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YMCA of Northern AB - Edmonton @YMCAEdm

As part of the YMCA of Northern Alberta, we're helping to build healthy communities in Edmonton, AB. Join us!

Joined April 2009
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Thank you, @cspotweet for having our Chief Community Engagement Officer on @630CHED to discuss the results from @YMCA_Canada's recent loneliness survey. Hear more surprising statistics and how the Y serves as a vital community space at spoti.fi/3TBRIQC
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As conditions in Jasper have forced residents to evacuate, we're offering evacuees relocating to Edmonton free access to our four YMCA health, fitness and aquatics centres in the city. Visit ymcanab.ca/locations for locations and hours of operation. #jasper #jasperfire #yeg
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Oilers Foundation
 @Oil_Foundation
29 May 2024
🚨 JACKPOT DRAW TONIGHT 🚨 The total pot for this round of the Kids in Oil Country #Oilers Playoffs 50/50 has surpassed $3.25 million with the grand prize draw at 11pm! You could also win a Ford Maverick as well as other early-bird prizes today! 🎟 EdmontonOilers.com/5050tw
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We are extremely excited and grateful to be a beneficiary of the Western Conference Final 50/50 in support of Kids in Oil Country! Thank you so much to the @EdmontonOilers and @Oil_Foundation for partnering with us to ignite potential in youth in our community! #LetsGoOilers
Oilers Foundation
 @Oil_Foundation
23 May 2024
🗣CONFERENCE FINAL 50/50‼️ We're supporting Kids in Oil Country this round via @YMCAEdm, @MakeAWishNAB & the EOCF's Every Kid Deserves a Shot program! Today you could win one of four pairs of tickets to Game 4 vs. Dallas or $15,000 cash! 🎟 EdmontonOilers.com/5050tw
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Happy to host @R_Boissonnault and @MattJonesYYC to highlight the achievements in affordable child care—fees are now down to $15/day. It was very special to hear a YMCA Child Care parent share what affordable care has meant to her family. For many, it has been life-changing.
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On Nov 18, cycle for your community at #YRide! Create or join a team and spread the word to help us give YMCA experiences like swim lessons, day camps, memberships, leadership programs, mental health support and more to those who need it. ow.ly/tI1m50PVJ0C
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Enjoy this spin on the iconic party anthem, in collaboration with @WalkOffTheEarth. We’ve partnered with this incredible Canadian band to bring awareness to @YMCA_Canada’s new mental health program: Y Mind! Visit ymcanab.ca/YMind to learn more and sign-up ❤️🧠

Walk off the Earth
 @WalkOffTheEarth
28 Aug 2023
New cover alert! Check out our newest video covering this classic. Watch the full version here youtu.be/MrX_mmTMgeM?si=RatB…
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Now offering free access to Northwest Territories evacuees at YMCA's four health, fitness and aquatics centres in Edmonton. Visit ymcanab.ca/nwtfires for more info. #NWTWildFire #NWTFires #YEG #Evacuation
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YMCA Canada @YMCA_Canada
4 Aug 2023
The @YMCAEdm is partnering with @edmontonpolice & BGBC Clubs to offer DIVERSIONfirst, a program for at-risk youth to support them in staying out of the criminal justice system & seeing their future with a positive outlook. Details: ymcanab.ca/programs/learning… globalnews.ca/video/9876840/…
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Today, YMCA's Michael Peters spoke with @ShayeGanam about DIVERSIONfirst on @630Ched. This restorative justice program has seen youth complete over 227 hours of volunteer service this year. Full interview here: bit.ly/3Qs5owL #restorativejustice #yeg
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Thank you, Children and Family Services Minister @SearleTurton, for visiting Cantiro YMCA Child Care. We're excited to share how we can work together to strengthen Alberta’s child care sector for families in our communities. Learn more in this article from @globaledmonton:
Global Edmonton
 @GlobalEdmonton
28 Jul 2023
“We’re on track to hit the $15-a-day daycare point by the spring of 2024, and we’re definitely on track to hit our $10-a-day daycare by 2026." trib.al/8klxT1R
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We're excited about this step forward in child care workforce support! At the Y, we advocate for high-quality, affordable, flexible, inclusive early learning & child care with a strong, stable workforce. #Albertans #Canada #AffordableChildCare
GC Newsroom
 @NewsroomGC
13 Jul 2023
Federal, provincial and territorial ministers meet to advance shared priorities in early learning and child care, including the development of a multilateral workforce strategy ow.ly/caGS104O4C3
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Now offering free access to evacuees at Edmonton and Red Deer's YMCA Health & Wellness Facilities for showers and recreational use. Visit ymcanab.ca/abfires for more details. #ABfires #ABWildfire #yeg #reddeer #DraytonValley
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YMCA of Northern AB - Grande Prairie @YMCAGrPrairie
27 Apr 2023
Much like @YMCAGTA, our Y is balancing the demand for child care with a significant shortage of Early Childhood Educators. As western Canada's largest nonprofit child care provider, we know how critical child care is critical to our economy and to families in #alberta. #ableg
YMCA of Greater Toronto @YMCAGTA
27 Apr 2023
The Y's @jamisonsteeve joined @theagenda this week to discuss #EarlyChildhoodEducator workforce challenges. Watch the full interview here: bit.ly/SteeveOnTVO
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Thank you, Wood Buffalo Y Staff, for the important work you do in Alberta. For info about their impactful newcomer programs visit ymcanab.ca/newcomers To see YMCA Canada's statements on anti-racism visit ymca.ca/anti-racism #IDERD #IDERD2023

YMCA of Northern AB - Wood Buffalo @YMCAWoodBuffalo
21 Mar 2023
Thank you to the YMCA staff who lead the programs in our Newcomer Services. We recognize the reality of racism in our community and will continue to advocate for equal treatment in housing, employment, social services, and schools. #IDERD #IDERD2023
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Youth 12–17 and parents/caregivers are invited to attend this FREE event at Castle Downs Family YMCA focused on sharing resources and supports for teens and families in Edmonton. Visit ymcanab.ca/HUBYouthSummit to register. Contact infohub@ymcanab.ca for more info. #yegevents #yeg
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Of the 203 leadership positions in the YMCA of Northern Alberta, 166 are held by women. We are immeasurably proud of their excellent leadership in our organization and communities. #internationalwomensday #iwd2023
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Did you all get this emergency alert? It seems important 👀 ymcanab.ca/give #albertaemergencyalert #emergencyalert
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Questions about starting a fitness journey, exercises, equipment, personal training or general wellness? Our personal trainers are here to help. #ama #fitness #ymca
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Thank you, #GoC, @GovCanHealth, Minister @Carolyn_Bennett and Minister @MarciIen for recognizing the importance of mental health for our nation's young people. For youth in Alberta with mind–moderate anxiety, visit ymcanab.ca/ymind to learn more about this FREE resource.

GC Newsroom
 @NewsroomGC
10 Jan 2023
The #GoC is supporting the mental health of teens and youth by investing $6.9M in funding to @YMCA_Canada to reach those most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more: ow.ly/ya9J104pV2X
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