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Show Camp Some Love

We know Albertan's love Camp - and whether you attended Camp Chief Hector 25 years ago or you are preparing for your child's first summer away at camp, we know you will love it, too. For Albertans of all ages, Camp Chief Hector has provided formative experiences and unforgettable memories for over 90 years.
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Happy 5th Anniversary, Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge

Join us in celebrating the 5th anniversary of Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge!     
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YMCA Canada receives $6.9 million in funding from the Public Health Agency of Canada for Y Mind and Y Mind Medicine 

January 10 – The YMCA celebrates the Public Health Agency of Canada for its investment of $6.9 million in funding to expand the Y Mind and Mind Medicine programs to communities across Canada. 
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YMCA Calgary Launches Annual JOY Campaign this Giving Tuesday

This holiday season, YMCA Calgary is on a mission to raise JOY and ensure that health and wellness is experienced by as many Calgarians as possible through 2023. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, is Giving Tuesday and the YMCA is kicking off the JOY campaign at all six YMCA locations by spreading holiday cheer.
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YMCA Calgary President & CEO Shannon Doram named Avenue Magazine's Top 40 Under 40

Today, we’re beaming with pride at YMCA Calgary. That’s because Avenue Magazine named our President & CEO, Shannon Doram, one of Calgary’s Top 40 Under 40. The annual Top 40 Under 40 Award goes to a list of 40 Calgarians, all under the age of 40 years old, who have distinguished themselves professionally and are moving the city forward.
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YMCA Calgary partners with local artist Kate Stevens on a new song to commemorate the 50th anniversary of girls attending Camp Chief Hector YMCA

While the YMCA name wears the historical precedent of initially being an organization for young men, it has proudly evolved as a beacon of inclusion. Through decades of growth, YMCA Calgary has continued its mission to create an inclusive space where children can have transformative experiences, including renowned Camp Chief Hector YMCA in Kananaskis west of Calgary.