41st Annual General Meeting
Youth Diversion hosted its 41st AGM last night and we want to thank everyone who was present during this event. Congratulations to Daren Dougal who was this year’s recipient of the Nick Bala Distinguished Service Award
New Executive Director
The Board of Directors would like to take this time to thank all of its community partners for their feedback, support and ongoing confidence during this past year of transition. The Board has completed its Executive Director recruitment process and is pleased to announce that Mr. Quigley has agreed to a three year contract. In […]
National Go Canoeing Week At Youth Diversion
Thanks to Steve Nash and Traditional Excellence for offering our youth the opportunity to get outside and enjoy canoe week.
Arbonne Charitable Foundation Grant
Youth Diversion is honoured to be recognized by the Arbonne Charitable Foundation through a grant of $2200 that will support our early intervention and prevention programs such as Rebound and Mentoring. The Arbonne Charitable Foundation’s mission is to provide support for programs and opportunities that promote the development of confidence and self‑esteem in teenage girls […]
Police Gala raises $107,000 for Youth Diversion
The Kingston Police 175 Anniversary Inaugural Gala raised $107,000 for Youth Diversion. Thank You to all the people involved in hosting such an extraordinary event. Thank you to all the sponsors and business who donated funds and merchandise for the Gala and thank you to the community for once again demonstrating your commitment for the youth […]
The Board of Directors says goodbye
Tanya Dee, is the last serving board member from the merger of both Youth Diversion and Kairos 5 years ago. Tanya’s commitment, passion and support for both organizations span over 20 years as a volunteer and a board member. She was a Rebound Coach, Youth Court Committee member and a mentor in addition to her […]
A Special Graduation Day
It was an incredibly special day recently for Hope who despite great odds and many life hurdles, graduated high school. Family, friends and adult allies who supported her throughout her journey gathered at Youth Diversion to celebrate this milestone. To know Hope is to completely understand just how special this accomplishment truly is. Hope will […]
Heather Lynne Wells Memorial Education Fund
Youth Diversion Sustainability Fund Matching Campagin COVID 19 Second Wave Update New agreement between Youth Diversion and the Kingston Police COVID 19 update OTF announces Grant for Intersections Human Sex Trafficking Workshop 2019 Nick Bala Distinguished Service Award 2019 volunteer of the Year Gender Expression and Identity workshop 2018 Youth Christmas Parity 2018 Nick Bala […]
A Day At The Spa
Thank you so much to Constance Carriere-Prill and her team of Arbonne consultants who provided the girls of the second floor of the Robert Meek Youth Center with makeovers and special tips on health and wellbeing. At the same time, the boys were at Artiliary Park for a day of their own. Thanks to all […]
Check Out One Of Our Newest Staff Members
Youth Diversion welcomes Baily to our team. Thanks to an amazing contribution from 4paws Kingston and Dale Blimkie giving his time to be a trained handler, Dale is able to augment his tools with the support of Baily the therapy dog!