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Y I Walk: Masauni’s Story

A Journey of Growth, Determination, and Community Impact It’s hard to believe it’s been only a short time since we finished the 72k walk. The physical exhaustion has worn off, but the emotional imp

Brenda Flaherty one of 12 outstanding Canadians appointed to the YMCA Fellowship of Honour

Hamilton, ON - Brenda Flaherty has dedicated years of her life to expanding the reach of the YMCA in our community. Her commitment and contributions were officially celebrated on September 25, 2024 wh

Saba's Story

Meet Saba. She was born and raised in Denmark and until eight years ago, she was studying to become a nurse. That’s when she got married—and moved to Canada.

Six in Ten Canadians Surveyed Have Little or No Sense of Community, New YMCA Research Reveals

Hamilton, Ontario - September 16, 2024 - A new survey commissioned by YMCA Canada, conducted among Angus Reid Forum members, reveals that a staggering 60% of Canadians feel disconnected from their com

YMCA launches first-ever national campaign to highlight programs and charitable impact

Hamilton, ON – September 16, 2024 – Today, the YMCA launched its first-ever national advertising campaign to connect more people to its programs and shine a light on the Y’s charitable impact. Origina

Y I walk: Kelly's Story

Meet Kelly. Kelly is a Project Officer and Adjunct Professor in the school of Public Safety at Seneca Polytechnic, but Kelly is also a volunteer—someone who freely offers her time to do good.