Mission Statement The City of Canton Department of Youth Development offers structured programs to enhance the cultural, educational, social and recreational needs of our young citizens. Edward L. "Peel" Coleman Community Center This facility provides a safe, recreational environment for community enjoyment.

Summer Employment Program Youth Development has a limited number of summer jobs and hires area youth ages 14 through college age, to work at various sites that operated by Youth Development during the summer months. Jobs include Jackson Pool; Summer Food Program; Summer Basketball League; and Youth Development/Community Center Monitors. For more information or to make application, please contact Director Cooks at the address or phone number above.

Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. *** Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. *** Closed Sunday After School Hours Elementary and Middle School Students: Monday - Thursday: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. *** Friday: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. *** Closed Sunday High School Students: Monday - Thursday: 6 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. *** Friday: 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *** Closed Sunday