04/13/2026
π’ Weβre Hiring β ECEs for our new Coldbrook location
The YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia is seeking a full-time and part-time staff for our Brand new location in Coldbrook. Start date is June 2026.
These roles support our children's growth and development, and create strong relationships with our families.
Qualifications:
βοΈ Level of Classification with NS Government is required
βοΈ Passion for early learning and community impact
π Application Deadline: May 6
π Location: 7182 Highway 1, Coldbrook
π© For more information please email [email protected].
Help us continue creating safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces where children learn and thrive.
01/27/2026
Hi families! Due to weather, we have lower staff numbers today. We're open and maintaining required ratios but may combine groups or adjust activities. If you can keep your child home or have flexibility with pickup, it would help.
Thanks for understanding!
01/26/2026
WEATHER CLOSURE - Monday, January 26
Hi families!
Due to today's Snowfall Warning and poor road conditions, we will be CLOSED today, Monday, January 27.
With 20-30 cm of snow expected and high winds throughout the day, we want to keep everyone safe at home.
Thank you for your understanding.
01/19/2026
Due to a power outage, the Greenwood YMCA will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
10/12/2025
π Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the YMCA! π
Today weβre giving thanks for you; our incredible members, volunteers, staff, and community partners who make the Y such a special place. π
Whether youβre spending the day with family, friends, or enjoying some well-deserved time for yourself, we hope your day is filled with gratitude, laughter, and maybe even a little movement!
From our YMCA family to yours.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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09/03/2025
πWe Want YOU to Join Our Team! π There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you donβt just get a job β youβll embark on an exciting path of career development! π«
π©βπ« Job Position: After School (BAP) Program Staff
ποΈ Start Date: September 2025
π Time: Casual, Part-Time (Day Shift, Mon-Fri, On-Call), also every school day is available at a fee locations
π Location: All After-School Locations
π²Pay: $17.34/hour or on ECE wage scale with valid certification
πΌ We are looking for a passionate Childcare Provider to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position has experience caring for children, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and is capable of providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children in their care. *Training provided and can attain first aid prior to starting.
Successful candidates will be required to submit a resume, as well as provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check/Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. You are also required to have or be willing to obtain First Aid CPR-C to start.
π§ Apply today and help us build a community where everyone can thrive: [email protected]
π€ We're excited to help you take the next step in your career journey. Join us and discover new possibilities! π€©πͺβ¨
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08/27/2025
We are currently recruiting after school staff for our Lawrencetown and Somerset sites, please email [email protected] for more information. Shifts would be school dismissal until 5:30, on school days only.
After School Program Leader - Somerset & Cambridge - Berwick, NS - Indeed.com
YMCA Southwest Nova Scotia
08/24/2025
A few of our new children in Berwick are not quite walking yet, if you have any toys that are geared for non walkers to get them walking, we will gladly take them. Please email [email protected] if you can help out! πΆββοΈππΆ
06/16/2025
YMCA Child Care Family π’ Help us serve you better!!
At the YMCA, we want everyone who comes to our Child Care Centres to find the support and spaces they need to meet their experience.πΆπ§π To better understand if our YMCA is meeting the needs and expectations of our families, we are conducting a YMCA Early Years/Preschool Experience Survey.
πποΈThis short survey will take approximately 7 minutes to complete. Your feedback will ensure our YMCA continues to have the greatest impact possible on the experience of your child and our community.
You can complete the survey here:https://bit.ly/ChildCarePulseSWNovaScotia or by scanning the QR code provided
Thank you for being a valued part of our YMCA!
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01/20/2025
Schools in AVRCE are closed today. Please drive carefully.