Camp Chief Hector YMCA

Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Sunday, June 2 10am-1pm All YMCA locations   Bring the whole family to enjoy this free annual community event at your local YMCA. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate and promote healthy growth and development of children and families. YMCA …

25 Acts of Peace

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Danielle Phillips

1) Add your voice to important issues facing the world 2)  Buy fair-trade, local or organic 3) Talk with children about the many ways they can contribute to peace. 4) Give a donation to support an international cause. 5) Stay …

Count Down to Healthy Kids Day

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

Only 15 days until Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA! Sunday June 2nd – 10am – 1pm (free access for families) Games, activities wellness fair and entertainment! Please check with specific branch for schedules.  

Outdoor Day Camps at the YMCA – YMCA Camp Riveredge

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Lisa Kingston

YMCA Camp Riveredge is an outdoor camp inside the city. It is located in a gated area of Sandy Beach Park on the banks of the Elbow River. Children ages 6-15 can register for various day camp programs experiencing activities …

The YMCA Europe General Assembly

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Helene Weir

The YMCA Europe General Assembly in Manchester, England is happening right now! Our very own Shannon Doram, VP of Health and Wellness and Helene Weir, President and CEO of YMCA Calgary are in attendance representing YMCA Canada. Shown in the …

It must be summer – it’s time for camp!

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

CALLING all campers, YMCA Calgary has five different locations to choose from this year for those wishing to join in the fun! YMCA at the South Health Campus will also be offering summer day camp programs for youngsters from the …

Random Act of Kindness

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Danielle Phillips

With the Peace Medals early nomination deadline fast approaching I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting on the meaning of peace. It takes me back to a wonderful story I read in the Winnipeg’s Community News Commons and thought …

Give your time to the Y and reap the rewards

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Beka Sharrock

Attending the YMCA Calgary volunteering award as a winner, I felt truly humbled to be counted among some of the unsung heroes who give their time and their expertise so freely. It was quite a surprise to learn I had …

Congratulations to the 2012 Volunteer of the Year Winners!

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Oscar Cruz

Here at YMCA Calgary, we are extremely fortunate to have over 1100 volunteers work together with YMCA staff to provide more than 100,000 hours of time and talent each year. Volunteers help us build communities that are vibrant and healthy; …

Camp Chief Hector YMCA & Mountain Equipment Co-op STORE NIGHT

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Sam Nelson-Kennedy

Do you have all the gear on the packing list for your camper’s session this summer? Need anything else? Backpacks, sleeping bags, rain gear, sleeping pads, ground sheets, headlamps, water bottles? We are pleased to announce a Camp Chief Hector …