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Youth Diversion Youth Diversion helps youth overcome challenges by: Providing prevention, intervention and educationa

CORE PURPOSE

Helping youth overcome challenges

MISSION

Youth Diversion helps youth overcome challenges by:
Providing prevention, intervention and educational services that divert youth from risk and support their ability to thrive. VISION

All youth in our community are supported in making choices that contribute to their overall wellbeing, help them reach their potential and expand their leadership capacity.

10/21/2026

📣 YOUR VOICE MATTERS! 💙

Calling all youth across Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington! The Unnamed Youth Project (UYP) is hosting its 2nd Annual Youth Symposium, and this year, they're taking over the library! 🎉

This exciting event is all about giving young people a voice in shaping their communities, sharing ideas, building connections, and having some fun along the way!

✨ Here's what's waiting for you:
🤝 Connect with other youth and community leaders
🙌 Earn volunteer hours
🍕 Enjoy FREE lunch and snacks
🎁 Win door prizes and grab some swag
🚌 FREE transportation available
💡 Participate in fun and engaging breakout activities

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Kingston Frontenac Public Library, Central Branch (130 Johnson Street)
👥 Open to all youth ages 12+ across KFL&A!

At Pathways, we believe young people deserve to be heard, valued, and included in conversations about their communities. Events like this create opportunities for youth to share their perspectives and help shape a better future for everyone! 💙

📲 Register by October 26 using the QR code on the poster!

🏷️ : Kingston Community Health Centres | Southeast Public Health | Community Foundation for Kingston & Area | Rotary Club of Kingston | Rotary Club of Cataraqui-Kingston | Youth Diversion | Kingston Frontenac Public Library

Thank you Bailey for being what was needed and making a difference in a young person's life. We celebrate you today for...
10/19/2026

Thank you Bailey for being what was needed and making a difference in a young person's life. We celebrate you today for all the lives you've touched.

You will be missed.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our sweet Bailey. When Elizabeth from Kingston 4 Paws Service Dogs brought Bailey to our home in March of 2016, I could not have imagined the impact that she would have on our lives and hundreds of children, youth and adults. Whether it was at school, a hockey rink, a bingo, a grocery store, a coffee shop and yes, even at a funeral, Bailey always won over the room. I was grateful when my E.D Shawn Quigley at Youth Diversion was open to the idea of partnering with K4Paws and allowing Bailey to become my sidekick when I visited my schools. For a lot of young kids who had never met with a counsellor, Bailey was the perfect buffer. Of course, it was not long after that I became the side kick. I eventually got used to everyone greeting Bailey first with pets and then hearing “Oh, hi Dale” lol. It was truly an honor and a privilege to be able to witness all the joy that she brought to everyone each day. Her last year of retirement was spent having slow walks, lazy afternoons and snuggles. We would like to thank everyone from Kingston 4 Paws Service Dogs, Youth Diversion, Limestone District School Board, Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board, Tamworth Veterinary Services - Dr Lori Forester, all her doggie sitters and Tola for all the support and love they gave Bailey over the years. She will be greatly missed.
Lisa, Liam, and Dale

Youth Diversion would like to invite you to our upcoming Zoom workshop on: “Youth Perspectives on Mental Health and Wel...
10/16/2026

Youth Diversion would like to invite you to our upcoming Zoom workshop on:
“Youth Perspectives on Mental Health and Wellness: Understanding Bullying and Building Resilience".

This workshop is open to youth, family members, professionals, educators, and community members. Youth gain knowledge and support, while parents, educators, and community leaders learn how to better respond and help build resilience.

This workshop will highlight:
 Mental health and wellness through youth perspectives
 The impact of bullying with strategies for prevention and intervention
 Building resilience and coping skills
 Creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments for youth

Title: Youth Perspectives on Mental Health and Wellness: Understanding Bullying and Building Resilience:

Presenters: Carson, Paul and Kyle from YOUTHspeak, Toronto
Carson: https://youthspeak.ca/team/carson/
Paul: https://youthspeak.ca/team/paul/
Kyle: https://youthspeak.ca/team/kyle/

Date: Tuesday November 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

Cost: $15.00 with proceeds going to this year’s United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington Campaign

The Scottie Charity Poker Game recently hosted its 6th annual event and it was the most successfully event to date raisi...
10/06/2026

The Scottie Charity Poker Game recently hosted its 6th annual event and it was the most successfully event to date raising over $2000. Through the lens of prevention, that has a value for us in the amount of $20,000. These funds will support our Kids Can't Wait Initiative which supports over 4000 children and youth in KFLA to overcome challenges. This annual event is an opportunity for friends and family of Scottie's to come together to celebrate his life and through Scottie, make a difference in another young person's life. Thank you so much Renee and Clint for supporting Youth Diversion, we are deeply honored.

10/01/2026

Youth aged 12+ across KFL&A are invited to the second annual KFL&A Unnamed Youth Project Symposium on Friday, October 30.

This year, youth are taking over the library for a day of connection, conversation and activities designed to give young people a say in making our communities better for youth.

There are free lunch and snacks, free transportation, volunteer hours, door prizes and more.

Friday, October 30 | 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Kingston Frontenac Public Library – Central Branch

Register by October 26: https://ow.ly/Vnp350ZSbby

Thank you to the community partners making this opportunity possible: Southeast Public Health, Community Foundation for Kingston & Area, Rotary Club of Kingston, Rotary Club of Cataraqui-Kingston, Kingston Waterfront Rotary Club, Youth Diversion, Kingston Frontenac Public Library and the ACEs & Resilience Coalition of KFL&A.

Youth Diversion hosted its 51st Annual Meeting this past Thursday honouring Zachary Bathurst as the 2026 Volunteer of th...
09/22/2026

Youth Diversion hosted its 51st Annual Meeting this past Thursday honouring Zachary Bathurst as the 2026 Volunteer of the Year. Zachary is one of our Mentors who has gone above and beyond in supporting this Mentee. We also honoured and congratulated Anne Marie McDonald who retired from our Board of Directors after serving 6 years with the last year as our Vice President. Anne Marie was also chosen by the Board of Directors as this year's recipient of the Nick Bala Distinguished Service Award, presented to an outstanding Youth Diversion Volunteer who has made a difference in our community. Anne Marie has directed her passions towards the Ace's Resilience Coalition and is the backbone of the work taking place with the Unnamed Youth Project. Congratulations to both Zachary and Anne Marie.

09/18/2026

Thank you to Cataraqui Conservation for supporting our Mentoring Program!
Thanks to you mentors and mentees are looking forward to some incredible fall hikes this year :)

Youth Diversion hosted its 51st AGM last night and took time to reflect on the past year's accomplishment, successes and...
09/18/2026

Youth Diversion hosted its 51st AGM last night and took time to reflect on the past year's accomplishment, successes and to celebrate the work of the agency and its staff. Please take a moment to review our report by clicking here
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Address

299 Concession Street
Kingston, ON
K7K2B9

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16135484535

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