YMCA of Southwestern Ontario

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario A local charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.✨

06/06/2026

What a fantastic evening in St. Thomas for the first stop of this year’s Jordan’s Run the Runway 5K Series. Our sincere thanks to everyone who came out, took part, and helped make the night so special.

Today is World Environment Day 🌎At YMCA, caring for our communities also means caring for the places we share — the park...
06/05/2026

Today is World Environment Day 🌎

At YMCA, caring for our communities also means caring for the places we share — the parks, trails, waterways, neighbourhoods, and outdoor spaces that help people connect, play, grow, and belong.

Environmental care is part of building healthier communities. From reducing waste and protecting green spaces to making more sustainable choices in our programs, facilities, and daily routines, small actions can make a meaningful difference when we take them together.

Today and every day, we’re grateful for the staff, volunteers, families, and community members who help make care for the environment part of YMCA life.

There’s still time to register for Jordan’s Run the Runway in St. Thomas! ✈️Join us for a fun, family-friendly event whe...
06/04/2026

There’s still time to register for Jordan’s Run the Runway in St. Thomas! ✈️

Join us for a fun, family-friendly event where runners, walkers, teams, and supporters come together for a meaningful cause.

Whether you’re racing for a personal goal, walking with friends, or showing up to support local kids and families, we’d love to see you at the runway.

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/114054/jordans-run-the-runway-5k-series-st-thomas-elgin

Push the Bus is coming your way, and registration is open.Gather your team and join us in supporting local kids through ...
06/04/2026

Push the Bus is coming your way, and registration is open.

Gather your team and join us in supporting local kids through YMCA camps, programs, and services ➡️ https://www.ymcaswo.ca/pushthebus

Day Camp leadership training is underway! ☀️This week, 50 Day Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, One-to-One Coordinato...
06/01/2026

Day Camp leadership training is underway! ☀️

This week, 50 Day Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, One-to-One Coordinators, Regional Coordinators, and senior leaders are coming together from across our 20 Day Camp sites, including YMCA Health, Fitness & Aquatics locations and Outdoor Day Camp locations throughout Southwestern Ontario.

This two-day gathering is all about preparing our teams to lead with confidence, care, and YMCA values this summer. From values-driven leadership and child guidance principles to practical leadership guidelines that help create safe, welcoming, and fun camp experiences, our leaders are getting ready for an incredible season ahead.

And of course, it wouldn’t be YMCA Day Camp without a little camp fun along the way.

We can’t wait to see the impact these leaders will have on campers, families, and communities this summer. 💛

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures, voices, and cont...
06/01/2026

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures, voices, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. It is also a meaningful time to reflect on the importance of truth, reconciliation, and consistent action toward a more equitable future.

At YMCA, we continue to deepen our understanding of Indigenous histories, perspectives, and experiences. Through ongoing learning and relationship building, we remain dedicated to fostering spaces where Indigenous voices, cultures, and experiences are honoured and uplifted.

Learn more about our Truth and Reconciliation efforts at https://ymca.ca/en/what-we-do/truth-reconciliation

This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength and brilliance of YMCA staff, volunteers, members, participants, donors, and...
06/01/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength and brilliance of YMCA staff, volunteers, members, participants, donors, and partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

YMCA continues to be committed to creating welcoming, inclusive spaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to be their authentic selves. While progress has been made, there is still important work ahead, and we remain dedicated to advancing equity, belonging, and well-being for all.

When you think about the future, who do you hope it’s brighter for?For many YMCA donors, planned giving is a way to supp...
05/31/2026

When you think about the future, who do you hope it’s brighter for?

For many YMCA donors, planned giving is a way to support the next generation long after today, helping ensure children, youth, and families continue to have access to programs that build confidence, belonging, leadership, and opportunity.

A gift in your will can help a child experience camp, a teen discover their potential, a newcomer find community, or a family access support when they need it most.

Your legacy can help the next generation thrive.

Leave the legacy that you want with a planned gift. For more information contact:
Senior Development Officer, Major Gifts and Planned Giving, [email protected] or
VP of Development & Marketing,Christina Harley, [email protected]

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