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All YMCA before and after school programs will remain closed following the April Break due to the provincial order to close schools to in-person learning. All YMCA School Age Child Care payments will be suspended at this time, with the exception of outstanding payments.

All YMCA Health, Fitness & Aquatics facilities remain temporarily closed due to the province-wide stay-at-home order. All active memberships will be placed on hold as of April 3rd and no membership payments will be collected. For complete info please read our Updates to Members.

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Hot Water Interruption: Tuesday Oct 13th from 8am-5pm
09-10-2020
On Tuesday October 13^th the Downtown Hamilton YMCA will have no hot water between the hours of 8am-5pm as repair work needs to completed on hot water boilers and supporting pipes.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Creating Community Connection During COVID-19: YMCA Launches YWeAreHere.ca : A free virtual YMCA
16-04-2020April 15, 2020 – With people across communities doing their part to stay home and help flatten the curve, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford announced the launch today of their first Virtual YMCA; ywearehere.ca .
Laurier Brantford YMCA featuring in Canadian Architect magazine
27-11-2019We're proud to see Canadian Architect featuring the Laurier Brantford YMCA built by Cannon Design...
October 4, 2019 - Letter to Families Regarding Potential CUPE Strike Action
04-10-2019The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford has been working closely with our school board partners throughout Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford. Please click through for further information for families across the region.
Impact of Potential CUPE Job Action - YMCA Child Care Programs
03-10-2019
Impact of Potential CUPE Job Action - YMCA Child Care Programs
A Message to Parents & Guardians

There is significant media attention today about the potential impact of the job action currently underway by the Canadian Union of Public Employees [CUPE].
Thank you to our sponsors - NFP | Pioneer Golf Tournament
02-10-2019
Thank you to all of our event sponsors who helped make this year’s NFP | Pioneer Golf Tournament a success, and helping to provide children and youth with the opportunity to participate in healthy YMCA programming.
YMCA, Raptors & Kawhi – Basketball is Thriving in Canada
19-06-2019
On any given night, drop into any YMCA across Canada and you’re bound to find aspiring young basketball players rallying a game of pick-up while donning their favourite player’s jersey; Leonard, Lowry, VanVleet, Siakam, Ibaka, Gasol, Green & many more. Many basketball stars have started their journey at YMCAs in Canada...more
Laurier Brantford YMCA Announces Official Opening Date
04-09-2018
As students head back to school and families ease back into their regular routines, the Laurier Brantford YMCA team is busy preparing for opening day.

Doors open at the new Laurier Brantford YMCA on Friday, September 14, 2018 at 5:30am.
Refresh My Y - Flamborough Family YMCA
17-04-2018
We're making some big changes to the Flamborough YMCA to refresh and revitalize your workout. Get ready for all new cardio equipment featuring web-based technology that allows you to access music stations, television, Netflix and Spotify accounts. Members will also be able to track their individual workouts with their individual workouts. Click to see what else is to come!
YMCA Celebrates Family Day with Free Family Activities Across Golden Horseshoe
15-02-2018
Looking for plans this Family Day Weekend? On Monday, February 19, all 12 YMCAs across the Golden Horseshoe will host free events for all ages. Make a splash, break a sweat, run, climb or explore. We're encouraging families to get fit and have fun at their local Y.