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Discover Brandon Aboriginal Youth Activity Centre (BAYAC)
At Brandon Aboriginal Youth Activity Centre (BAYAC), we are dedicated to providing a safe and enriching environment for youth aged 6-18, fostering their holistic development through a diverse range of activities and programs.
Operating Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Ages 6-12)
Wednesday, Friday: 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Teen Days, Ages 13 and up)
Wednesday, Friday: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Young Adults Ages 18-24)
At BAYAC, our mission is to instill leadership, creativity, and a sense of cultural identity in youth, while promoting their emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. We achieve this through a variety of activities and initiatives tailored to meet the diverse needs of our community.
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Programs and Activities:
Cultural Activities:
- beadwork lessons
- dreamcatchers
- drum beaters
- ribbon skirts/shirts
- decorative head dresses
- indigenous stories and legends regalia
- rock painting
- fishing
- land based activities and teachings
- snow shoeing
- indigenous recipes
- elder teachings
- totem pole teachings
- inukshuk teachings
- tipi teachings and raising
- metis finger weaving
- And more…
Recreational Activities:
- Computers with internet access
- swimming
- beach days
- hikes
- arts and crafts
- paint night
- video games
- game table tounaments
- air hockey
- table tennis
- foosball
- billiards
- cooking and baking classes
- field trips
- group exercises
- special guest speakers from community
- karaoke
- creative writing exercises
- charcoal and chalk sketch art
- board games
- chess club
- tie dye
- spa days
- And more…
Events & Engagement
Events
We host a wide range of events throughout the year, including Indigenous cultural weeks, drama, and music sessions, as well as programs during National Indigenous Peoples Day and Truth and Reconciliation Week. Our summer activities include Indigenous teachings, museum visits, ceremonies, powwows, and more.
Intergenerational Engagement:
BAYAC encourages intergenerational connections through events held 2-3 times a year, inviting parents, guardians, and community members to learn about our center and participate in our programs.
Open House Events:
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Meet Our Team
Miranda Traverse
Program Coordinator
My name is Miranda Traverse I have been the BAYAC program coordinator for five years. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and cultural experiences with the youth. I like shopping for clothing, eating good, and working out. I believe in a healthy body and a healthy mind, and I am looking forward to meeting you.”
Joseph Paul
Cultural Youth Worker
My name is Joseph Paul and my spirit name is Spotted Eagle, I am of Metis descent, and I am a middle child. I enjoy outdoor activities, playing sports, indigenous crafting, a good binge watch but my true passion is music. I look forward to meeting you, and I hope to see you soon.
Erica
Youth worker
My name is Erica, I’m First Nations Cree. I started at BAYAC as a youth worker in March of 2024 Besides getting to hang out with some amazing young people, BAYAC allows me to embrace my hobbies such as beading, painting, sewing, crafting, and anything that involves being creative. In my free time I enjoy socializing with my friends and spending time playing video games with my boyfriend.