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YMCA of Three Rivers Celebrates Grand Opening of Fitness Centre Expansion at Stork Family YMCA
Local MPP Catherine Fife attended the grand opening of the expanded fitness centre at Stork Family YMCA in Waterloo. The expanded space offers new fitness equipment thanks to a $200,000 Capital grant received from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). “Thank you to Ontario Trillium Foundation for this generous investment in our community's wellbeing,” said Catherine Fife, MPP for Waterloo. “The additional fitness area and new equipment at Stork Family
Apr 23
Volunteer Appreciation Week 2026
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.” - Helen Keller Written on the walls across all six YMCA of Three Rivers locations are stories of volunteers who have dedicated their time, energy, passion, and talent to our programs, services and operations. These are pieces of who they are, and through their generosity, they have become part of what the YMCA of Three Rivers is and always has been. National Volunteer Week 2026 is an opportunity to celebrate this. Wh
Apr 23
Brave Spaces: How the Stratford YMCA Transformed Its Changerooms for Inclusion and Belonging
Written By: Keristen, Samuel and Teddy At the Stratford YMCA, change is more than a renovation—it’s a reflection of evolving community values and a commitment to dignity, safety, and inclusion. In 2024, the Stratford Y undertook a meaningful transformation: converting traditional boys’ and girls’ changerooms into all-gender, family-style spaces. This shift was not only a physical renovation but also a cultural one—one that has reshaped the way members of all ages experience t
Sep 17, 2025
Honouring a Legacy: Five Years of the Leslie J. Cornwell Camp Leadership Award
The Leslie J. Cornwell Camp Leadership Award was created by twins Andrew and Ryan Paulley to honour their late mother’s love of YMCA camping and leadership. Now in its fifth year, the award has supported 14 young staff with $7,000 toward post-secondary education, recognizing their impact and inspiring future camp leaders. What began as a tribute to Leslie’s legacy has grown into a tradition of encouragement and community building at YMCA camps.
Sep 11, 2025
New Pacemaker Clinic Opens at Stratford YMCA
St. Mary’s General Hospital and the YMCA of Three Rivers are expanding access to heart care with a new pacemaker clinic at the Stratford YMCA, opening January 8.
Jan 8, 2025
School Nutrition Program: Government Reaches Deal with Ontario
The School Nutrition Program in Peel had the pleasure of hosting federal and provincial government officials as they announced an agreement resulting in an investment of $108.5 million over three years to expand school food programs across the province.
Nov 26, 2024