News and Stories

Sue’s Y is Growth

When I was in high school, I remember playing field hocky outside RSS and witnessing the Athans pool being built next door. At the time, it was my dream to work here as a lifeguard, but never did I im

Young Parent Program supports with basic needs, child care, education and more

Young Parent Program supports young families with basic needs, child care, education and more The YMCA Young Parent Program is a free community program designed to empower young parents under the a

Allyson’s Y is Evolution

For the last 25 years Allyson Graf has been a trailblazer at the Y, leading start up projects which have now evolved into entire departments and overseeing many exciting firsts for the charity. It’s s

Bob's Story

Since 2004, I have experienced 3 heart attacks, triple bypass surgery, bladder cancer, ventricular tachycardia, and just recently an ischemic stroke. My wife says that I’m on my 7th life and I have bo

Spotlight: Nick Mansfield

What is your name?  Nick Mansfield. What is your position with the Y?  Centre Manager. What Y Centre/program do you work with?  H2O Adventure and Fitness Centre. Please

Lake Life Lottery to launch with a splash in Southern Interior

Lottery to support community health and wellness  Media are invited to attend the launch of the inaugural Lake Like Lottery – the first lottery in the Interior of B.C. that gives residents the