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.
Summer Camp 2023
COMING SOON
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.
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!
Past Programs
March Break Pr0gram 2023
For Ages 4 - 14
Create art and spend time outdoors with us during March Break!
This week-long program is comprised of full days packed with a variety of arts activities and outdoor play. Your children will have a chance to stimulate their creativity in a group setting or independently and end the day with a finished art piece to take home and fun memories.
Nature & Sprit Program
For Ages 4 - 14
In this 1 day workshop kids will explore the natural world, traditional skills, mindfulness, and the arts. Children are supported to develop a stronger connection to themselves, the natural world, creativity, and their community.
YMCA Summer Camp
Ages 8 - 12
YMCA Summer Day Camp is a chance for everyone to create endless summer memories: playing games, exploring the outdoors, learning new skills, and making friends for life!
JCHAC is glad to be apart of this summer’s fresh new line up of Camps, where there is something for everyone! We look forward to helping campers unplug from screen time and plug into rediscovering the outdoors, sports, trips, fun activities, and more.