Century Gardens Youth Hub

Brampton is the fastest growing and one of the most diverse cities in Canada, with much of its large youth population living in intergenerational households. The 11,840 sf Century Gardens Community Youth Hub (CGCYH) is a pioneering example of a type of facility that the city is seeking to develop—one that acts as a one-stop complex providing services and a range of opportunities for youth aged 14 to 29. The CGCYH’s design creates a safe, welcoming environment where youth can connect with one another, with nature, and with their community.

Throughout the site, the protection of existing mature trees grounds the landscape design with respect for place and history. The project weaves these trees together with a diverse range of new outdoor program spaces into a cohesive, dynamic landscape. Each element plays a role in fostering engagement, creativity, and well-being, while together they form a resilient civic space that reinforces the role of recreation as a cornerstone of community health and youth development.