MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning
We're committed to building a world where every young person can rise to their full potential and achieve greatness.
We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant community through world-class art programming, creating a safe and nurturing environment where every youth can explore and grow creatively.
Free Art Programs for Youth
We offer a variety of art programs all year round-painting, beat-making, jewelry design, clay & ceramics, to name a few! Our programs are open to youth from 12+ years old and always free.

Get Involved with Us!
Are you interested in working or volunteering with us? Each term we look for new facilitators and programs to teach at the centre.

Resources and Document Library
Check out our scholarships and youth resources, as well as access our annual report and more!

From the Blog!
Capturing Creativity in the Photography Program
This March Break, youth at the MacPhee Centre explored photography. From learning the basics of…
Keep ReadingJoin #MacPheeCentreTeam in the 2025 Blue Nose Marathon!
We want to let you in on a special MacPhee Centre experience. MacPhee Centre will…
Keep ReadingA Term Bursting with Creativity and Community
From epic battles in Dungeons & Dragons to hands-on boat crafting aboard the CSS Acadia,…
Keep ReadingExploring Landscapes with Collage
In January, we welcomed a vibrant group of 20 youths from John Martin Junior High to the…
Keep ReadingOutreach Extravaganza!
We’ve seen massive growth in our outreach programs over the last few months. Already this…
Keep ReadingProgram Partnership Galor!
We are thrilled this term to partner with so many wonderful organizations to help deliver…
Keep ReadingOur Community of Support
The Macphee Centre is made possible by generous contributors who believe in our mission.

Government of Nova Scotia

IWK Health Centre

RBC