What is the first thing you think about when you see the YMCA sign? To me, the YMCA is about building healthy and supportive communities. I quickly learned this when I joined the YMCA over 35 years ago. YMCA membership…
On April 6th, the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka will host its fifth annual fundraising event, MOVE TO GIVE, taking place simultaneously across our region in Barrie, Collingwood, Gravenhurst, Innisfil, Midland, Orillia, Parry Sound and Wasaga Beach. To kick-start this massive fundraiser,…
Most families have very busy schedules. Between school, activities, work and other commitments, finding time to enjoy activities together as a family can be very challenging. However, rising rates of obesity and related chronic disease tell us that getting kids…
International Volunteer Day takes place every year on December 5th. Founded by the United Nations, it’s a global celebration of volunteers and shines a light on the impact of volunteer efforts around the world. At the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka our…
Last week at our 4th Annual Spotlight Gala, we celebrated over 100 years of the YMCA serving the community. Although the programs, services and sites that the Y operates have changed, the one thing that remains constant is our commitment to building a healthy community…
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is expanding its health care partnerships to deliver new, innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. In recent months, the Royal Victoria Hospital (RVH), the Georgian Bay Family Health Team (GBFHT) and the Collingwood General & Marine…
As the summer winds down and the cooler season approaches, there may be less outdoor water activity, but the fall and winter can be a great time to get kids in the pool to learn important water safety skills and…
For over 100 years, the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka has been growing, evolving and responding to the unique needs of our community by offering programs that enrich families and individuals of all ages in spirit, mind and body. The success of…
All kids deserve to thrive in mind and body. But in order for them to reach their full mental, emotional and intellectual potential, we have to foster the important connection between the health of the body and of the mind…
The YMCA is committed to building a new kind of Y in downtown Barrie. With our partners, we will create a centre of community where everyone belongs and thrives. We are very pleased to share that earlier this month, this…