Corporate Communication

The YMCA Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is proud to announce a year of remarkable growth, impact, and resilience in 2024, thanks to the dedication and hard work of our staff, donors, volunteers, and community partners.

2024 YMCA Peace Medal Recipients:  Celebrating Local and Global Peace Efforts Hamilton, Ontario – November 27, 2024: Today, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford announced the recipients of the YMCA Peace Medal at its 37th annual YMCA Peace Medal Breakfast.

$136,200 Ontario Government Grant revitalizes space for Hemophilia program at YMCA Wanakita Haliburton, ON — On Wednesday, MPP Laurie Scott met virtually with represe

$90,700 Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant Supported YMCA’s Y Mind Program, Empowering Burlington Youth Burlington, ON – On Friday, local MPP Natalie Pierre visited the Ron Edwards Family YMCA to celebrate the suc

Hamilton, ON - Brenda Flaherty has dedicated years of her life to expanding the reach of the YMCA in our community. Her commitment and contributions were officially celebrated on September 25, 2024 when she received the YMCA Fellowship of Honour medal from the Honourable Senator Ratna Omidvar in a ceremony held at the Rideau Club in Ottawa, Canada. 

Hamilton, ON – September 16, 2024 – Today, the YMCA launched its first-ever national advertising campaign to connect more people to its programs and shine a light on the Y’s charitable impact.

In 2023, we took the first steps in our new strategic plan, and it’s been incredible to see the seeds we've planted start to grow. Themes of the past year include youth empowerment, community health and wellness, inclusivity, and accessibility.  

Hamilton, Ontario – June 5, 2024: The YMCA Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is pleased to report significant progress in serving young people and seniors during the first quarter of 2024. These early results highlight the YMCA's dedication to fostering a vibrant and healthy community.  

Hamilton, ON – On Thursday, Hamilton Centre MPP Sarah Jama met with the team at YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford to hear more about the $62,800 Resilient Communities Fund Grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) that was used to launch The Y Saves Lives comprehensive fundraisin