Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO) | Embracing diversity, building community | Apprecier la diversité, forger la communauté
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Afterschool Programs

Afterschool Programs

YOCISO offers a range of afterschool leadership workshops that are delivered at our Newcomer Youth Center located at 1800 Bank Street. Our workshops are a fun and engaging way to make new friends.

Program Schedule:
• Programs run Monday-Thursday after school, 3:30-6:30 PM.
• Location: 1800 Bank Street, 3rd floor.
• For the weekly updated calendar, check our Instagram: @ocisoyouth.

If interested please contact:

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Programs

YOCISO’s Kitchen

A hands-on cooking program where youth can learn new recipes, develop life skills, and enjoy creative independence in the kitchen.

Self-Care Programming

A day dedicated to the importance of self-care, featuring fun activities, indoor and outdoor recreation, and wellness reminders for youth.

Creative Corner

A space for youth to explore their creativity through arts, crafts, DIY projects, sewing, and more.

STEM Stars

An interactive program where youth engage in STEM learning and experiments in a fun environment, sometimes even featuring guest speakers from Ingenium Canada.

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YOCISO Mingle

This is a fun and engaging program where youth can join us for an interactive evening. The aim of this program is to decrease social isolation and to foster new relationships. Whether it’s paint night, movie night, or an interactive workshop, participants always leave with a smile.

How do I stay up to date on your programming and schedule?
We regularly post our programming on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok (@OCISOYOUTH).

Follow us to see the great things we are doing!
Are the programs free?
All YOCISO programs are free!
Do I need to be a Canadian citizen to participate in the programs?
No, you do not need to be a Canadian citizen – contact us for more details.
Do I need my parents' permission to participate in the programs?
If you are under 16, yes you will need your parents' consent to participate in our programs.
Does YOCISO offer volunteer hours?
Yes, we do! Contact us for more details.
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