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YMCA Canada Statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

29-09-2021

YMCA Canada stands with all Indigenous Peoples as we mark the very first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Eagle feather beside words that read September 30, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Every Child Matters

YMCA Canada and YWCA Canada launch plan to prevent a ‘lockdown generation’ in Canada

12-08-2021

On International Youth Day, YMCA Canada and YWCA Canada join forces to release a 6-point plan to build back better with a focus on economic recovery for young people in Canada.

Canada Day 2021 Statement

29-06-2021

Please see YMCA Canada's statement on Canada Day 2021.

YMCA Canada Honours National Indigenous Peoples Day

21-06-2021

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, and the month of June is National Indigenous History Month. 

YMCA Canada Statement on the Kamloops Residential School

02-06-2021

We grieve and mourn the children found and acknowledge that Residential Schools are an ongoing source of trauma for survivors and their families.

Digital Skills Training Partnership Announcement with Google Canada & NPower Canada

18-05-2021

YMCA Canada is pleased to be partnering with NPower Canada and Google Canada to ensure that underserved youth across the country have access to these trainings.

YMCA Canada applauds critical federal budget investments in child care and charities

19-04-2021

YMCA Canada applauds the critical federal investments to support children, youth, families, and the charitable sector in Budget 2021.

TAKE ACTION – Support Front-line charities in budget 2021

01-04-2021

We are calling on the federal government to create a Community Services COVID-19 Relief Fund in Budget 2021.

YMCA Canada Condemns Anti-Asian Racism

25-03-2021

We are deeply concerned about the rise in anti-Asian racist violence that has occurred in Canada since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Building blocks for a pan-Canadian child care system – YMCA Canada’s national positioning

19-03-2021

Addressing barriers and ensuring high-quality child care meets the needs of children, their families and child care agencies will require collaboration between all levels of government and stakeholders.

Cover page of YMCA National Child Care Positioning Report

Statistics Canada data show lack of diversity on nonprofit boards

18-02-2021

The time has come to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as necessary to achieving our missions and to creating a stronger and healthier sector.

YMCA Canada Celebrates Black History Month

01-02-2021

While we celebrate Black History Month this February, we also commit to working year-round on the effort to dismantle systemic racism and anti-Black racism.

More support needed for struggling charities

14-12-2020

Our services will be needed more than ever, but are at risk without additional help.

YMCA Canada supports federal commitments to youth employments, child care, families and communities

01-12-2020

YMCA Canada applauds the Government of Canada for their continued support in the fight against COVID-19, as well as their commitment to the recovery of families, communities, and the economy.

YMCA Canada issues statement on racial intolerance and discrimination

02-06-2020

As a charity dedicated to building healthy communities where everyone belongs, we know we have a shared responsibility to take part in the critical work needed to recognize and overcome racial injustice.

YMCA of Greater Toronto launches The Bright Spot to support older adults

06-05-2020

The YMCA of Greater Toronto officially launched The Bright Spot, an online community where older adults can shine.

Home page of The Bright Spot

Sudbury YMCA Helps the Homeless

13-04-2020

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has made the washroom facilities of the Sudbury YMCA available to the homeless population in their community.

The Y launches YMCA Gym Class to keep students active

09-04-2020

YMCA Gym Class will feature Canadian-made content based on YMCA Canada's Health & Fitness programs and Canada's Physical Activity Guidelines

YMCA Gym Class logo

The North Bay YMCA will be used as a warming centre

09-04-2020

The gymnasium will be used to provide supports to the homeless.