Welcome to YMCA BC

Discover what's new

Browse the latest Y highlights, from programs and offers to events and announcements. Continue below to explore our full range of programs, services and opportunities across BC.

Building healthy and inclusive communities for all

YMCA BC provides life-enhancing programs and services for people of all ages, stages, backgrounds and abilities.

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63,907
valued community members served at our Health, Fitness and Aquatics centres
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5,850
children ages 0-12 received quality child care experiences
4,984
newcomers to Canada received access to critical support and resources
YMCA Child Care

Where children flourish

Our child care programs help children ages 0-12 learn, grow and build confidence in safe, caring environments.

YMCA Camps

Confidence begins here

Join us at our camps for an unforgettable season of fun, adventure, growth and discovery.

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YMCA Memberships

Discover your path to fitness at the Y

Y Fitness & Aquatics

Built for movement and connection

From workouts and swim to family programs and personal training, our YMCA BC centres support active lives of all ages and abilities in welcoming community spaces.

Youth Team Sports

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More than just a game
Our Youth Team Sports programs help children and youth stay active, build confidence and connect.
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Y Youth Basketball League
Play the game. Build teamwork. Have fun.
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Y Soccer
Where young players discover the joy of soccer.
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Y NHL Street
Hockey for children made accessible, active and fun.
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Y@Home

The Y, wherever you are

Free with your Y membership, Y@Home gives you access to online programs and resources like exclusive workouts, healthy meal plans and more.
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Building a strong community
5,188
teen and youth served through our Y Mind provincial mental wellness programs since 2018
4,984
newcomers to Canada received access to critical support and resources
120K+
positive and memorable camp experiences provided to children and youth in BC since 1907
Youth Support and Development

Supporting the generation of tomorrow

Helping youth build skills, find direction and feel connected.

Y Community Programs

For where life is, and where it can go

From health and well-being to employment and life skills, Y community programs help people build stronger futures.

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Mental and Physical Health Programs
Supporting overall wellbeing by promoting emotional resilience, encouraging healthy lifestyle habits and staying social.
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Employment and Newcomer Services
New beginnings start here. Services that help people build confidence, find work and settle into a community life.
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Women's Safety & Support Programs
A path forward: compassionate programs that help women and families find stability and hope.
Give with Impact

Help build stronger communities

Your gift supports programs that create health, belonging, safety, and opportunity. Explore ways to support YMCA BC and help children, youth, families and communities across BC.

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Corporate Giving
Stronger communities start in your workplace.
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Donate to the Y Women's Shelter
We are committed to creating safe, welcoming spaces for women and families. Donate today.
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The YMCA BC Foundation
The Foundation is a separate registered charity that supports the social life-enhancing programs and initiatives of YMCA BC.
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Leave a Gift in your Will
Leave a gift in your will to the YMCA BC Foundation and help create lasting opportunities for children, youth and families for generations to come.
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Ellen Bell YMCA Memorial Scholarship
An annual scholarship supporting women pursuing post-secondary studies in marketing or advertising.
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The Heritage Club
Stay connected through regional events and Newsworthy, our Foundation newsletter that highlights how legacy gifts are supporting children, families and communities across BC.
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Publicly Traded Securities
Donate publicly traded securities to support YMCA BC programs while maximizing your impact through valuable tax benefits.
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Named Designated Funds
Create a named designated fund to honour someone special or reflect your values through a lasting legacy that supports YMCA BC communities for generations.

When you join the YMCA you join more than a gym. You join a community.