Programs

The steelpan program is an intergenerational program where anyone ages 8 and up can take classes to learn how to play the steelpan, Trinidad and Tobago’s national instrument. Beginner and intermediate classes are offered, and there is opportunity to join the CCAH Community Steel Band, Stageside. Steelpan terms typically run for 8-10 weeks, with one session in the fall and one in the spring. At the end of each term, students have the opportunity to perform in a concert for the community to showcase the skills they have learned.

A 10-12 week after school learn to play blues program that teaches youth ages 10-17 to play, sing, and improvise the blues. Through hands-on instruction on guitar, bass drums, keys, harmonica, and voice, students build confidence and teamwork skills while connecting with an art form central to Black cultural history.

The Youth Leadership Summer Program is a one-day program designed to help youth build leadership skills, explore future career opportunities, and connect with mentors from diverse professional backgrounds. Through interactive presentations, hands-on workshops, group discussions, and leadership activities, participants learn about different career pathways, develop their own understanding of leadership, and gain confidence in pursuing their personal and professional goals. The program empowers youth to envision their future success, recognize their own leadership potential, and gain exposure to diverse and attainable career pathways through meaningful connections and learning experiences.

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The PLUG is a sixteen-session, in-school leadership and personal development program designed for Black-identifying elementary school students. Delivered in partnership with the Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) and the Halton District School Board (HDSB), the program provides a culturally responsive space where students explore leadership, arts, civic engagement, wellness, entrepreneurship, and Black cultural identity through interactive workshops, creative activities, group discussions, and mentorship. Youth will build confidence, strengthen their sense of belonging, and develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills while connecting with Black professionals, artists, and community leaders who inspire the youth. The program empowers students to celebrate their identities, recognize their potential, and develop the skills to become positive leaders in their schools and communities.

The Expressive Arts for Caregivers Program is an eight-session wellness program designed for Black African, Caribbean, and Canadian adults living with early-stage dementia and their caregivers or care partners. Through music, visual arts, movement, and guided conversation, participants engage in creative activities that promote social connection, emotional well-being, and stress relief in a welcoming and supportive environment. The program provides caregivers with an opportunity to take a meaningful "brain break" from the demands of caregiving while strengthening connections with their loved ones and others on similar journeys. No artistic experience is required. Participants are encouraged to explore creativity, build community, and support their overall wellness through shared expressive arts experiences.