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canadian Red Cross Courses

BGC London and the Canadian Red Cross are collaborating to help prepare our youth in Dorchester, Ilderton, and Thorndale for future job opportunities. These courses are open to all youth in the community; no Club membership required.

Red Cross Stay Safe
Thorndale


Date: January 17, 2025
Location: Thorndale Community Centre
(265 Upper Queen Street, Thorndale, ON)

Exciting programs in your community

Start 2025 off with fun and learning! Check out the amazing programs happening across Dorchester, Ilderton, and Thorndale.

For easy access, details and registrations are hyperlinked with the program locations below.

Happening in January

Young Artist Studio
A 4-week program for youth to unleash their creativity and make beautiful art!

Times 6:00pm - 8:00pm 
Ages 9-14
Ilderton -  January 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th
Dorchester - January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

Road Code
Teens can learn essential driving skills through an interactive classroom experience, in partnership with Fanshawe Driving School.

Ages 14-18
Times - 10:00am - 5:00pm
Ilderton - January 18th 
Dorchester - January 11th 
Thorndale - January 4th 

Kid Food Nation
Learn cooking skills, food literacy, and create healthy meals in a fun, hands-on way.

Time - 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Ages 8-12
Dorchester - January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, February 4th, 11th

Lights, Camera, Action Movie Night
Relax with a cozy movie night, popcorn, and pajamas!

Ages 9-14
Times - 5:30pm - 8:00pm 
Ilderton - January 31st
Thorndale - January 24th 

Happening in February

Young Artist Studio
This 4-week art program is perfect for youth ages 9-14 to explore their artistic talents and develop new skills. 🖌️✨

Times 6:00pm - 8:00pm 
Ages 9-14
Thorndale - February - Thursdays
$60 for Members - $72 for Visitors

Game Show Night
💥 Step into the spotlight for a night of thrilling game show-style challenges inspired by classics like Jeopardy, Family Feud, and Minute to Win It! Bring your quick thinking, team spirit, and competitive edge.

Times 6:00pm - 8:00pm 
Ages 9-14
Thorndale - February 7, Friday
Dorchester - February 28, Friday
Ilderton - February 21, Friday
$10 for Members - $13 for Visitors

Challenge Series
💥 Join this high-energy, team-based program where creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving take center stage! Each week brings a unique them

Times 6:00pm - 8:00pm 
Ages 9-14
Dorchester - February - Wednesdays
Ilderton - February - Mondays
$60 for Members - $72 for Visitors

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to write to our Rural Program Coordinator at ruralyouthprograms@bgclondon.ca. You can also reach out to Arden at amcclean@bgclondon.ca or call 519-434-9115 ext 257

We’d love to hear from you! Contact the Rural Youth Program team by email here.