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Strong Girls, Strong World Infographic

29-03-2016

The Strong Girls, Strong World infographic empowers leaders and change makers across Canada...

Strong Girls, Strong World Infographic

Kingston Road community cracks open YMCA time capsule

17-03-2016

On January 26, members of the community and of the YMCA of Greater Toronto unveiled a 64-year-old connection to the Y’s past on Kingston Road in Toronto.

New YMCA to open in Vaughan, Ontario

16-03-2016

In partnership with the City of Vaughan, the YMCA of Greater Toronto will open a new YMCA Centre of Community in 2019.

New YMCA opens in Marystown, Newfoundland

15-03-2016

The new Marystown YMCA has proudly opened its doors! This exciting partnership is helping the population of Marystown and other communities on the Burin Peninsula become healthier and more active.

Sneak peek of new Westhills YMCA-YWCA Langford Aquatic Centre

15-03-2016

Get a sneak peek of this brand new facility!

Thousands participate in YMCA Peace Week 2015

14-03-2016

There was lots of excitement going on at YMCA Peace Week events held at 40 YMCA Member Associations.

YMCA Canada partners with Carrot Rewards to offer Canadians more incentives for healthy living

03-03-2016

We're proud to be a partner in this new initiative, rewarding participants with loyalty points for making healthier lifestyle choices.

BMO NBA All-Star KidsFest a success!

01-03-2016

The BMO NBA All-Star KidsFest is now over and it was a big success!

BMO NBA All-Star KidsFest a success

YMCA rolls out It Starts Here campaign

01-03-2016

YMCA Canada recently launched a new national campaign called It Starts Here. The campaign showcases the power of community at the YMCA that is helping people of all ages and stages achieve greater health and well-being.

YMCA rolls out It Starts Here campaign

Report on Obesity released

01-03-2016

The Canadian Senate Report on Obesity was released March 1 at an event held at the National Capital Region YMCA-YWCA and CEO Bob Gallagher represented the YMCA Federation at the event.

YMCA of Greater Toronto named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers

26-02-2016

For the fifth consecutive year, the YMCA of Greater Toronto has been named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers!

YMCAs across Southwestern Ontario and Walpole Island First Nation sign MOU

12-02-2016

In an effort to explore the potential development of the first YMCA within a First Nation in Southwestern Ontario, the YMCAs across Southwestern Ontario and Walpole Island First Nation signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on February 11.

YMCA of Greater Toronto opens Canada’s largest transitional housing program for LGBTQ2SA youth

03-02-2016

On January 14, 2016, Toronto Mayor John Tory was on hand for the official opening of the program at YMCA Sprott House.

Peace and Dialogue award goes to 4Rs Youth Movement

03-02-2016

On January 19, the Intercultural Dialogue Institute of the Greater Toronto Area awarded its first Peace and Dialogue Youth Award to the 4Rs Youth Movement.

New mental health partnership launched in Moose Jaw

01-02-2016

Moose Javians will more easily be able to access mental health services, thanks to a new initiative announced on January 27.

YMCA of Regina introduces homeless strategy

29-01-2016

On January 13, the YMCA of Regina unveiled the details of Regina’s Housing First Strategy. Described as a way to take “concrete action” to address homelessness...

YMCA of Oakville wins landscape awards for natural playground designs

29-01-2016

Congratulations to the YMCA of Oakville, which recently received four awards from Landscape Ontario for its natural playground designs created with Earthscape Ontario.

YMCA trains seniors as instructors to keep up with demand for over-55 classes

29-01-2016

Last August, the YMCA of Greater Vancouver started a new program called Active Seniors, in response to demand for fitness classes designed for members over the age of 55.

YMCA of Greater Toronto again a Top Employer for Young People

29-01-2016

The YMCA of Greater Toronto has been selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People -- for the sixth time!