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YMCA Canada Statement for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day 2022

The Indian Residential School Survivors Society is available to survivors and their families at any time. Please call 1-800-721-0066 or 1-866-925-4419 to access the 24-7 crisis line. You can find additional support via the First Nations and Inuit Hope For Wellness.ca Help Line at 1-855-242-3310.

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Steps to Becoming a Lifeguard

Open the door to employment and volunteer possibilities through our YMCA Aquatic Certifications programs. Certification as a lifeguard or swimming instructor can lead to employment opportunities at the YMCA and elsewhere.

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Discover the Benefits of Meal - Planning and Prepping with EatPlantJoy!

Planning ahead can make life a whole lot easier and healthier. Just consider some of the benefits:

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July Member Newsletter

Keep up to date with all things YMCA by reading our July Member Newsletter.

YMCA Statement on Canada Day - July 1, 2022

This Canada Day, YMCA Canada is reflecting on this moment in time, the state of our country, and the world. From the work to support refugees who continue to flee from countries like Ukraine and Afghanistan, to divisions around COVID-19 safety protections, and continued inequities in our society, it is clear that many challenges lie ahead of us.