a member and help determine activities and events that can be held for youth in the Youth Room and at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre.

Learn more about opportunities for Youth in the Bay of Quinte region.

Youth Room

During operational times you can enjoy the Youth Room at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre on the second floor. A drop-in room for Grade 6 to 12 students full of games, electronics and more. Register for Youth Room drop-in times here.

We are looking for Youth volunteers to help us re-open the Youth Room. Flexible shifts will be offered to work with your schedule. Gain community hours and Municipality experience as a Youth Room Attendant. Apply online with our Youth Volunteer Application form. 

How much does it cost?

Free for Grade 6-12 students. Must register for a timeslot so we can do attendance. You can register online, by phone or at the Customer Service Desk at Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre.

What is available in the Youth Room?

Youth Room Calendar

The Youth Room is open! New Youth Room times come out monthly. The Youth Room is monitored by volunteers and staff and hours vary based on their availability.

Calendar

Youth programs at Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre

For additional information on dates, times and fees and/or to register, follow the link below, go to our online registration or call our office at 613-966-4632.

To learn more about our current programs please visit our Activity Guide page. Programs include but are not limited to the following;

• Gym programs
• Youth Room drop-in times
• Art and science programs
• Skating and Power Skating programs programs
• Swimming lessons and advanced aquatic programs
• Camps

Standard First Aid

We offer first aid courses for anyone 14 years and older.

 Youth Program Schedules

Youth employment with the City of Belleville

Throughout the year the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre (City of Belleville municipality) hires for a variety of recreation positions from instructors, lifeguards, facility staff and more! Check the City of Belleville employment page regularly for new postings.

 Apply Here

Youth volunteering

Youth must be 14 years of age and over to be a volunteer at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre. Youth 18 years of age and over will need a police check with vulnerable sector screening.

Apply using the Youth Volunteer Application Form.

Youth volunteering opportunities at Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre:

• Youth Room Attendant
  
• Preschool/Children/Youth Program Helper
• Gym/Sports Program Helper
• Camps Helpers
  
• Aquatics Helper
• 50+ Centre Helper

Apply Here

Belleville Youth Engagement Committee

The Belleville Youth Engagement Committee (B.Y.E.C.) is made up of a number of youth from Belleville and City Councillors who work to advise City Council and other community organizations about issues that youth care about with the goal of making Belleville a better place for young people. 

The mandate of the Belleville Youth Engagement Committee is to:

• Represent all youth interests in the City of Belleville by advising City Council, City staff where appropriate and other community institutions on matters pertaining to youth
• Undertake any other advisory duties as requested by City Council with the common goal of making Belleville a better place for all youth and ensuring youth have a voice 

2024/2025 Members

• Councillor Kelly (Chair)
• Councillor Chatten
• Alexander St. John
• Navdeep Singh
• Olivia Millard
• Hillary Winstanley
• Peter Matawyuk

Free Public Skate (Sponsored by Belleville Youth Engagement Committee)

Free Public Skate
Sponsored by Belleville Youth Engagement Committee
Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Time: 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Location: Mackay Insurance Arena, Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre

-First come, first served for this event. No pre-registration is available.
-Helmets are strongly recommended.
-No skating aids permitted.
-Skates must be worn by all on the ice.

Learn more about recreational skating at the Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre by calling 613-966-4632 or visit QSWC.ca.

B.Y.E.C. Agendas and Minutes

Meeting agendas and minutes can be found on the City of Belleville website.

If you would like a member of the B.Y.E.C. to come to your local event/meeting or you would like to do a deputation at our monthly meeting, please reach out via email with further details. 

B.Y.E.C. 2023/2024 Highlights

• Conducted a survey for Youth on resources they feel are important in the community.
• Bike giveaway to local high school student for completing the Youth survey.
• 2 Volunteer Fair visits at local secondary school put on by Volunteer and Information HPE.
• Regular visits to career/civics classes by Councillor Allsopp to talk about local government and what youth need in the community of Belleville.
• Youth community resource guide created and distributed. Request copy or view below.
• Attended Loyalist College information fair.
• Visited One Roof in Kingston to learn more about Youth Wellness Hubs of Ontario.
• Promoted local events for Youth on social media and website.
• Met with local leaders at monthly committee meetings to learn more about local organizations and causes.
• Free student transit passes initiative launched.
• Launched Belleville Youth News newsletter. Email to request a copy.
• Attend the 2024 Rural Youth Summit in Belleville.
• Hosted a free public skate at Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre on Jan. 1, 2025 to ring in the new year.

Youth Community Resource Guide

Looking for community resources for Youth in Belleville. Request our community resource guide with this online form and a Community Services Staff member will be in touch with you via email with the guide.

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