Dalhousie Youth Support Services Gets Infrastructure Renovations From $150,000 Ontario Trillium Grant

Dalhousie Youth Support Services (DYSS) received several new structural upgrades thanks to a $150,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant that was shown to the public on Friday morning.

Last year, Ontario Trillium Foundation invested nearly $105 million in 732 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The funds were used to renovate the exterior of the property, including the installation of a lifetime steel roof, new fascia, eavestrough and soffit.

A concrete sidewalk was laid to facilitate snow removal, creating a more health- and safety-conscious environment for staff and visitors.

A pressure-treated wood fence was also installed around the parking lot behind the building. Two picnic tables, made from recycled plastic, were purchased to create an outside educational space for their school program.

“Our students and staff are grateful for the opportunity to enjoy a comfortable, private outdoor space. These improvements have significantly enhanced our ability to host outdoor classes and events, fostering a more engaging and dynamic learning environment,” said Karen Carr, DYSS executive director. “The funding for a steel roof has relieved the concern of needing to secure funds for roof replacements every 15 years. We are excited about the positive impact these renovations will have on our community. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Ontario Government for their invaluable support.”

DYSS is a not-for-profit organization that has been delivering programs to youth in conflict with the law for over 20 years.

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