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YMCA and Brantford Red Sox Hit a Home Run with Community Partnership

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August 3 marks the first YMCA Day at the Ballpark in Brantford—a celebration of community, sport, and shared values between two local institutions.
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More Than a Swim Lesson: How YMCA swim programs build skills, save lives, and ignite confidence—at any age

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Every day, thousands of Canadians pass by a pool or a lake without giving it a second thought. But for Owen and Preeti, stepping into the water has been nothing short of life-changing.
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Finding his footing in a new home with the help of the YMCA

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When Rupert first arrived in Hamilton, he was filled with equal parts excitement and uncertainty. 
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279 Kids Are Going to Camp This Summer—Thanks to You!

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The results are in—and our community came through in a big way!
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How the YMCA and Project SEARCH are Empowering Youth with Disabilities

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For 18-year-old Matthew Bell, what began as a school-to-work internship at the YMCA has become a launchpad for personal growth, skill development, and a future career in caretaking—thanks to the support of
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Café Amicus Says Goodbye to Ron Edwards Family YMCA After 11 Years

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After more than a decade of brewing coffee and building community, Café Amicus will close its doors at the Ron Edwards Family YMCA on June 21.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Mary and Royce Cox Bring the Magic to Wanakita Traditions

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For Mary Cox, the story of Camp Wanakita didn’t begin with a childhood memory or a summer job. It began with a fresh start.
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Building Brighter Futures Together: How the Tachane Foundation is Powering Change through YMCA Beyond the Bell™

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When Rusty Sutherland talks about the Tachane Foundation, there’s a quiet but unmistakable sense of purpose in his voice. 
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A Humble Spark: Greg Comley’s Unexpected Journey with the YMCA

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Greg Comley never imagined that a job site visit would spark a personal transformation.
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