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Why The Y: Emily’s Employment Story

Y Employment Services Create Opportunities: Emily’s Story In December 2020, Emily joined the Y Works Employment Support (YESS) Program in London.

Listen, Reflect, and Act for change this Canada Day

While July 1st is a time of celebration for many, our YMCA would like to recognize how challenging a year it has been. There is much to be thankful for, but this is also a time to pause and reflect on where we have been, and where we want to be as a country.

Among the various visual elements illustrating Indigenous cultures, the sun (the summer solstice) is at the center which is at the heart of the festivities. The First Nations, Inuit and Métis as well as the four elements of nature (earth, water, fire and air) are represented in the image and shown opposite. The whole visual is supported by a multicolored smoke* reminding us of Indigenous spirituality but also the colors of the rainbow - symbol of inclusion and diversity of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis

Join us in celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2021 Join us in celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day Online events and e-learning opportunities are readily available. Below you will find four sites with opportunities to learn more and get involved. Join us!

25th annual London Cares Curb Hunger Campaign launches!

FRIDAY, JUNE 11, 2021 25th annual London Cares Curb Hunger Campaign launches!

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario receives Jumpstart Sport Relief Fund

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2021

YMCA Women of Excellence Awards raise over $211,000!

TUESDAY, JUNE 1, 2021 YMCA Women of Excellence Awards raise over $211,000 for the Y's Strong Kids Campaign! On May 19th, over 750 households virtually celebrated 9 incredible women making a difference in their communities and industries across Southwestern Ontario. Congratulations again to the 2021 YMCA Women of Excellence: