July 1, 2025Every year, Canada Day offers an opportunity to reflect on the country we are today – and the country we aspire to become. As Canadians, we are proud to live in a country that celebrates compassion and diversity. Yet we are also reminded of our collective responsibility to continue to imagine and work toward a more just, inclusive, and united nation.

May 15, 2025When Canadians struggle with the uneven impact of economic and social disruption, they turn to the community services sector for support.

May 25-21, 2025National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) 2025 takes place from May 25-31. It is an opportunity to celebrate the leadership of people with disabilities/disabled persons, to support the work of organizations advocating for accessibility, and to reflect on how our communities can work to become more inclusive and accessible to all.

Sudbury, ON (May 21, 2025) — Today, YMCA Canada and the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario kicked off “Communities That Thrive: The YMCA’s Vision for a Stronger Tomorrow,” a national speaking tour featuring YMCA Canada President & CEO, Peter Dinsdale.

March 8, 2025YMCA Canada observes International Women’s Day by celebrating the diverse contributions of women trailblazers in YMCAs across Canada and beyond. The stories of our women leaders remind us of the ongoing journey toward gender equality.

November 20, 2024On November 20, the YMCA in Canada celebrates National Child Day and World Children’s Day. In doing so, we recognize the rights of children in Canada and around the world, and the role of the YMCA in building communities where child rights are promoted and children are supported to reach their full potentials.