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Abdullah’s Story

Meet Abdullah. He grew up in Kenya, but in December 2023 he came to Canada with two of his children. He says the decision to come wasn’t easy, but it was necessary as it was no longer safe for his son

How support from the Y during incarceration helped a man rebuild his life

Thanks to a partnership with the YMCA, John* was able to take part in a program during his incarceration to improve his chances of getting a job.

Announcement: Dr. Dana Liebermann, Vice President of Research Strategy & Impact Measurement

The YMCA of Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford is excited to announce the appointment of Dana Liebermann as the Vice President of Research, Strategy & Impact Measurement, effective June 3, 2024.

Grand Opening of the Heming Welcome Centre at YMCA Wanakita

After nearly two years of construction, YMCA Wanakita held the grand opening of the Heming Welcome Centre on Saturday, April 20 at the overnight camp in Haliburton, Ontario.

YMCA Employment Coach Shines Bright and Saves Lives

“When times were hard, and I couldn’t see the light, she gave me reason to believe.” Meet Sharon, an employment coach with the YMCA and an important figure in many people's search for employment. S

YMCA Launches 'The Y Saves Lives' Campaign to Double Community Impact and Transform Lives

Hamilton, Ontario, April 22, 2024 — The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is about to transform countless lives through its ambitious philanthropic initiative, The Y Saves Lives. This campaign see