Camps & Youth Programs

Babysitting is a job with significant responsibility!

The St.Johns Ambulance Babysitting Course helps prospective babysitters learn the skills they need including, safety rules, responding to emergencies and developing leadership skills.

This course is for youth aged 11 to 15 years old and helps to teach new babysitters the necessary skills to provide care to children in a variety of situations including dealing with behaviour, caring for a sick child, and what to ask before caring for a child with disabilities.

Upcoming Dates:

Saturday October 4, 2025 | 9am-4pm
Saturday November 15, 2025 | 9am-4pm

The cost is $85.00 and includes the Babysitting Manual and an Emergency First Aid Kit

Meridian Community Centre, 100 Meridian Way Fonthill

Participants are required to bring a doll or stuffed animal large enough to be diapered, a lunch and a pencil. 

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This program allows families to come to the Meridian Community Centre for family gym time and physical activity! During this time, families are encouraged to get active, shoot hoops and have fun together!  Basketball nets will be accessible for use.

Program fee: Youth- $3.50 | Adults- $6 or Activity Punch Pass $100 for 20 visits | All children must be supervised during this drop-in program

2025 Fall Schedule

Wednesday 4:00-5:30 pm (Starting October 1)

*Please note: From September 1 to 22, 2025, the gymnasium floors will be undergoing needed maintenance. All gymnasium programming is suspended during this time.

Sing, move and play! Children are introduced to music and movement concepts through songs and games. Together we will explore pitch, tempo, and timbre, learn respect for instruments and each other, and of course, get up and move, move, move. Classes will always have an emphasis on movement and play and have age-appropriate expectations for all children.

This class has a primary focus on ages 3 -6, however younger siblings, from birth, are welcome.

2025 Fall Schedule

Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 am (Starting September 11) at the Meridian Community Centre.

Cost: Children $3.50.  Parent/Guardian - Free.

One parent/guardian required per family. 

The Home Alone course is for any young person who will be spending short periods of time home alone. This course covers many issues that will help children and their parents feel more confident.

Town of Pelham - YOUth Matter

The mission of the Town of Pelham's Mayor's Youth Advisory Collective (MYAC) Working Group is to provide a communication link between the youth of Pelham and the Pelham Town Council. The needs of the youth may be addressed and action can be taken to enrich the quality of life, health and well-being of youth in our community.

Stay connected with MYAC on Facebook and Instagram

MYAC's Objectives:

• To identify and bring forward issues which will have an impact on Pelham youth.
• To keep Town Council informed of important matters affecting youth.
• To act as a positive advocate for youth.
• To promote positive meaningful activities for youth in partnership with the Community.
• To actively seek input from youth on important matters.
• To provide leadership experience for youth.

Becoming a MYAC Member

Applications for the 2025/2026 term are now closed. Applications for the 2026/2027 term will open in June 2026.

All applicants must be youth in grades 6-12 who live or go to school in Pelham. 

Why Become a MYAC Member?

• Be a voice for youth in your community
• Share your passions and ideas for change
• Network with others
• Get involved
• Organize & plan events
• Build your resume and gain experience
• Gain volunteer hours
• Leadership & team building opportunities
• Make a lasting difference in Pelham

When Do We Meet?

MYAC meets regularly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. from September through to June.  Meetings may be subject to change due to conflict with school or holiday schedules. 

Kinder Music Theatre

For the kinder who's always dressing up, dancing around, and singing along with their favourite soundtracks! Come channel that creative energy in this introductory music theatre class with Amelia. Students will learn healthy singing techniques, drama skills, stage etiquette, and more, all while learning familiar songs and working toward a final performance. No previous experience required.

Ages 4-6

Fall Session - 7 Weeks | September 10 - October 22 (Wednesdays) | 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Fall Session - 7 Weeks | September 11 - October 23 (Thursdays) | 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Winter Session - 7 Weeks | October 29 - December 10 (Wednesdays) | 4:30 - 5:30pm

Winter Session- 7 Weeks | October 30 - December 11 (Thursdays) | 5:45 - 6:45pm

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Primary Music Theatre

Come develop triple-threat skills in this music theatre class for primary students. Amelia’s classes will feature skill-building games and activities while working towards a final performance. Students will learn performance fundamentals in singing (solo and group), acting, dancing, stage etiquette, and more, all while building their confidence and working together as a team.

Ages 6-8

Fall Session - 7 Weeks | September 11 - October 23 (Thursdays) | 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Winter Session- 7 Weeks | October 30 - December 11 (Thursdays) | 4:30 - 5:30pm

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Junior Music Theatre 

Calling all drama kids! Dive deeper into the world of performing arts with Amelia’s Junior music theatre class. Though no experience is required, students will be challenged to develop confident performance skills and work collaboratively towards a final showcase. Students will learn healthy singing technique, stage etiquette, drama skills, and more.

Ages 9-12

Fall Session- 7 Weeks | September 10 - October 22 (Wednesdays) | 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Winter Session- 7 Weeks | October 29 - December 10 (Wednesdays) | 5:45pm-7:15pm

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PD Day Camp runs from 9am-4pm at the Meridian Community Centre and include activities such as games, crafts, gym time and more! Additionally, campers will be walking to local parks alongside the counsellors.

Upcoming Camp Dates:

September 19
October 10
November 28
January 16
February 13
June 5

Camp Rate | $65 per child, includes Grilled Cheese & Fries for lunch
*Extended care is not available for PD Day Camps

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RoboThink offers fun & educational robotics, STEM and coding programs to children! We go beyond robotics, fostering self-confidence, technical mastery, creativity, and spatial awareness. Join us for a journey of fun and endless STEM learning possibilities!

Battle Robots (8 weeks)

Can you build the strongest and most agile robot? Can your robot win a head-to-head combat mission? Learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures using unique RoboThink bricks, and then apply that knowledge to build multiple robots for a variety of friendly competitions. You will have a blast as you play robot soccer, compete in robot replay races, and complete dozens of other fun challenges in this fun robotics program.

Ages 5-12 | 4:30-5:30pm | Mondays for 8 weeks | September 15-November 10 (Excluding October 13) | $250 | Meridian Community Centre

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With parents being just as busy as Santa's Elves this time of year, this is the perfect opportunity to get your last minute shopping done as the holidays quickly approach! Bring your children to the Meridian Community Centre for a night of crafts, movies, popcorn and holiday spirit! With Pizza for dinner, your child will have a night of fun while you get your shopping done!

Youth ages 4-12 | $30 per workshop | 4:30-9:00 pm

Upcoming Workshop Dates:
December 12
December 19

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Various stations will be set up in the gymnasium to allow for Tots to play and explore at their own pace.  Equipment provided includes Toys, Walker, Tricycle, Play Mats, Parachute, Soccer nets, Balls, Tent and more!

This program is for Parents/Grandparents/Guardians and children aged 5 and under, to take part in physical activity in the Meridian Community Centre Gymnasium.

Tuesday 10:15am - 12:00pm

Cost: Children $3.50 youth aged 5 and under.  Parent/Guardian - Free. 

All children must be supervised for this drop in program, no instruction is provided.  

Join us at the Meridian Community Centre for a camp filled with holiday crafts and activities! The group will have ice and gym time, and will be joined by special guests throughout the week! This camp takes place from 9am-4pm. Please note, there are 2 separate registrations depending on which camp dates are required!

Camp Dates: December 22 & 23

Camp rate: $110 | 9:00 am-4:00 pm each day | Campers ages 4-12

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Camp Dates: December 29, 30 & January 2

Camp rate: $155 | 9:00 am-4:00 pm each day | Campers ages 4-12

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