Check out these events being offered by John Howard Society/Foundry

Please find below, a list of current and upcoming groups offered at Foundry.

Cooking with Vanessa

  • Friday, November 22, 1-4:30
  • Special guest: Caleb Burd from the Wachiay Friendship Centre.
  • Discussion topics:  Tenancy, Employment, Human Rights and how to uphold them
  • Cook a meal together while chatting about community resources, budgeting, and life
  • Community partners/service provider guest speakers
  • Contact Vanessa Marshak for more details

Houndry Walks

  • Drop in at 4-5 Tuesdays for 12-16 year olds
  • Drop in at 11-12 Fridays for 17-24 year olds
  • Come on a dog walk- low barrier access to movement, the outdoors and cute doggies (no dog required)
  • Contact Rachel Ducommon for further information

Creative Collective

  • Every Wednesday until December 11th  1-4pm
  • Drop-in group for crafting, snacking, chatting and getting to know other crafters and artists
  • Ages 18-24, no registration.
  • Contact Amy Cadden for further information

Foundry Free Store & Swap

  • November 6th, 7th, & 8th from 1-4pm
  • Ages 18-24
  • No registration required

JOMO The Joy of Missing Out

  • Thursdays, Nov. 7- Dec. 12
  • Join the chat about unplugging, unsubscribing, uninstalling, and turning off
  • Weekly in-person conversations focus on improving connection, focus, and clarity of mind.
  • Registration required, contact Rachel Ducommon

Forest Walks

  • Wednesdays: 130-330 (Starting in November)
  • Looking to get outside and reconnect with nature? Join the Youth Employment and Education Team each week to explore a new trail, rain or shine.
  • Ages 15-24
  • Transportation included
  • Register with Kelly (250-202-5500) or Katrice (236-628-9949)
  • Maximum of 8 participants

Dopamenu Monday

  • Monday November 18th from 3:30pm-5pm
  • Open to youth, families, mentors and caregivers
  • Note: this is advertised as a JHSNI event (not Foundry) so youth younger than 12 are welcome with a caregiver
  • Explore healthy strategies for giving our brains the stimulation they need
  • What is a dopamenu?
    • A dopamine menu lists an assortment of pleasurable, healthy activities — from appetizers like yoga poses to main courses like a HIIT class to sides like white noise — from which ADHD brains can choose when they need stimulation.
  • Contact Rachel Ducommon at Foundry for more information