Youth Programing, Ages 13-24
Kikosewin FRN
Youth 13-24: Programs & Events
*All programs & events are free*
Tuesdays
July 7th - August 18th
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: WEM Kickstand
Sacred Pathways @ Kickstand
Sacred Pathways is meant to guide youth on a journey through traditional practices, including craftwork, beading, medicine wheel teachings, sacred medicine knowledge, and ceremonial smudging.
This program creates safe spaces for youth to engage in land-based teachings and meet other like-minded youth!
Wednesdays
Aug. 5th, 12th & 19th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Work Readiness for Youth (Ages 13 -17)
Need help preparing for summer job interviews? Want some free support in creating and updating your resume writing skills? We can support you in developing your resume and cover letter writing skills in a small group of one on one setting. Come join us at the Lois Hole Library. Snacks provided!
Thursday
July 16th
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Location:Bent Arrow Parkdale School (Room 1)
You are Medicine
Are you a member or an ally of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community looking for a place to make some new friends? Then we have a place for you! Here is safe space where everyone can be themselves and connect with other youth. Learn tips for boosting your self-esteem and exploring your identity while we make medicine bags.
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
Tuesday
July 21st
10:00am - 3:30pm
Location:Bent Arrow Parkdale School (Room 1)
Pride Ribbon Bags Workshop
Are you a member or an ally of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community? Do you have things to carry places sometimes? Join us to make your very own pride flag ribbon tote bag so you can carry your things with pride! Snacks and materials will be provided.
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
***2SLGBTQIA+ youth have priority registration; Allies who register will be added to the waiting list. If spaces are still available during the week of program, waiting list folks will be contacted via email in the order registrations are received. ***
*Registration is required for this program
Tuesday
July 28th
10:00am - 3:30pm
Canoeing
Join the Kikosewin youth team and our amazing partners at Spirit North for our canoeing adventure! Spend the day in the sunshine, on the water at Rundle Park. Equipment and lunch will be provided. Spaces are limited!
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
Tuesday
July 31st
10:00am - 3:00pm
Picnic at ÎNÎW Park
Get out and explore one of Edmonton’s most beautiful treasures, our river valley! Join our adventure to the ÎNÎW Indigenous Art Park! We will check out the featured art pieces by various Indigenous artists and take in the sunshine and marvelous greenery as we enjoy a picnic lunch! Who doesn’t love a nice summertime picnic? Lunch will be provided. Spaces are limited.
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
Wednesday
August 5th
10:00am - 3:30pm
ReFABricated Fashion
Do you have old clothes looking for a new life? Don’t throw them away! Join us for this FREE program for youth ages 13-17 and fall in love with them all over again! Practice your machine sewing skills, let your unique creative style shine, and upcycle an old clothing item with a fresh, new, one-of-a-kind look! That favourite old item you’re not quite ready to part with will find FABULOUS again in no time! Snacks and materials are provided. Spaces are limited, sew register now!
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
Wednesday
August 12th
10:00am - 3:30pm
Orienteering
Have you ever wondered how generations of Indigenous Peoples found their way around Turtle Island without Google Maps? Join Kikosewin youth and our amazing partners at Spirit North for a fun-filled adventure and learn some new skills along the way! We’d be lost without you! Lunch will be provided. Spaces are limited.
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
Monday
August 17th
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Archery
Join Kikosewin youth and our amazing partners at Spirit North! Try your hand at archery and make some new friends; It’s worth a shot! Equipment will be provided.
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
Tuesday
August 18th
10:00am - 3:30pm
Traditional Games
Do you ever find yourself feeling bored with nothing to do? Join Kikosewin youth and our amazing partners at Spirit North to chase your boredom away, build a variety of skills, and have fun while doing it! Folks will spend the day learning to play traditional and Northern games that have been played and passed down through generations for centuries!
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
Wednesday
August 19th
1:00pm - 3:30pm
Pop-Up Pride Prep
Calling all creative youth! Support Edmonton’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community and join us to help make a poster to carry in Edmonton’s upcoming Pride Parade & Trans March on Saturday, August 22! Folks are welcome to join us even if you’re not able to march in the parade.
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
Saturday
August 22nd
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Pride Parade & Trans March
Rainbow up, grab a sign, and get ready to cheer loud and proud! Join us at the Edmonton Pride Festival to walk with Bent Arrow’s Gender Diversity Committee in the Pride Parade & Trans March! Celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and the beauty and vibrance diversity brings to our community!
*Parade Starts at 1:00pm
Folks of all genders, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome!
*Registration is required for this program
St. Albert Programs
In partnership with St. Albert Family Resource Centre
Tuesdays
July 7th - 28th
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Akinsdale Park Sports Field
Splash & Dash
Hey youth! Dive into fun with water games and exciting challenges.
Snacks and drinks provided—come ready to get soaked and have a blast!
Wednesdays
July 8th - Aug. 26th
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Lions Park
Outdoor Cooking
Calling all teen food adventurers!
Join us to cook up delicious treats you can enjoy around the fire or on your next camping trip.
Fridays
July 10th & 24th
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: St. Albert Botanical Park
Outdoor Crafts
Hey, youth! Join us for a sunny day of creativity—make flower crowns and art using nature as your canvas.
Snacks and drinks will be provided, so come ready to have fun!
Tuesdays
Aug. 18th & 25th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Akinsdale Park
Beading in The Park
Hey youth! Unwind and refresh your mind and body with some beading in the park.
Bring your own project or start something new—we’ll provide all the supplies, plus snacks and drinks!
Thursday
Aug. 20th
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Lions Park
End of Summer Circle
Hey youth! Come hang out in our sharing circle—swap your summer stories, chat about what’s coming up this school year, and hear what everyone’s thinking.
Snacks and good vibes included!
Questions? Reach us at 780-481-3451 or kikosewin@bentarrow.ca
Contact Kikosewin Family Resource Network
