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More families than ever are asking for help to access camp

The YMCA is launching its annual Spring Giving Campaign calling on our community to help ensure young people and families can access life‑changing camp experiences at a time when financial need is gro

YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford Awards 2026 Farah Family Youth Peace Scholarships to Youth‑Led Community Projects

During Education Week 2026, YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford has proudly announced the 2026 recipients of the Farah Family Youth Peace Scholarship, an initiative that supports youth‑led projects

Ontario Trillium Foundation Investment of $55,000 Expands YMCA Volunteer Opportunities

During National Volunteer Week, Burlington MPP Natalie Pierre joined YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford at the Ron Edwards Family YMCA to celebrate a $55,000 Seed grant from the provincial governm

YMCA Wanakita is more than a field trip for Westmount Secondary Students

When Westmount Secondary School teacher Emma Beesley first started planning an end-of-year trip for her outdoor education students, she knew she wanted something transformative.

Raising Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Lifelong Impact of Wanakita’s SC Program

Even though Cam's years as a Student Counsellor (SC) at YMCA Wanakita were more than two decades ago, the memories remain vivid, stitched into the person he’s become.

Potential, ignited: Cathedral High School Swim Team Sends Three Student’s to OFSAA thanks to YMCA Partnership

For years, Cathedral High School’s swim team faced an uphill battle before they ever stepped onto the starting block. That all changed thanks to social prescription and a partnership with the YMCA.