Summer is more than just a break from school, it's a season of possibility. It’s a time when children can discover new talents, build friendships, and reconnect with the joy of simply being a kid. At YMCA Calgary, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience that magic, no matter their circumstances.

Last week, YMCA Calgary’s YMAP team gathered with 92 youth at the Kerby Centre to celebrate another year of growth, connection, and community at our annual YMAP Year-end event.  

In honour of National Indigenous History month this June, we would like to highlight one of our exceptional partners who are making an impact in this area year-round.

Calgary, AB – After careful reflection and conversations with the Town of Cochrane and Rocky View County, YMCA Calgary and its Board of Directors have chosen to withdraw from the Cochrane Recreation Facility Request for Proposal (RFP) Process.  

Calgary, AB – Following a joint Request for Proposal (RFP) process launched by the Town of Cochrane and Rocky View County in 2024, YMCA Calgary was selected through a competitive process and evaluation as the preferred operator for the Spray Lakes Sawmills (SLS) Centre in Cochrane. YMCA Calgary responded to the RFP and continues to be enthusiastic about operating SLS Centre bec

For Aphrodit Espanioli, fitness and community have always gone hand in hand. When she found the YMCA, she found the perfect place to bring both passions to life.