Community YMCA

Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Sunday, June 2 10am-1pm All YMCA locations   Bring the whole family to enjoy this free annual community event at your local YMCA. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate and promote healthy growth and development of children and families. YMCA …

25 Acts of Peace

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Danielle Phillips

1) Add your voice to important issues facing the world 2)  Buy fair-trade, local or organic 3) Talk with children about the many ways they can contribute to peace. 4) Give a donation to support an international cause. 5) Stay …

Eau Claire YMCA Annual Pool Closure – June 23-July1

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Please note that the pools at the Eau Claire YMCA will be closed starting Sunday June 23rd and will re-0pen on Tuesday July 2nd. This closure is to allow for our annual cleaning and maintenance schedule. Please know all other …

Count Down to Healthy Kids Day

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Only 15 days until Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA! Sunday June 2nd – 10am – 1pm (free access for families) Games, activities wellness fair and entertainment! Please check with specific branch for schedules.  

3 Ways to stay Active with your Family this Summer

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Jennie

#1) Family Fun night at Eau Claire YMCA. May 25, 4:30pm – 6:30. Come with your family and enjoy a wide variety of activities. There will be family basketball, Zumba and Yoga. Giant Jenga, Giant Snakes and Ladders and Wii …

Outdoor Day Camps at the YMCA – YMCA Camp Riveredge

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

YMCA Camp Riveredge is an outdoor camp inside the city. It is located in a gated area of Sandy Beach Park on the banks of the Elbow River. Children ages 6-15 can register for various day camp programs experiencing activities …

The YMCA Europe General Assembly

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Helene Weir

The YMCA Europe General Assembly in Manchester, England is happening right now! Our very own Shannon Doram, VP of Health and Wellness and Helene Weir, President and CEO of YMCA Calgary are in attendance representing YMCA Canada. Shown in the …

Day Camps at the YMCA

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Looking for day camps for your kids this summer? The YMCA has lots of options to offer your children this summer. Various camps for kids ages 4-16 are available at all of our YMCA branches – Shawnessy, South Health Campus, …

Random Act of Kindness

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Danielle Phillips

With the Peace Medals early nomination deadline fast approaching I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting on the meaning of peace. It takes me back to a wonderful story I read in the Winnipeg’s Community News Commons and thought …

Give your time to the Y and reap the rewards

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

Attending the YMCA Calgary volunteering award as a winner, I felt truly humbled to be counted among some of the unsung heroes who give their time and their expertise so freely. It was quite a surprise to learn I had …