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YMCA Canada

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YMCA Canada

Igniting change together

Discover our new brand campaign, Greater Together, and see how belonging at the YMCA unlocks potential for all.

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As the national office of the Canadian YMCA Federation, we support and strengthen local YMCA Associations by building their capacity to serve communities, championing shared priorities, and advocating for them regionally, nationally, and internationally.

What we do

We help communities shine

While we do not offer programs and services to the public directly, our work has a ripple effect that reaches millions of Canadians who come to the YMCA every year.

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Your support helps the YMCA deliver programs that change lives and build stronger communities. Because potential should never be limited.

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Find your YMCA

Learn more about the programs available in your area. Please note programs and services vary by location and may not be offered by your local YMCA.

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Our latest news

Read about updates on the work, impact, and stories shaping the communities YMCAs serve.

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    Statements

    YMCA Canada’s Statement on Canada Strong, Budget 2025

    YMCA Canada applauds new federal investments in community spaces and youth employment announced in Canada Strong, Budget 2025. These measures will strengthen opportunities for young people and enhance inclusive, connected communities across the country. However, we call for renewed investment in affordable child care to ensure lasting progress for families.

  • Statements

    Reconciliation in Action: A YMCA Commitment

    September 30, 2025, marks the fifth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada, observed alongside Orange Shirt Day. This day honours the children lost to the residential school system, Survivors, and the families and communities whose lives were forever changed. YMCA Canada reaffirms our commitment to reconciliation through action and continued solidarity with Indigenous […]

  • Press Release

    Young Canadians Report Low Levels of Social Connection, YMCA Report Finds

    First annual YMCA Connections Snapshot reveals the critical role of accessible spaces like the YMCA in building a sense of community.