YMCA Canada

The YMCA Fellowship of Honour is Established


The YMCA’s highest recognition in Canada, the Fellowship of Honour celebrates exceptional volunteers and staff who demonstrate outstanding leadership in advancing the YMCA’s mission. Since its inception, more than 120 individuals have been inducted.

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  • Text: Tyler's Story, From Ally to Advocate for Indigenous Language Revitalization. Image: Tyler standing at a podium speaking at an event. The YMCA Shine On logo is in the bottom right corner.
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    Tyler’s Story: From Ally to Advocate for Indigenous Language Revitalization 

    For Tyler Patterson, a Wolastoqey Language Advocate and member of the YMCA Youth Council, leadership means turning learning into action. The Wolastoqey language, like countless other Indigenous languages across Canada, is critically endangered. With well below 100 fluent speakers who are all above the age of 65, the time to act is now. Read Tyler’s full story here.

  • Text: Jill's Story. Four Decades of Giving Back. Image: Jill and another woman stand behind a large cake that says Happy 10th Birthday YM-YWCA
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    Jill’s Story: Four Decades of Giving Back 

    For 44 years, Jill has been part of the Y community. After overcoming a lifelong fear of water and learning to swim at the Y, she began volunteering and hasn’t stopped since. Today, she continues to give back through events, administration support, and community programs for older adults.

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    The YMCA receives $9.4 million in funding to advance equity in learning 

    YMCA Canada is proud to announce $9.4 million in funding through the Government of Canada’s Supports for Student Learning Program (SSLP) to launch the YMCA’s new Youth Education Supports Program (YESP). This national initiative is designed to help youth overcome barriers to education and unlock their full potential.

  • Text: Together, We Shine. Read Aderonke & Agnes' Story. Image: Aderonke and Agnes are standing together in front of a mural and smiling. The YMCA Shine On logo is in the bottom left corner.
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    Aderonke & Agnes’ Story: From First Project to Meaningful Impact

    Last summer at the YMCA of Greater Toronto’s Summer Club, two new educators, Aderonke and Agnes stepped into their first major leadership opportunity.