20 Years of Well-Being at the Niagara Centre YMCA
Niagara Centre YMCA in Welland celebrates 20 years of supporting health, well-being, and belonging for individuals and families across the community.
A Celebration of Impact, Belonging, and the Partners Strengthening Niagara
YMCA of Niagara highlights community impact, PEACE Medal recipients, and the partnerships strengthening health, connection, and belonging across Niagara.
Celebrating Community Connection at the Niagara West YMCA
Celebrating Community Connection at the Niagara West YMCA Saturday, October 4 · 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Niagara West YMCA – 325 Main Street East, Grimsby The Town of Grimsby and the YMCA of Niagara are proud partners in creating opportunities for residents to connect, be active, and support their well-being. Together, we continue to invest in making the Niagara West YMCA a brighter, more welcoming space for the community [...]
YMCA of Niagara joins national Greater Together campaign launch
YMCA of Niagara joins national Greater Together campaign launch Today, YMCA Canada launched its new national brand awareness campaign, Greater Together, alongside the release of the first-ever YMCA Connections Snapshot — a national survey exploring how Canadians are feeling about connection and belonging. “Places like the Y create opportunities for connection and belonging to your local community,” says Christian Wulff, CEO at the YMCA of Niagara. “The snapshot highlights [...]
A Place to Be Seen: Stephen’s YMCA Connection
When Stephen joined the YMCA in 2020, it was more than a new fitness routine—it was a new chapter. Stephen was looking for ways to stay active and social during the isolation of the pandemic. His sister had recently moved to the area and they decided to check out the local Y. They’ve been coming together ever since with his loyal guide dog, Austin, by their side. Stephen [...]
Finding Belonging and Opportunity: Sai and Karthic’s Journey
A New Beginning in Niagara When Sai and her husband, Karthic, left India to pursue their Master’s degrees in the United States, they dreamed of building a bright future together. But as the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the world, they felt called to Canada — drawn by its strong pandemic response and reputation for welcoming newcomers. Arriving in the Niagara Region was exciting but challenging. Even with postgraduate degrees, [...]
The Power of Play
The Power of Play In the summer of 2023, an idea took root within the Niagara community, driven by a shared commitment to creating meaningful experiences for refugee families temporarily residing in hotels. Launched in partnership with the McCall MacBain Foundation, this initiative aimed to provide more than just a refuge from the transitory nature of hotel living. That it did. As the program unfolded, it blossomed into a [...]