Niagara Moves For Kids
Move for Kids brought communities across Niagara together, raising nearly $35,000 to support YMCA programs for local children and youth.
The YMCA receives funding to advance equity in learning
The YMCA of Niagara announces the launch of the YMCA Youth Education Supports Program (YESP), part of a $9.4M national investment to help youth stay engaged in school, build skills, and pursue post-secondary education.
From YMCA Day Camper to creator: LaurDIY featured by CBC News
YMCA of Niagara celebrates former day camper LaurDIY’s CBC feature, highlighting how camp crafts build confidence, resilience, and leadership.
EarlyON Centres Celebrate Family Literacy Day
YMCA of Niagara EarlyON Centres celebrated Family Literacy Day with story time, guest readers, activities, and book giveaways in partnership with Niagara Region Children’s Services.
Township of West Lincoln and the YMCA of Niagara partner to bring March Break Camp to local families in 2026
Through a pilot partnership, the Township of West Lincoln and the YMCA of Niagara are offering March Break Camp at the West Lincoln Community Centre for children ages 5 to 12, providing a safe and engaging experience for local families.
A “What If?” Turns Into a World Record
The longest chain of loom band bracelets is 337.12 m (1,106 ft 0.3 in), and was achieved by St. John-Y Lincoln Loom Legends (Canada) in Beamsville, Ontario, Canada, on June 24, 2025.
City of Port Colborne Breaks Ground on New Licensed Child Care Centre With Niagara Region and the YMCA of Niagara
The City of Port Colborne, the Niagara Region, and the YMCA of Niagara have officially broken ground on a new licensed child care centre at 76 Main Street West, expanding access to affordable, high-quality child care for local families.
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 award: The YMCA Fellowship of Honour. These 12 committed individuals have provided distinguished service to the YMCA in communities across Canada. Senator Omidvar presented the YMCA Fellowship of Honour medal, designed by award-winning artist Dora de Pedery-Hunt, to the following appointees. Each also received a [...]