May 14th Press Conference
Federal investment of additional $19.8 million over 4 years to help reach goal of building 9,500 $10-a-day child care spaces in Nova Scotia by March 2026. Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second […]
GuysWork
A Free 3-Day Camp for Young male-Identified Youth GuysWork is a program where young men examine how traditional masculinity norms can impact their health, and the health of their peers. When guys feel more comfortable and supported presenting a version of masculinity that is their own, they are almost always healthier. This 3-day camp is […]
GirlsOnFire
A Free 4-Day Camp for Young Female-Identified Youth A great way to meet new friends, gain self-esteem all in a fun, safe and non-judgmental setting. Girls on Fire is a 4-day camp designed to help girls, teens and young women ages 12-18yrs learn lifelong strategies for empowerment, self-care and promote self-worth, confidence, and resilience, while […]
Ignite Your Entrepreneur
YMCA Ignite is hosting the League of Innovators entrepreneurship courses! Join us for an information session May 2nd to learn more about this innovative course. Join us and ignite your inner entrepreneur and changemaker! Date: May 2 Time: 1-2pm PST Details: This 6-week course is geared for youth between 14 and 30 years old. Through […]
Summer Student Membership
Find more way to Get ActiveThis Summer Student Summer Membership Get 4 months for only $140 this summer! Hey students! With school out, you can hit the gym instead of hitting the books! Join the YMCA today with our Student Membership special. Get 4 months for $140! You’ll enjoy energizing group fitness classes, our conditioning […]
Fitness Courses
Ready to make a change and take the necessary steps toward reaching your goals, fast? Fitness Training Courses At the YMCA, we’re here to help you grow in spirit, mind, and body. Our wide variety of certification courses develop leaders who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to share their passions with the community. […]
IYS
Morgan Garnhum, an advocate for youth in Bridgewater, shares his personal story during the Integrated Youth Services announcement in Stellarton today, April 10. (Communications Nova Scotia) YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia becomes lead agency in Bridgewater for Integrated Youth Services (IYS) Young Nova Scotians and their families will soon have easier access to mental health […]
IDERD
March 21 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This date was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 1966 to commemorate the Sharpeville massacre in South Africa. On March 21, 1960, Sharpeville police opened fire on a demonstration against the apartheid ‘pass laws,’ killing 69 people and wounding many more […]
CDBplan
Join us Wednesday, March 20th (12pm – 2pm) at the Lunenburg County YMCA! 75 High Street, Bridgewater, NS What to expect:David Costello, from Service Canada, will share information on the Canadian Dental Benefit Plan, as well run an Application Clinic after his presentation (working one-on-one to get you registered in the plan). Entertainment by: Janice […]
NHLSTREETs2
NHL STREET season 2 is coming to the South Shore! Having fun, staying active, making friends and creating great memories. For Youth ages 6 to 16, NHL STREET athletes will feel like the pros when they suit up in authentic uniforms to play in high-energy, team-first leagues. NHL STREET is designed to provide kids and their families […]