The Best Part of Showing Up On Friday mornings at the Niagara Centre YMCA in Welland, the coffee is flowing, the conversations are lively, and a group of friends known as The Breakfast Club is catching up after another workout. For some, the friendships began at the Y. Others arrived knowing a familiar face. But over time, their regular workouts have turned into something much bigger: a community that [...]
Ignite Your Next Opportunity Looking for work can feel like a job of its own. Whether you’re searching for your first job, thinking about a career change, or ready for your next opportunity, having the right tools can make the process a little easier. There’s no single trick that guarantees you’ll land the role, but a few small changes can help you put your best foot forward. Here are six [...]
My bosses were 7 and 10 When Kristin first applied to work with YMCA EarlyON, she had been a stay-at-home mom for ten years. Before having children, she worked in social services, but her own experience of postpartum depression changed the direction she imagined for her career and eventually led her to volunteer with a group supporting other mothers. When she was ready to return to work, Kristin discovered [...]
The Stamford Kiwanis YMCA of Niagara Golf Classic, powered by FirstOntario Credit Union, supports YMCA of Niagara programs and Stamford Kiwanis initiatives.
YMCA of Niagara Board Members share the experiences, values and motivations that inspired them to serve, and how volunteer leadership helps strengthen communities across Niagara.
YMCA of Niagara celebrates its 2026 bursary and scholarship recipients, recognizing Niagara students for leadership, volunteerism, and community impact
How EarlyON Helped Lizzie and Sawyer Grow Together When Lizzie first became a parent during the COVID-19 pandemic, much of her world became smaller. Most days were spent at home, navigating motherhood while trying to meet the needs of her son Sawyer, who is non-verbal and autistic. Like many parents, she wanted the best for her child, but finding support, resources, and connections wasn't always easy. Then she found [...]
YMCA of Niagara celebrated the official opening of the Thundering Heights Child Care Centre in Niagara Falls alongside community partners, families, and local leaders. Located within the newly opened Thundering Heights Public School, the centre offers licensed infant, toddler, preschool, and before and after school child care programs supporting the growing needs of local families.
Niagara’s EarlyON Child and Family Centres have been recognized with a provincial innovation award for their community hub model supporting children, parents and caregivers across the region. Learn how EarlyON Centres — including five operated by YMCA of Niagara — are helping families connect, learn and thrive.
It Starts with a Simple Moment There’s a moment that happens in Youth Action that’s easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. A young person walks into a room. Maybe it’s their first time. Maybe they don’t know anyone. There’s that pause… that quiet question: Do I belong here? And then something shifts. Someone waves them over. A group makes space. A simple [...]
