In 2023, three YMCAs—YMCA of Northern BC, Kamloops Community YMCA-YWCA and YMCA Greater Vancouver—united to form YMCA BC, bringing together over 138 years of experience and deep community roots into one provincial organization.
YMCA BC is one of BC's largest non-profit service providers, supporting over 225,000 British Columbians each year.
From early childhood development and affordable housing to mental wellness and employment, our charity ignites belonging and delivers meaningful impact across urban, rural and remote communities, to build a healthier, more connected BC for all.
We ignite belonging by enabling everyone in our communities to have equitable access to healthier outcomes.
YMCA BC provides vital programs and services that have a positive impact on some of our communities’ most pressing social issues including health and wellbeing, child care, mental wellness, healthy aging, employment and newcomer settlement.
At YMCA BC, safeguarding children and youth is our highest priority. We take pride in inspiring children and youth to authentically be themselves and ensuring their best interests take precedence.
Our passionate team of staff and volunteers serve over 58 communities from Fort St. John to the Sunshine Coast.
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The Y provides essential programs and services that have a positive impact on some of our communities’ most pressing social issues including health and wellness, child care, camps, chronic disease management, mental health, employment and newcomer services.
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our funding partners across the province, including the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. Their contributions help more people access YMCA BC programs and services, while igniting belonging in our communities.
When you join the YMCA you join more than a gym. You join a community.