We’re Curious About You Too

A few of the program offerings you might find at the MacPhee Centre include:

• Painting
• Drawing
• Open Studio
• Songwriting
• Podcast Creation & Recording
• Photography
• Cosplay
• Dungeons & Dragons

Just to name a few! Each program might not be offered every term, so be sure to look at the Programs page to see what is happening this term!

Youth come to the MacPhee Centre for a variety of reasons. Sometimes we see youth because they are feeling disengaged from traditional education, looking for a space to make friends, have something to eat, or have access to free, creative programming. We also have youth who are experiencing a wide variety of mental health concerns and are looking for a supportive social environment where they can be themselves.

Of course not! After the tour, the decision is in your hands! Whether you want to register for programs immediately, or attend a program as a drop-in to see if this is the space is for you – it is totally up to you.

Often youth will tour the space and take some time to decide how they want to be involved at the MacPhee Centre – and that is perfectly fine. We’ll be waiting for you when you are ready.

Absolutely. We understand that sometimes a youth is not yet comfortable to check out the space and that you are coming on their behalf. One of the staff would still love to show you around and tell you more about the MacPhee Centre. As a youth-led organization, we definitely understand giving a youth the power to choose when and if they want to visit us!

Recently, we asked our youth, “Why do you keep coming back to the MacPhee Centre?” Here are some of their responses:

• “It is a safe space and I have so many supportive friends”
• “It is one of the only places that continues to keep me happy”
• “I have learned a lot about myself and have had so many amazing opportunities”
• “I like the space, and there is always something to eat”
• “I feel like I belong and that I am important”
• “It’s a fun/cool/chill space and there is fun stuff to learn”
• “I can express myself creatively”

Give us a call at 902-469-2851 or send an email at info@macpheecentre.ca and we will get back to you. You do not need to fill out the online form to book a tour.

Being located in Downtown Dartmouth has its perks!

We are located about a five minute walk from the Alderney Ferry Terminal, simply travel up Queen Street and you will see us on the right-hand side. We are also only a fifteen minute walk from the Bridge Terminal. Check and see if your transit routes stops close by to us!

If you are driving, there is only street parking available. Be sure to bring some change, or check around for free parking.

If you decide you want to come for a tour, we will make sure to choose a date and time that works best for your schedule and comfort level when there aren’t too many people around. During the fall and winter, our programs tend to happen during the evenings, after school. If you schedule a time in the morning or early afternoon, you will likely have the space to yourself to learn about everything we have to offer!