YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Children's Educational Services

Today and every day, we celebrate the women who lead, support, and inspire. Happy International Women’s Day.

Every kid deserves the chance to grow, belong, and discover what they’re capable of, whether that happens at camp, through a program, or by accessing vital community services.

That's why we continue to partner with our friends at Mainstreet Credit Union Canada - to help make YMCA camps, programs, and services accessible to more kids and families across out region

🌟 Donate today to help Fill the Bus: https://ymca-of-sw-ontario.givecloud.co/fundraising/forms/P7DNM4EG

To those in our community celebrating Holi, we wish you a joyful day filled with colour, connection, and celebration.

Happy Holi!

Canoes, campfires, teamwork, leadership — and yes, a real Ontario high school credit. CQE’s Leadership Programs are for teens ready to step up and stand out.

Sign up for more information or register today: https://www.ymcaswo.ca/leadership-programs

This is what day camp looks like 💛

Laughter, friendships, and moments that turn into lifelong memories. At day camp, kids get to be themselves, try new things, and feel like they belong.

Learn more and register ▶️ https://www.ymcaswo.ca/programs/camps/summer-day-camp

At the Y, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, included, and respected.

Pink Shirt Day is a chance to stand together against bullying and reaffirm our commitment to building communities rooted in kindness and belonging.

YMCA members can save 25% when registering a first-time Camp Queen Elizabeth camper for Session A or Session C

👉 Contact us at [email protected] for your promo code
⏰ Offer ends February 27

Already registered a first-time camper in Session A or C?
No worries, simply reach out and we’ll make sure your 25% discount is applied if it hasn’t been already.

Let’s give your child a summer that fuels their spirit, builds their confidence, and helps them shine brighter than ever. See you on the island!

To those in our community celebrating Lunar New Year, we wish you a joyful start to the year ahead filled with health, happiness, and good fortune.

Happy New Year!

As Ramadan begins, many in our community enter a month focused on reflection, generosity, and care for others.

To those observing, we wish you a renewing month ahead.

Ramadan Mubarak.

Family looks different for everyone.

It might be the people you live with, the ones you grew up with, the friends who feel like home, or the community that shows up when you need it most.

However you define family, today is a day to celebrate the connections that support us, lift us up, and help us belong.

Happy Family Day. 💛



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Valentine’s Day isn’t just about couples. It’s about connection in all the ways it shows up in our lives; friends who check in, families who cheer us on, neighbours who become familiar faces, and communities where everyone belongs.

At the Y, we see it every day: people showing up for themselves and for each other.

However you’re spending today, we hope you have a very happy Valentine's Day.



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Group fitness isn’t just a workout, it’s community in motion.

It’s people of all ages and abilities moving at their own pace, but never alone.

It’s progress measured not just in reps or minutes, but in confidence, connection, and consistency.

Learn more about group fitness ▶️ https://www.ymcaswo.ca/group-fitness-class-descriptions



[alt text - A woman seen from behind holds a bright green dumbbell in her right hand during a workout. She has her hair in a ponytail and is wearing a black athletic tank top. In the background, a large red YMCA logo is visible on the wall. Overlaid text reads, “No Pressure, Just Support. Group Fitness at the Y,” with the YMCA logo and “Shine On” in the bottom corner.]