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Hanna's Story

“I have a secret. Every morning when I go to the mirror—no matter what is happening that day—I say to myself, ‘Everything is amazing, wonderful, fantastic.’ If you say that three times per day, your l

$136,200 Ontario Government Grant revitalizes space for Hemophilia program at YMCA Wanakita

$136,200 Ontario Government Grant revitalizes space for Hemophilia program at YMCA Wanakita

YMCA Men’s Residence Offers Deeply Affordable Housing Options for Men at Risk.

Randy is an aspiring comedian who has lived at the YMCA Men’s Residence, in Downtown Hamilton, for more than a decade. For Randy, the Men’s Residence offered him an opportunity to be independent—to

A Generational Bond: Martha’s Story

For Martha Fiorentino, the YMCA has never been just a place to swim or work out—it’s been a cornerstone of her life, shaping childhood memories, forging lifelong friendships, and now helping her raise

Wayne Perkins: A Legacy of Visionary Leadership and Community at the YMCA

In the summer of 1954, a ten-year-old Wayne Perkins arrived at YMCA Camp Wakonda in Saskatchewan.  This experience would mark the beginning of a lifelong journey within the YMCA, eventually leadin

Hockey Helps the Homeless grants $95K to YMCA following first-ever Hamilton/Burlington event

It was a great day to play hockey for a good cause. On Friday, April 11, 2025, over 180 local players descended on the Mohawk 4 Ice Centre to participate in the inaugural Hockey Helps the Homeless