Due to poor air quality conditions, Recreation & Culture programming has been modified for July 15, 2026.
For more information about Air Quality Warnings and ways to mitigate health risks from poor air quality, please visit durham.ca/airquality
As a Youth Friendly Community, the Town of Ajax is committed to building a healthy, vibrant community that keeps young people a priority. Our programs and spaces are accessible, inclusive and aim to meet the needs of youth, which will make them feel more supported, connected, engaged, valued and safe. Our programs provide opportunities for youth ages 11 to 18.
For more information on youth programs, youth spaces, events, and opportunities to get involved, contact the Community Recreation Coordinator at 365-282-5973 or email youth@ajax.ca.
Learn a new sport, practice skills or meet new friends. Take part in drop-in programs at the McLean Community Centre and Audley Recreation Centre.
NEW: Girls Inc, Mind & Body Program – ARC Youth Space on Thursdays from 5-7 p.m.
Youth Spaces
Drop in, meet new friends and take part in free activities! Our Youth Spaces are a safe and supervised drop-in space for youth between the ages of 11 to 18. Our Youth Spaces offer the following: pool table, ping pong, foosball, large screen TV’s, and video game consoles.
Visit our Youth Spaces at the Ajax Community Centre, McLean Community Centre and/or Audley Recreation Centre.
Regular Hours of Operation (subject to change, please check the Youth Spaces drop-in calendar below for any changes to hours):
Ajax Community Centre (75 Centennial Rd.)
Monday to Friday: 4 to 8 p.m.
Sunday & Saturday: 1 to 4 p.m.
McLean Community Centre (95 Magill Dr.)
Monday to Friday: 4 to 8 p.m.
Sunday & Saturday: 1 to 4 p.m.
Audley Recreation Centre (1955 Audley Rd. N)
Monday to Friday: 4 to 8 p.m.
Sunday & Saturday: 1 to 4 p.m.
Youth Hubs
The Town of Ajax offers a safe and welcoming space for high school students to hang out in, with structured and unstructured programming at the following youth hubs located in high schools:
Our Place (Located inside of Ajax High School) – 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Youth must be attending the high school listed above to attend the program. Youth Hubs are closed during March Break and Summer Break.
Celebrate National Youth Week in Ajax from May 1-7.
We offer a week of fun FREE activities and collaboration to celebrate Ajax youth and their active participation in our community. National Youth Week is an opportunity to honour youth involvement and to connect young residents to the Ajax community.
Youth Excellence Awards
Do you know an outstanding young individual who has made a significant impact in the community? Nominate them for the Youth Excellence Awards! These awards recognize and honor the hard work, leadership and dedication of youth aged 12 to 18, who have made significant impacts in their communities, schools, and beyond. Nominations are being accepted for the Town of Ajax’s Youth Excellence Awards.
The nominee(s) must:
• be living persons residing or attending High School in Ajax.
• be between 12 – 18 years of age.
• be a role model for other young people.
Required information
• Nominating organization name, address, email, phone number and year established.
• Volunteer first name, last name, address, email and phone number.
How to nominate someone
1. Gather the required information.
2. Submit your nomination.
3. Meet the specified deadline.
Award presentation
Award winners will receive a personalized certificate presented by Mayor & Council.
For more information, please contact youth@ajax.ca or 365-282-5973.
YEAC Applications
Applications are now closed. They will be available from July 2026 – September 1st, 2026 for the following term.
The next term will operate from September 2026 – June 2027. For inquiries, please contact youth@ajax.ca.
Please join us for Ajax Superstar on Saturday, November 14th 2026 from 6 to 8 p.m.
An evening filled with performances by youth bands, vocalists, dance groups, etc.
Ajax Superstar is a free event, which includes cash snack bar and door prizes.
Applications to enter will be posted here in September 2026.