YMCA Stories

Every Friday in the summer, Turkstra Lumber Hamilton hosts a charity barbeque in their parking lot.

WARNING: This story contains content about mental illness.  As the COVID-19 pandemic was approaching, a teenager was struggling. Over the past several years, this young person has been in hospital numerous times because of disordered eating and thoughts of harming themself.

We're highlighting employees who have a big impact on their colleagues and their community. Position:Health & Wellness, LiveWell Supervisor

Meet Mardo.In 1984, Mardo left Costa Rica to come to Canada and wound up in Hamilton, Ontario.

We're highlighting employees who have a big impact on their colleagues and community. Position: Language Assessor, Immigrant Services

It’s a problem hiding in plain sight. Often victims are groomed and lured, and they don’t know they’re in a bad situation until it’s too late. 

The pandemic was a turning point for Myles. 

It was trust that opened the door for Kayla* to start rebuilding her life. 

Have you met Matt Fox? If not, you should. Matt is 43 years old and he’s one of the longest-attending campers at YMCA Wanakita.