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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!

Remembering Maurice Strong

28-01-2016

Maurice Strong, one of the world’s most influential environmental and political activists, died on November 27, 2015.

BMO NBA All-Star KidsFest continues to thrill kids at the YMCA!

14-01-2016

The YMCA has partnered with NBA Canada to give YMCA members and the general public a chance to get up close and personal with the NBA through BMO NBA All-Star KidsFest at the YMCA.

YMCAs offering a range of supports to Syrian newcomers

14-01-2016

Ys across the country continue to play an important role in supporting new Syrian families upon their arrival to Canada.

Cowan Foundation helps kids across Canada stay active

07-01-2016

In the spirit of giving during the holiday season, The Cowan Foundation helped kids get active with a $50,000 donation to the YMCA through their annual Holiday Card Program.

Remembering Jim Chaplin

01-12-2015

Jim Chaplin, YMCA Fellowship of Honour member and President of the Cambridge YMCA from 1964-1974, passed away peacefully at his home in North Dumfries, Ontario on November 15.

BMO NBA All-Star KidsFest events at the YMCA have begun!

01-12-2015

2016 marks the 125th anniversary of the invention of basketball by Dr. James Naismith in 1891, working at the YMCA International Training School.

Y workouts help Special Olympian reach his potential

01-12-2015

Carlos Soldi-Macdougall was recently profiled in the Hamilton Spectator, with his inspiring story of hard work and perseverance.

Refugee services and the YMCA

01-12-2015

Canada’s federal government has pledged to welcome 25,000 government-sponsored Syrian refugees and YMCAs are already playing important roles in refugee support...

YMCA Day Campers in Edmonton Skype with Chris Hadfield

01-12-2015

In late August, approximately 100-150 children from all the Edmonton branches of the YMCA of Northern Alberta had a thrill they’re not likely to forget.

Retro-runner sets Guinness World Record

01-12-2015

Kat Clewley, a Health and Wellness Supervisor with the YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford has an unusual sport of choice.

YMCA Peace Week 2015: Ys across the country “Peace it Forward”

22-11-2015

Yoga for peace. Candlelight walks. Be Kind bells. Random acts of kindness. Once again, November marked YMCA Peace Week across the country.

Scott Haldane announces retirement from YMCA

30-10-2015

Scott Haldane, YMCA Canada’s President and CEO, has announced that he will retire at the end of this year.

YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford instructor coaching member to a healthier life

30-10-2015

“No matter who you are, everyone should have a fitness goal,” says Lizzie Bergman, fitness instructor at the Flamborough Family YMCA.

YMCA contributes to IRPP’s Task Force on Aging report

30-10-2015

Scott Haldane, President and CEO of YMCA Canada, is a member of the Institute for Research on Public Policy’s (IRPP) Task Force on Aging, which recently published a report titled “Designing a National Seniors Strategy for Canada.”

YMCA opens new Eagle Ridge Community Centre in Fort McMurray

30-10-2015

On October 7, 2015 the YMCA of Wood Buffalo cut the ribbon on the new Eagle Ridge Community Centre.

YMCAs of Quebec’s teen centre provides a second family for teen

30-10-2015

A recent article by CBC News in Montreal focuses on the experience of Kiara, a 14-year-old member of the West Island YMCA in Montreal.