Join our FREE Multiculturalism Day celebration on Saturday, June 27 from 11AM-3PM at the Taggart Family Y! Experience cultures and traditions from around the globe. Visit country booths and enjoy food, music, and performances. 🗺️ RSVP today: www.ymcaottawa-nic.ca/event-detail...

Immigrants are often scapegoated by people who seek to divide and distract us. We can’t fall for these tactics. We are proud to be a place that welcomes immigrants and refugees, and seeks wellbeing for all. Join us in supporting an inclusive Canada: BetterTogetherCanada.ca

On June 6 & 7, celebrate Ottawa’s 200th anniversary with free drop-in sports activities across the city. The Taggart Family Y is proud to participate! Join us for badminton, Mega-Fitness Circuit Class, basketball, family swim, and more. Explore the schedule: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/sport...

Hey, students! Summer is the time to focus on you. Enjoy a full Y Membership for $155* from now until August 31, 2026. Work out, swim, and get unlimited group fitness classes. Learn more: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-ser... Valid student ID required. *Prorated.

The 2026 Opportunities Expo for New Canadians showed us what community connection is all about! 1,000+ individuals joined us at Merivale Mall to meet 60+ local employers, settlement service providers, and community organizations. Thank you to all who made this event possible. 👏

You deserve a weekend to disconnect and explore nature. Join the Women’s Retreat at the Y Outdoor Centre, May 30-31. Find relaxation and adventure with archery, forest walks, yoga, campfires, canoeing on the Ottawa River, and more! 🛶🧘‍♀️ Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/women...

Find Your Fit at the Y this June! Registration is now open to all. Explore a brand new month of programs like soccer, pickleball, yoga, HIIT, zumba, and so much more. Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and...

This week, we hosted a workshop series to support frontline worker wellness and resilience. 💪 We're grateful to our expert facilitators Catherine Wood, Gerry Nera, and Richard Moore. Thank you to Hayley Mae Jones (Canadian Museum of Nature) and Councillor @arieltroster.com for opening remarks.

We pedaled with purpose at Y Ride for Youth 2026! 🚲🌷 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this beautiful downtown Ottawa ride along the canal. Together, we made a statement: all young people deserve a safe place to live and the support to build a bright future.

We were proud to be part of the Opportunities Expo for New Canadians at Merivale Mall today, and appreciated the chance to share information about the 2026 Municipal Elections and election worker opportunities with attendees. Thank you @ymcaottawa.bsky.social for having us! #ItStartsHere

The YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange program offers 16- and 17-year-olds a unique opportunity to gain paid work experience, build confidence, and form meaningful connections — all while discovering a new region of Canada. The 2026 program runs from June 27 to August 8. Apply now: ymcagta.org/swse

Thanks to @ymcaottawa.bsky.social for inviting me to say a few words at the opening of your wellness training for frontline workers. We are asking so much more of frontline staff, as issues like homelessness, mental health and addiction accelerate.

June registration is now open for Y Members! Explore our new schedule of Health, Fitness and Aquatics programs. Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and... Not a Y Member? Open registration begins May 25.

Introducing the employers! Explore careers in healthcare, hospitality, banking, security, skilled trades, public services, and more at the Opportunities Expo for New Canadians. 📍 Merivale Mall 📅 Wednesday, May 20 ⏰ 11AM-3PM Register for free: www.ymcaottawa.ca/expo2026 #JobSearch #OttawaJobs

Need a weekend to truly recharge? Escape to nature at our upcoming Women’s Retreat at the Y Outdoor Centre — May 30-31, 2026. Take part in a guided forest walk, kayaking, a floral arrangement workshop, a yoga class, and more. Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/women...

Did you know that we have seven Y Neighbourhood Day Camp locations across the National Capital Region? Kids (4Y-12Y) can make summer memories close to home! Each week brings exciting activities and field trips! Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-ser... #OttawaSummerCamp #OttawaCamps

We're easing into summer with a June session at our Health, Fitness, and Aquatics centres ☀️ 🔻 Registration for Y Members opens on May 19, 2026 at 7AM. 🔻 Registration for non-members opens May 25, 2026 at 7AM. Explore programs and schedules: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and...

Throwback to the 2025 Y Ride for Youth 🚲🌆 Want to be part of the action this year? Grab your bike and join us at First National Tree Park on Saturday, May 16 at 5PM. It's FREE and fun for the whole family! Learn more and register: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/y-rid... #OttawaEvents

Some more memories from the 2026 Y Embassy Chef Showcase 📸🍴 Fantastic food, incredible energy, and community spirit… What more could you ask for?! ✨

Join us for full-day licensed child care this summer at the Avalon YMCA Child Care Centre! Kids 4-12 learn and play all day with weekly themes, special guests, and fun outings! 📅 June 29 to August 28, 2026 📍 2080 Portobello Blvd, Orleans Contact [email protected] to register.

Join us at the Opportunities Expo for New Canadians! Meet employers, explore jobs, and connect with community services — all for FREE. 📅 May 20, 2026 ⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM 📍 Merivale Mall (1642 Merivale Road, Ottawa) Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/expo2026 #NewcomersOttawa #OttawaJobs

Make outdoor memories together at Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 9! Enjoy canoeing, archery, nature walks, campfires, crafts, and more at the Y Outdoor Centre. 🌳 $17 per person + applicable taxes. Children under 2 years old join for free. Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/famil...

Y Ride for Youth is returning to Centretown! 🚲❤️ Grab your bike and join us on Saturday, May 16 for a free, family-friendly ride along the canal. Together, we'll pedal to support youth facing homelessness in our community. Join the ride: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/y-rid...

We had the BEST time at Joseph Cull’s Young at Heart Class at @ymcaottawa.bsky.social, which he’s been teaching for 23 yrs. This class is also a neighbourhood lifeline for dozens of seniors in Centretown. Thanks @stephanieplante.bsky.social and @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social for joining. #SweatLocal

Meet Katherine, our volunteer storyteller! 🌟 “Little kids and stories are my two most favourite things in the world, so volunteering at the Y is a dream come true. It's a real pleasure and a privilege to spend some time among our little ones — they are the best of us.” #NationalVolunteerWeek

Meet Monica! 🌟 Here's why Monica volunteers at the Y: “Volunteering has given me valuable insight into how the organization operates while allowing me to develop practical skills such as teamwork, communication, and responsibility.” #NationalVolunteerWeek

Explore nature with Family Fun Day at the Y Outdoor Centre! 🌳 Spend quality time together and experience activities like canoeing, archery, nature walks, campfires, crafts, and more! 📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/famil...

Meet Amine! 🌟 Here’s why he volunteered at the Y: “It was a valuable opportunity to strengthen my HR skills and gain practical experience in a Canadian workplace. It also allowed me to better understand local practices and integrate into the professional environment." #NationalVolunteerWeek

Meet Anne, a volunteer Young at Heart group fitness instructor! 🌟 Here's why Anne volunteers at the Y: “I volunteer for the Y to contribute in giving fellow members, newcomers and guests the same feelings of community and inclusion the Y gives me. Plus, it's fun. 😃” #NationalVolunteerWeek

Honoured to be back—and to defend the title. Mission accomplished. 🇩🇪🏆🍹 Celebrating 75 years of Germany-Canada diplomatic relations, we brought a taste of 🇩🇪 to Ottawa & thanks to our secret weapon👩‍🍳 Chef Trisha Donaldson, took home Best Beverage at the @ymcaottawa.bsky.social Y Embassy Chef Showcase.

Mukee, an Early Childhood Educator at our Churchill YMCA Child Care Centre, received an Avron "Recognize a Hero" award! 🏅 She was nominated by her team for her superpower: finding calm in the storm. She is the steady anchor that every child—and every colleague—relies on. Thanks for being a hero! ⭐

We sat down with Mario Carlucci from CBC News to talk about the Y Embassy Chef Showcase! 🍲📻 Special thanks to His Excellency Jose V. Chan-Gonzaga and Chef David Vinoya for sharing about the Philippine Embassy's participation in this exciting event. See you April 15! 🎟️ www.ymcaottawa.ca/embassy

Marianne from the Y and Chef Trisha Donaldson from the Embassy of Germany joined CTV News: Your Morning Kitchen to chat about the 2026 Y Embassy Chef Showcase on April 15. 📺🍽️ Chef Trisha shared a white asparagus dish, which you can try for yourself at the showcase! 🎟️: www.ymcaottawa.ca/embassy

Join us for a FREE Community Day on Saturday, April 18! Bring your friends and family! In addition to our regular classes, we're hosting special activities for all ages. Clarence-Rockland Y: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/commu... Taggart Family Y: www.ymcaottawa.ca/events/commu...

Today is #WorldAutismDay and our YMCA Child Care team is gearing up to race for inclusion! 🏃‍♀️❤️♾️ Our goal is to raise $1500 for Autism Ontario. Every dollar stays in our community, helping fund the programs that make our inclusive classrooms possible. Donate today: www.justgiving.com/team/ymcachi...

Join us for an interactive musical experience: A Day at the Farm! 👩🏼‍🌾🐄🎼 Farmyard adventures are brought to life by Ottawa Symphony Orchestra in this original Canadian production. Before the show, our YMCA Child Care team will run activity stations: crafts, games, an instrument petting zoo, and more!

March Break was a blast at our first-ever Future Builders: Skilled Trades Camp! 🔧👷 Campers learned building principles and put their skills into action, creating projects like birdhouses, toolboxes, and side tables. The youth were empowered to learn, create, and discover future pathways.

Meet the judges for the 2026 Y Embassy Chef Showcase! These culinary trailblazers are bringing their expertise to the table as they judge a special night of global flavours. 📅 April 15,2026 | 6-9PM 📍 Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park, Ottawa 🎟️ Get your tickets today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/embassy

Spring registration is now open to all! Enjoy a new season of Child, Youth and Family programs, including swim lessons. Stay active at the Y with rugby, soccer, gym and swim, karate, basketball, hip hop, and more! Explore schedules and register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and...

🗺️ MEET THE EMBASSIES 🗺️ At the 2026 Y Embassy Chef Showcase, chefs will be crafting authentic dishes and sharing their cultural pride. Taste a world of flavours and vote for your favourites! 📅 April 15, 2026, 6 - 9 p.m. 📍 Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park 🎟️ www.ymcaottawa.ca/embassy

CR Hoops: Youth 3x3 Basketball League 🏀 This co-ed program is for youth 8-14, with a focus on beginner athletes looking to learn the game in a supportive and structured environment. 📅 March 28 – May 30, 2026 ⏰ Saturdays, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Register: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and...

Want to work in Child Care? We're growing our team! We're hiring for various roles across our Child Care centres, from Westboro to Orleans. Interviews will be held on March 25, 2026. Submit your application: forms.office.com/r/Hu11WAM94L #ChildCare #EarlyChildhoodEducation #OttawaJobs

For the safety of our community, we're closing all programs and centres on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in response to the hazardous weather event warning from Environment Canada. Please stay safe and continue to monitor trusted sources, including the City of Ottawa.

Spring registration is now open for Y Members! Explore our new schedule of Child, Youth and Family programs, as well as swim lessons. Register today: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and... Not a Y Member? Open registration begins March 16.

Our Housing Services team members had a great time visiting the Centretown Community Food Centre. 🍎🥬🥫 The centre is doing much-needed work addressing food security for folks in the Centretown area, including YMCA residents. We’re grateful for partners who help make our community healthier. ❤️

Spring is almost here! 🌱 This marks a new session for child, youth and family programs, as well as swim lessons. Kids can have fun with soccer, basketball, dance and more! Registration opens on March 9 for Y Members and March 16 for non-members. Explore schedules: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-and...

Black History Month: Celebrating Our Legacies 🖤❤️💛💚 Thank you to all our attendees, guest speakers, performers, and partners who joined us for this night of joy, community, meaningful conversations, and inspiration. Here's to 30 years of #BlackHistoryMonth in Canada!

The Y Embassy Chef Showcase is returning to Lansdowne Park in #Ottawa on April 15, 2026! 🧑‍🍳🌎 Join us for a night of food, fun, and friendly competition. Taste, sip, and vote for dishes from Malaysia, Germany, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Pakistan, Jamaica, China, and more. 🎟️ www.ymcaottawa.ca/embassy

The Y Embassy Chef Showcase is back — tickets on sale now! 🧑‍🍳🌍 Enjoy authentic global cuisine from Ottawa's Embassies and High Commissions. Taste, sip, and vote for your favourites! 📅 April 15, 2026 ⏰ 6 – 9 p.m. 📍 Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park 🎟️ Get tickets: www.ymcaottawa.ca/embassy

You’re more capable than you realize. Find everything you need to thrive at the Y. Join today and get your first week free! Become a Y Member: www.ymcaottawa.ca/programs-ser... Offer ends March 31, 2026.