History, Mission & Vision
2021-2022 SLIDESHOW
Take a look at fun, quick slideshow talking about who we are and what we do! Learn more about us and our organization history, mission, vision, psychology, and values below!
About Us

We are a community-based organization focused on helping make the world around us a better, happier place. With the help of our tireless staff and volunteers, we provide a safe and healthy environment for young people to have fun, learn and grow. We offer programming, organize fundraisers and exciting community-building initiatives.

Are you passionate about what we’re doing? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We’ll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you. We’re excited to have you join the team!

Whether you help through monetary or in-kind donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn’t accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you.
Our History
Carleton Place and District Youth Centre (CPDYC) was established in 1995 in partnership with local police and business owners as a preventative measure to combat crime and substance use among young people in town. Since inception, our programs and services have expanded to better meet the needs of our youth and our community. CPDYC is governed by a Board of Directors and supported through donations, fundraising and grants.
Mission
To inspire, engage and celebrate youth through social, educational recreational activities and community participation encouraging a youth base invested in their local community.
Vision
We visualize a town in which all youth participate in shaping a vibrant community. We will accomplish our mission through collaboration with the community and youth, developing partnerships to facilitate fun and diverse programs and opportunities that increase youth involvement, community attachment, healthy outlooks, and provide optimistic outcomes.
Psychology
Developing programs that positively affect all areas of youth development ensures a healthy outlook and promotes optimistic outcomes.
Psychological
Awareness, feelings,
Attitudes, beliefs, trust,
Self esteem, motivation,
Creativity
Physical and Behavioral
Health and Well Being,
Skills, Participation,
Diet
Cultural
Ethics, attitude,
Customs, language,
Collective norms,
Perceptions
Social Systems
Community, law, policies Programs, Infrastructure, housing, transportation, Government
Values
Humour
laughter is good medicine.
Compassion
kindness, caring, mentoring.
Respect
All youth are respected and encouraged to participate in community.
Positivity
Act, speak, live positive.
Community
Parents and community members are meaningfully engaged establishing opportunities for partnerships and increased volunteer base.
Connection
All youth have opportunity to congregate in a safe and supportive environment where they can mingle, have fun, learn and thrive.

You can donate to Carleton Place and District Youth Centre online at Canada Helps Charity Registration # 89066 5342 RR0001
Have any questions?
Reach out to our ED by email at: cpyouthcenter@gmail.com