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Handy Helper's Corner: “Raise the Roof” - Wanakita’s roofs are getting a forest friendly facelift!

Nestled deep in the Haliburton Highlands, YMCA Camp Wanakita is more than just a camp—it's a small town. With over 140 buildings spread across roughly 1000 acres, maintaining the infrastructure is no

The Magic of Family Camp

The MacKenzie Family started coming to Family Camp in 2006 with their neighbours, The Castle Family, who were long time attendees. When they moved to British Columbia in 2022, they promised to come ba

Government of Canada: Announces Up to $25 Million for New Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, joined the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State for Sport, the Honourable Karina Gould (MP Burlington), and Members o

Statement from Manny Figueiredo, President & CEO, YMCA Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford on Federal Budget 2025 Investment

“We are proud that the Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA is included in Budget 2025 as part of the federal government’s generational infrastructure investments that strengthen communities and improve loca

Finding Light at YMCA Wanakita: Juliana’s Story

When Monica and her daughters arrived in Canada as refugees from Colombia, the world they knew disappeared overnight. The rhythm of their days, once filled with family and familiarity, was replaced by

Young Canadians Report Low Levels of Social Connection, YMCA Report Finds

Three-in-four (74%) Canadians ages 18–34 say they lack a sense of community, according to new YMCA research. Yet the same amount believe that “third places” like the YMCA are the key to feeling more c