News and Stories

Six in Ten Canadians Surveyed Have Little or No Sense of Community, New YMCA Research Reveals YMCA Highlights Canadian Social Isolation and Offers Connection Through Community Programs

Smile Cookie Cheque Presentation to celebrate impact of campaign on YMCA Healthy Snacks Program

YMCA Cycle for Strong Kids raises over $212,000 and counting for local children

This year, more community members will have a chance to join the party and support a great cause at the 17th Annual YMCA’s Cycle for Strong Kids event. The charities largest fundraiser has a new downtown location, new activities, and new presenting sponsor- The Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Fund.

Kelowna, BC — The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is excited to have been selected through a competitive bid process by the Province of British Columbia to provide the Child Care Resource and Referral Program (CCRR) and is honoured to offer this vital service to the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna and Lake Country.  

YMCA Camps have been providing local kids with friendships and memories for over 30 years Since 1991, generations of locals have fond memories of growing up in Y camps. Our YMCA continues to grow and offer even more safe and inclusive camps for children ages 3-12. Spring Break camp registration is now open, offering fun, educational experiences, games, sports, and crafts.