JCHAC is a sacred jewel in the centre of urbanization waiting for children to walk on the grass. We provide inspiring year-round education programs with an emphasis on the creative arts, nature and mindfulness for kids and families. Our philosophy, Art comes from the Heart and it is deeply Rooted in Nature.
It is our mission to connect children and families to art, nature, themselves, and each other. We offer a range of programs that foster compassion and curiosity, to embrace art and the natural world, giving participants space and time to foster both. In a time where people look at a screen more often in a day than the birds and plants in their backyards, we believe it is crucial for people of all ages to unplug from technology and to mindfully reconnect with the earth.
Upcoming Programs
The Mindful HeART Program
For Ages 9 - 13
6 Week Program
Join us for our six weeks program(s) unleashing children’s artist within, exploring nature, and building self-esteem through our playful mindfulness programs.
We meet Mondays from 1:00PM to 3:00PM.
The Mindful HeART Program
For Ages 5 - 8
6 Week Program
Join us for our six weeks program(s) unleashing children’s artist within, exploring nature, and building self-esteem through our playful mindfulness programs.
We meet Mondays from 1:00PM to 3:00PM.
PA Days at The Creek
For Ages 6 - 12
Dates coincide with most PA Days of local school boards.
Make your children’s PA day a fun and exciting one with art activities and outdoor play!
These half-day workshops are suitable for kids with a passion for art and nature who are looking to stimulate their creativity and learn about the land here at Joshua Creek.
Weekend Wonders
Every Saturday, Starting October 12 | 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Designed to ignite the spark of learning in children, Weekend Wonders offers a diverse array of engaging activities tailored to cater to their academic needs and interests.
Discover subjects such as Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Robotics, Calligraphy, Arabic Language and Culture, Islamic Studies, and French Language, each offering a unique opportunity for growth and enrichment.
Learn, Connect, Create: Kids Half-Day Program
Thursday, July 18th | Thursday, August 15th
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre provides a welcoming and exciting environment for youth to learn, connect, and create.
This half-day program (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM) focuses on the three pillars of our organization: Art, Wellness, and Nature. This program features an outdoor exploration of our gorgeous conservation land, and aims to cultivate an eco-conscious attitude through discussion, biodiversity, and methods of reducing environmental impact.
Steam & Math Summer Camps
Half and Full Day
August 12-16 | August 19-24
Join us for a week packed with hands-on fun that’ll have you on the edge of your seat! And hey, who doesn’t love a pizza 🍕 party on Fridays? We’ll be providing certificates to celebrate all your awesome achievements.
You’ll unlock the mysteries of chemistry and polymers to sharpen your problem-solving skills, craft cool 3D designs, spark circuits, design your own inventions, and get artsy with modern projects!
Partnered Programs
Through the support of our local partners and board members JCHAC offers a variety of educational workshops and events that will offer kids and young adults to explore their creativity, get in touch with nature and develop wellness skills.
Wacky Science Jr. Workshop /w STEAMULATION Lab
For Ages 6 - 10
Starting April 11th
Fun and exciting workshops of discovering slime, volcanoes, bubbles, growing crystals, sensory fun, chemistry, all with fully hands-on fun experiments and projects! This Wacky science classes makes unique experience for kids ages 6-10.
Indigenous Beginnings
Creative Expression: Ages 13 - 15
Tuesdays September 13th - November 8th @ 4:30PM - 5:30PM
Students will explore theatre exercises, simple trust exercises and lifts. They will choose themes and work in small groups to build performance pieces within a larger project. Students will focus on improvisation, look at scripts in class to improve skills lost over the past two years in vocal expression and performance confidence. We will perform our group performance projects for family friends and the arts centre community at the end of each term!
What We Offer
Community Living Art Classes
Mindful Heart - Youth Programs
Senior Art Classes
