A Brief History

A proposal for the Youth & Family Inhalant Program was submitted in September 1994 and we were one of 6 solvent abuse centres by May 1995. The first youth were admitted to the Centre in July 1996.

Initially, the Youth Program was housed in trailers that were joined together with a maximum of 10 youth per intake. In 1999, a commitment was made to set aside funds for a new youth building. In July 2002, the new building was completed and the first youth arrived in July to much improved facilities.

Presently

The Youth Program has 3 intakes per year. They occur in January, mid May and late August. Each treatment cycle is approximately four months in length. The youth program includes school, education sessions, group sessions, individual counseling, a focus on fitness, nutrition awareness, cultural activities such as daily smudging, sweats, and drumming and singing. Youth also enjoy hand crafts and art activities such as beading, painting, sewing etc.

Staff

Sharon Duffy: Intake Coordinator
Anne Marie Dufour: Clinical Coordinator

Documents

• Current Intake Calendar
• Application Instructions
• Application Package