Two years ago, the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Board of Directors approved a Strategic Plan that prioritized the following directives: My Y Opens Doors My Y…

Many of today’s youth are faced with serious challenges – youth unemployment, low income, childhood obesity, and a lack of social belonging. Sadly, mental illness…

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.…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…