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Spotlight: Kristen Gudmunson

What is your name? Kristen Gudmundson What is your position with the Y? Youth Support Facilitator What YMCA centre/program do you work with? South Okanagan YMCA in Penticton What do you always find yourself saying? Cool beans! & Right on!
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Spotlight: Courtney Kuzio

  What is your name?  Courtney Kuzio. What is your position with the Y?  Health Coach at the Downtown YMCA. What do you always find yourself saying?  I'm Tired LOL.
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Spotlight: SheriLee Voigt

What is your name?  SheriLee Voigt. What is your position with the Y?  Employment Facilitator at Pandosy. What do you always find yourself saying?  I feel so blessed to work where I work. If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world (currently alive) who would you select? Jackie Chan.
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YMCA Cycle for Strong Kids – Your Way!

The 14th Annual Cycle for Strong Kids will take place virtually this year on Sunday, May 30th where participants can have fun supporting #YMCAStrong Kids their own way! The event welcomes riders and movers & shakers of all ages, encouraging everyone to get active for a great cause. 
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How has the Y has impacted you? We love sharing stories to inspire and encourage others to improve their life through our programs.

Impact Video

We are a local charity determined to build a healthy and thriving community. Whether it’s homework help for vulnerable kids, mindfulness strategies for youth, or heart health programs for seniors, see the range of who and how we are helping individuals at all ages and stages.