News and Stories

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Mavis' Story

Twenty-five years ago, I was happily working full-time as a nurse when I was suddenly diagnosed with Lupus, an autoimmune disease. The pain had become so intense that I couldn’t work and had to go on medical disability.

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Free Seniors Health Assessments aim to keep community healthy

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is inviting older adults to attend an upcoming Seniors Health Assessment at the Kelowna United Mission Soccer Dome this spring.

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The YMCA receives $4 million in funding to improve student success

As part of $4 million in funding received by YMCA Canada through the Government of Canada’s Support for Students Learning program (SSLP), the YMCA of Southern Interior BC is pleased to announce that the YMCA Youth Transitions Program (YTP) will be available to support students in Kelowna and surrounding areas.

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Kethra's Story

I'm 44 and in the best shape of my life thanks to the opportunities I’ve had, and the community support I have received. It's all about mindset and what you want to achieve. I wasn’t going to let my age stop me from reaching my goals, living my healthiest self, and being the best role model I could be for my daughter.

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YMCA names new VP of Marketing & Philanthropy

The YMCA Southern Interior BC has named their new VP of Marketing & Philanthropy to replace Rhonda Zakala who is retiring from the role after 17 years of leadership.

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25th Annual Tree of Hope Campaign meets $1 million fundraising goal in support of YMCA and BGC Okanagan

The 25th annual Tree of Hope campaign in support of the YMCA of Southern Interior and BGC Okanagan has reached their collective goal to raise $1 million. The Stober Foundation closed out the campaign with a gift of $500,000, matching the donations raised by the two local charities during the holiday season.