Into art, sports, baking, music, leadership, games — or just somewhere to be after school? There's a place for you here. Drop in, no sign-up, no cost.
A free, fun, safe and inclusive drop-in space for every young person in Elgin County.
Real programs run every week — creative, active, social, and support. Show up to the ones that sound like you.
Make something with your hands. Supplies on us.
Ball, games, and burning off the day.
Bake it, eat it. Every Monday.
Cook a real meal together and dig in.
A safe space and someone to talk to.
Console, board games, tournaments.
Movie night to close out the week.
Get ready for the jump to high school.
Resumes, interviews, landing your first gig.
Just for the younger crew (12–14).
School's out? We're open all day.
Cooking classes all summer long.
We started in 2005 as the Talbot Teen Centre. In 2020 we became Ignite Youth Centre, a name built around energy, creativity, and what young people can become. We're the youth home of St. Thomas-Elgin Youth & Employment Services.
Every dollar keeps Ignite free for the youth who need it. Fund a program, a meal, or a safe afternoon.
Give todayShare a skill, mentor a teen, or lend a hand at a program night. We'd love to have you.
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