Towards A New Generation (T.A.N.G.) is a preventive Family Services Program at ASSIST Community Services Centre that is open to immigrant or Canadian-born youth aged 11 to 15
Youth growing up in precarious circumstances are susceptible to negative influences and more liable to engage in behaviours that can harm themselves and others. This program provides the guidance, role modelling, and mentorship that is fundamental in facilitating a new generation of youth to grow up as healthy and caring and responsible individuals.

Objectives of T.A.N.G.
Through the use of interactive and youth-focused activities, the goal of the program is to foster:
Personal growth
Positive identity and values
Knowledge and understanding of cultural heritage
A sense of community
An awareness of resources

Programming
T.A.N.G. Youth Program
Weekly Saturday afternoon programs are offered throughout the year with a 2-month break during the summer. The Saturday programs run from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Two weeks full day summer camps are offered during July and August. Each day runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Prices for each session varies throughout the year
Drop in Youth Support Group
On Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the school year, we offer a place for youths to drop in and catch up on homework, a place to hang out and feel safe with friends, and a place to talk about issues they may face in school and in life.
Different topics on potential issues youths may face will be discussed each week and we do a variety of ongoing volunteer opportunities within the community.
PGD(Personal Growth Development) & Homework Tutorial Class
We offer a different lesson each week that supplements your school subjects, and also homework time where you can ask one of our many volunteer tutors for help with your school homework.
Saturday morning homework class is held throughout the year, except during the summers.
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in furthering your leadership skills? Want to use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause? Volunteer and become a part of our educational and activity-based programs.
Not only can you gain valuable work experience and volunteer hours, but you can also use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community.
We are looking for volunteers for our Youth Program and tutors for our Homework Class. Volunteers should be over 18 and be ready to commit to at least 20 hours minimum.

Schedule

	TANG Youth Program	Homework Tutorial Class
Winter(January to March)	Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.	Every Saturday from 10:00am to 12:30pm.
Spring(April to June)	Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.	Every Saturday from 10:00am to 12:30pm.
Summer(July and August)	Two weeks in July from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Two weeks in August from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm	No Homework Tutorial Class during the summer.
Fall(September to November)	Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.	Every Saturday from 10:00am to 12:30pm.

T.A.N.G. (Towards A New Generation)Youth Program
Are you bored at home? Would you like to have fun and meet new people? Perhaps learn something new? Come join our Youth Program. You will…
Increase self-confidence, good decision-making, and problem solving skills
Develop positive and healthy values and a positive identity
Learn how to access community resources and services
Volunteer in the community
Become more familiar with your own culture
Have fun and make new friends!
We have activities that include, ice breaking games, crafts, fun fieldtrips, interesting workshops, volunteering in the community, and much more!
Weekly Saturday afternoon programs are offered throughout the year with a 2 month break during the summer. The Saturday programs run from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

For more information please contact: Flora Chan (780) 429 311 Ext 323 or Elvin Bang (780) 429 311 Ext 305.