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Who's new at YMCA Wanakita?

In 2026, we're welcoming Bennett Siaroff, our new Outdoor Centre Assistant Director, and Mike Anderson, Wanakita's new Maintenance Director.

Ancaster and Hamilton Home Depot Stores Support YMCA Youth Through Orange Door Project Campaign

For the third year in a row, two local Home Depot stores are stepping up in a big way for young people in our community.

Still Marked on the Calendar: John and Anne‑Marie Wilson’s 15 years at YMCA Wanakita's Work Weekend

For John and Anne‑Marie Wilson, YMCA Wanakita isn’t just a camp—it’s been a steady presence in their family’s life for more than 30 years.

Finding Inspiration in the Night Sky at YMCA Wanakita

Meet 10-year-old Julian, a Wanakita Family Camper and winner of Wanakita's 2026 T-shirt design contest.

Nourishing More Than Meals: Wholesome Kids Catering Helps Send Kids to Camp

For more than eight years, Wholesome Kids Catering has been a trusted partner of YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford—providing meals to child care centres and standing shoulder to shoulder with the

YMCA Hamilton| Burlington | Brantford Receives 2026 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award

YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford (YMCA HBB) has been named the recipient of the 2026 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Brantford-Brant Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.