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At Youth Diversion, we empower young people to make positive choices through education, mentorship, and intervention. Explore our programs designed to support youth in building skills, developing resilience, and staying on the right path.

Impact Stats

Over 400 youth supported annually

Over 175 presentations & workshops facilitated annually

Over 10,000 students, parents, young people, professionals reached annually

Overall: 91% Successful closures annually

Justice: 79% Successful closures annually

Outreach: 97% Successful closures annually

Rebound JR – 6-11

100% of children and parents said that they would recommend this program to a friend or other family. 100% of parents saw a positive change in their children who completed the program. The children rated the program 9/10 with no major feedback towards improvements

KYPP/Choices – 18-26

Almost all clients stated they would want to continue the program if given the chance and would highly recommend this program to other young people. A majority of clients noted the positive change they had already seen in their lives because of the program

Programs

A 10-week interactive program designed to help youth develop essential life skills, boost self-esteem, and build positive decision-making habits. Through engaging activities, behaviour rehearsals, and real-world discussions, participants gain practical tools to navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and take responsibility for their actions.

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Helping youth navigate the complexities of the online world with confident

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Time to L.A.G. is an engaging, interactive program designed to educate youth about the benefits and risks of video gaming. It helps participants make informed, healthy choices regarding their gaming habits and screen time.

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L.O.S.S. is an educational program that helps youth understand the consequences of shoplifting and stealing, offering alternatives and promoting empathy for the impact on victims, families, and communities.

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Teen Intervene is a proven, evidence-based program designed to help youth address mild to moderate substance use issues. Through personalized sessions, it empowers them to make healthier choices and reduce harm.

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The See Different program helps youth, including those in leadership roles, develop respect for diversity and inclusion, preparing them to lead in school and the workplace by understanding and embracing others’ differences.

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Becoming Who I Want to Be is a self-discovery program that helps individuals build on their strengths, overcome obstacles, and align their choices with the person they aspire to become.

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Testimonials

“Thank you for your input and not turning him away. It’s been really nice to see him trust you and finally allow himself to open up to someone. He’s been let down so many times that he just gave up on believing he could ever trust someone with his feelings”
Parent
“I just wanted to say a huge thank you for how you are handling… She has really been listening to the advice you have been giving her…”
Parent
“...We’ve also been seeing very positive changes at home! He’s currently completing all his chores without reminding and excited for class today”
Parent
“Genuinely, I think his work with you has been the most impactful so far than anything we have tried in the past. You are a godsend!”
Parent
“... He said that you are his life coach. For me what’s important is that he talks to someone he feels comfortable with. I love all the life styles and skills you work on with him”
Parent
“I think you have had more success with her in an hour than others have had in years… thanks again!”
Parent
“(I learned) Self Awareness and challenging some of my own inner issues.”
Client
“We have the affirmations posted… We still continue to talk about the program to this day.”
Client
“To know I have a voice as well as others and that it matters … making an honest effort can make the difference in our life.”
Client
“I now understand myself more fully and have had a wonderful opportunity of having a safe positive space for me to talk freely about how I feel without judgement, and how to deal with stress, anxiety, depression, and relationships.”
Client
“Learning how to better understand my emotions, the right ways to get on track with bettering myself and working towards my goals of success.”
Client
“(I learned) All of the things I need to know! :)”
Child
“(I learned) Joy, self-esteem, and how to make friends!”
Child
“He had a positive awareness of himself and others after going to camp.”
Parent
“...my children were definitely using the techniques they were taught. They were less aggressive with each other and more likely to talk things out.”
Parent

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