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Building Community, One Class at a Time: Ron MacVinnie’s YMCA Story

Many know Ron as a recipient of the Key to the City of Burlington, but did you know he also spent more than 27 years volunteering with the Ron Edwards Family YMCA, serving as both Board Chair and a fi

YMCA Spring Campaign raises over $100,000 to help more families access camp

This spring, our YMCA community came together with one shared goal: to ensure everyone has the chance to grow, belong, and discover what’s possible at a Y camp.

Video: CHCH Morning Live on the importance of Exercise in Women's Health

Genevieve Hladysh, VP of Health, Fitness, Aquatics and Men's Residence and Cari Gangaram from Flamborough Family YMCA on CH Morning Live on May 28, 2026.

From Tripoli to Hamilton: How two refugees found each other again at YMCA Newcomer Youth Centre

When Mohsen and Daniel mt each other at the YMCA Newcomer Youth Centre in downtown Hamilton, something felt familiar.

WATCH: YMCA Day Camps featured on CH Morning Live

YMCA Day Camp was recently featured on CH Morning Live, and it’s a great look at the impact camp has on children in our community.

Koshlong Current: Spring 2026

In this edition of the Koshlong Current: hear from work weekend volunteers and students who visited the Outdoor Centre, meet new staff, and learn all about the Wanakita Water Works.