Uplifting Our Communities: How Connection Helps Us Shine
By Jill Tettmann, President & CEO, YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka At the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, we believe that strong communities begin with belonging. When people feel…
An Empowering New Chapter for Our Community and How You Can Help Make a Difference on International Literacy Day
When we think of literacy, what often comes to mind is reading books, but it is so much more than that. Literacy is about confidence,…
Uplifting Communities: Honouring Charities and Non-Profits That Help Us Shine On
By Vimal Vyas, Chief Financial Officer, YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka At the YMCA, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to thrive — no matter their…
This Week is National Drowning Prevention Week in Canada: Here Are 4 Ways You Can Stay Safe This Summer
July 20-26 is National Drowning Prevention Week in Canada. Falling on the third week of July each year, the Lifesaving Society and the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka takes this time to recognize the importance of water safety for all Canadians.
Leadership Blog: Igniting Inclusion – Honouring Pride and National Indigenous History Month
By Jill Tettmann, President & CEO, YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka At the YMCA, inclusion is not just a value on paper - it is a way…
Try the Y with Free Community Days this June
Are you looking for a way to stay active, spend quality time with loved ones, or simply try something new? This June, the YMCA of…
Planned Giving Month: Melva Murphy Luker Endowment
May is Planned Giving Month. A planned or legacy gift, such as a bequest in your will, a gift of life insurance, or other long-term…
Leadership Blog: How Volunteers Spark Change – In Us and Themselves
By Sandra Shan, Vice President, People & Culture Behind every healthy community is a team of people who choose to show up—not for recognition, but…
Volunteer Spotlight: Inspiring the Next Generation of Campers
Marty Tannahill is one of the YMCA’s dedicated volunteers at Camp Kitchikewana and our resident canoeing expert. Every year, Marty teaches certification programs for both…
The Transformative Power of the YMCA: Danielle’s Story
A Place That Brings Us Together What if the place that could have saved your life was missing when you needed it most? For Danielle…