The deCoste Centre is hosting the final concert for the "Sound of Youth Music" this Friday at 8pm. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased online, at the box office or at the door. Proceeds from the concert are going to Roots for Youth. Please come out and support these wonderful young musicians and Roots for Youth. http://decostecentre.ca/whats-on/
Thank you to the Rotary Club of New Glasgow for hosting the Filmfest fundraiser May 12 & 13. A portion of the proceeds will go to Roots for Youth. Thank you to all who supported this wonderful event.
More Employment Opportunities: We are now advertising for a Project Coordinator and two Youth Worker positions. Please see the employment tab for further information. ((Please note we have made some changes to the competition closing and or starting dates))
Thank you to the Rotary Club of New Glasgow for hosting the Filmfest fundraiser May 12 & 13. A portion of the proceeds will go to Roots for Youth. Thank you to all who supported this wonderful event.
More Employment Opportunities: We are now advertising for a Project Coordinator and two Youth Worker positions. Please see the employment tab for further information. ((Please note we have made some changes to the competition closing and or starting dates))
Roots House 603 East River Rd. New Glasgow (Corner of MacGregor St. Near the Y and JBM rink)
Established in 2011 Roots House is operated by the Pictou County Roots for Youth Society. Currently it operates as a youth resource centre for youth 16 years of age and older experiencing issues around homelessness. We currently offer the following services each day from 4-8 PM:
- A Warm Meal
- Support and Advocacy
- A Warm Safe place to be
- Shower
- Laundry Facility
- Storage Lockers
- Computer and Telephone access
-Short Term Emergency Overnight Accommodation for Youth
The Pictou County Roots for Youth Society is a registered charitable organization and relies on the generosity of the community to support our services.We continue to work toward our goal of being open 24 hours a day, everyday as a supportive housing option for youth. This would mean that youth could stay at the house for days, weeks, or months as their situation warranted. If you would like more information on how you can get involved and help click here.
- A Warm Meal
- Support and Advocacy
- A Warm Safe place to be
- Shower
- Laundry Facility
- Storage Lockers
- Computer and Telephone access
-Short Term Emergency Overnight Accommodation for Youth
The Pictou County Roots for Youth Society is a registered charitable organization and relies on the generosity of the community to support our services.We continue to work toward our goal of being open 24 hours a day, everyday as a supportive housing option for youth. This would mean that youth could stay at the house for days, weeks, or months as their situation warranted. If you would like more information on how you can get involved and help click here.
