Welcome to the YMCA of Niagara Blog
Through our blog, we aim to share inspiring stories, valuable insights, and important updates as we work towards our ultimate goal: leaving a lasting impact and making a positive difference in the health and well-being of our Niagara community. Join us on this journey towards collective growth and well-being.
From Program Participant to People Leader
From Program Participant to People Leader From her first swim lesson to leading the YMCA of Niagara’s people and culture initiatives, Connie’s lifelong journey with [...]
Where Fitness and Friendships Unite
Where Fitness and Friendships Unite: Mark Crecco's Story By Jen Schmaltz When Mark Crecco moved to Beamsville in the summer of 2023, he knew [...]
How Gambling is Being Driven by Influencers
How Gambling is Being Driven by Influencers By YMCA of Toronto Influencing: Another Way to Advertise As social media continues to grow [...]
Healthy Boundaries Around Gaming and Gambling
Healthy Boundaries Around Gaming and Gambling By YMCA of Toronto Youth Gambling Although they may not be of legal age to enter [...]
Dispelling myths around youth gambling
Dispelling myths around youth gambling Explore a few common myths and facts related to youth gambling. By YMCA Toronto When it comes to [...]
Gaming and gambling: What’s the difference?
Gaming and gambling: What's the difference? By YMCA of Toronto Video games often have elements of gambling, and there are blurred lines [...]
Dr. Ian Brown, one of 12 outstanding Canadians appointed to the YMCA Fellowship of Honour
At a ceremony in Ottawa on Wednesday, September 25, the Honourable Senator Ratna Omidvar presented a small group of Canadians with the YMCA’s most prestigious [...]
The Father-Son Bond Strengthened at the YMCA of Niagara
Meet Anthony & Joey: A Father-Son Duo on a Wellness Journey, Strengthening Their Bond at the YMCA By Jen Schmaltz Anthony and his [...]
Water Safety Tips
Water Safety Tips Republished with permission from ACTIVE FOR LIFE According to the Canadian Lifesaving Society, drowning is the number one cause of unintentional injury deaths [...]