The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, often referred to as Orange Shirt Day, takes place on September 30.

Meet Blake Heynen, committed YMCA Calgary donor. As the Manager of Community Engagement for the Prairies and Northern Ontario at TD Bank Group, Blake is dedicated to giving back to the community. Working with local non-profits and charities fuels his passion because “it helps support and build a more inclusive world for all.

On September 25, 2024, Calgary business leader, philanthropist, volunteer, and friend of YMCA Calgary, Andy Melton was honoured with the prestigious YMCA Fellowship of Honour medal, recognizing more than three decades of unwavering service to YMCA Calgary.

Last weekend, Camp Chief Hector’s inaugural Homecoming event brought together camp inspired folks of all ages, sharing laughs, stories, and old memories. If you couldn’t make it, we missed you! But don’t worry, it’s never too late to reconnect with camp. 

Michelle Whelan, one of YMCA Calgary’s newest board members, wants to shout it from the rooftops that YMCA Calgary is more than just “gym and swim.”Michele, a human resources executive who joined the board in May at the YMCA's Annual General Meeting, is pushing to help more people know about YMCA Calgary’s diversity of offerings.

CALGARY, ALTA.— YMCA Calgary is excited to announce a first-of-its-kind ‘return to outdoor camp’ experience for alumni and families from across the province this fall. Homecoming will invite campers at every age and stage to enjoy a day of nostalgia at Camp Chief Hector on September 21, 2024.