100 Reasons Y - A New YMCA in Barrie
Barrie, we’re creating a new kind of Y.
A hub for fitness, community engagement and wellness. Together, let’s build a space where everyone belongs.
Discover the 100 Reasons Y
100 Reasons Y is about building a new YMCA in Barrie that will once again be the heart of our community, transforming lives and creating a healthier, more connected Barrie.
There’s only one way to build a new kind of Y: Together.
At the YMCA, we have over 100 years of reasons to celebrate, but now it’s time for each of us to find our Reason Y – for you, what makes the Y so vital in our community? The power’s in our hands to shape the next 100 years of impact, driven by your passion for creating a safe, inclusive, and vibrant space where all community members can thrive.
Community Minded
Rebuilding the Y addresses the need for community services, including chronic disease management programs, healthy aging programs, child and youth programming, transitional housing, and more.
The Y for Everyone
At the YMCA, inclusivity is at the core of everything we do. 100 Reasons Y is focused on ensuring that our new facility is accessible to all, regardless of background, income level, or personal circumstances.
Healthier Lifestyles
The Y will offer programs and services, creating a ripple effect of positive change – supporting healthier lifestyles, fostering community connections, empowering youth, and promoting sustainability.
Building the Future: A New YMCA in Barrie
Join us in creating a new YMCA in Barrie that’s more than just a fitness centre. We’re creating a cornerstone of community well-being and connection, where health extends beyond physical fitness to include mental, emotional, and social wellness.
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535 Bayview Dr.
Barrie, ON L4N 8Y2 - 77,000 sq. facility
- March 2025 Groundbreaking
- Fall 2027 Official Opening
What’s coming to the new YMCA in Barrie?
Community Services
- Shared Space for Child and Youth Programming
- Senior Programming
- Meeting Rooms
- Accessible Indoor Playground
- Youth, Employment & Immigrant Programs
- Child Minding
Fitness Facility
- Aquatics Centre
- Individual Conditioning Space
- Gymnasium
- Group Fitness Studios
- Indoor Track
Partnerships
- New Youth Transitional Housing, in partnership with the County of Simcoe
- Cardiovascular Rehabilitation programs in partnership with Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
- Cancer Rehabilitation programs in partnership with the Hudson Regional Cancer Centre at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
Make an Impact: How You Can Help
Your reason matters. By contributing your time, energy, or donation to 100 Reasons Y, you ensure that the YMCA remains a vital resource for everyone, from kids to seniors, for generations to come. Join us today to make a lasting difference. Here’s how you can join us.
Donations
Every donation brings us closer to creating a safe, welcoming YMCA. Your contribution to the new YMCA in Barrie allows us to create a place where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Every donation, no matter how big or small, makes a difference.
Share Your Story
Please share why a new YMCA in Barrie is important to you via email ([email protected]) or by filling in this form or on social media using the hashtag #100ReasonsY.
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