YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick

✨Meet Jillian, our passionate LINC teacher at YMCA Newcomer Connections! From global service to local impact, she creates a space where newcomers feel seen, supported & empowered. 💛 📖 Read her Y Story: swnb.ymca.ca/jillianystory/ #YMCANewcomerConnections #YMCA

✨ Meet Zaman. In Nov 2023, he arrived in Saint John under the GAR Program. With support from our YMCA Newcomer Connections team, he’s thriving! “The Y helped me mentally, physically, and emotionally. They made me feel valued.” – Zaman Read his story: yswnb.com/YstoryZaman

Y Story: A single mother from Sudan overcame challenges to start fresh in Saint John. With YMCA Newcomer Connections, she found childcare and began English classes. Her story proves anything is possible with hope and community. 💬 Read more: yswnb.com/YstorySinglemo…

Early childhood educators nurture young minds, strengthen families, and build vibrant communities. Let’s recognize their crucial role, today and every day. ymca.ca/news/its-time-… #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECE #ELCC

👀 Take a look at this! 👀 This is an invitation from the Saint John Mayor to attend a kickoff event that was held 136 years ago today for the Fall and Winter session in 1888-1889. We're celebrating 170 years of community impact across Southwestern New Brunswick in 2024!

Did you know? $1.96 million funds were raised to support numerous programs & services in Southwestern New Brunswick, including funds for the new outdoor education Centre at the Glenn Carpenter Centre.🌎🌱 Join the Movement! Visit our website here: swnb.ymca.ca/camp/glenn-car…

In 2024, we're celebrating 170 years of the YMCA in Southwestern New Brunswick and as we near Thanksgiving, we wanted to celebrate how thankful we are for our wonderful staff! #ymcahistory #ymca #ymcacanada @ymca.canada #170 #throwbackthursday #tbt

“Delivering Hope, One Basket at a Time!🛒 Join our Y Home Delivery Program, where 1,091 food baskets have reached those in need. Let’s make a difference together!”🙌 Explore Y Home Delivery Program here: swnb.ymca.ca/community/y-ho…

Did you know? 17,300+ hours were donated by 539 volunteers across different Y programming. “Volunteer Heroes Unite! Join our incredible team, whether it’s mentoring, coaching, or organizing events, your time matters!” 🙌❤️ Explore our Volunteer here: swnb.ymca.ca/volunteer/

We're looking back at 170 years of community impact across Southwestern NB in 2024! Recreation programs & events have played a significant part of how we connect and support our community. What has been one of your favourite recreation programs at the Y?

Did you know? 232 youth between the ages of 13-30 developed leadership skills through different community programs at the Y. "Develop skills, build confidence, and shape your future. Let’s create positive change together!” 💪🙌 Visit our website here: swnb.ymca.ca/newcomer-conne…

Join us for a Community Luncheon on Oct 9, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM at Lily Lake Pavilion! 🎉 Celebrate 170 years of YMCA & Sisters of Charity. Tickets: $25. Info: yswnb.com/170Luncheon

Did you know? 270 children took part in the Rainbows program, a peer support group for children facing grief, loss & crisis. Let’s walk this journey together!”🌈Let's share this invitation with anyone who might benefit from our program! Visit our website swnb.ymca.ca

Did you know? 8,100 participants enjoyed Kinder Field at the Irving Oil Field House in 2023. Come play, connect, and create memories at the Irving Oil Field House!” Feel free to share this invitation with your friends and family! Visit our website here: swnb.ymca.ca/membership/fam…

new Y story! Mariia Sydorenko's journey at the YMCA highlights community support! Arriving in Jan '23, she overcame language barriers and now guides newcomers, helping 69 find jobs! "The Y gave me a new life," says Mariia. Celebrate her story! Read more: yswnb.com/YStoryMariia

Did you know that 3,076 individuals participated in community programming in Eastern Charlotte County in 2023 Calling all nature lover! Join us for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate the beauty of Eastern Charlotte County.🌄Visit our website here swnb.ymca.ca/community/east…

Theophile Youssi received support from Newcomer Pre-employment services at YMCA Newcomer Connections and was pleased working with Mariia Sydorenko. “Highly recommend to a newcomer. She listened to me and gave me a lot of hope," says Theophile. Here is story number (103/170)

Dora Nicinski has been volunteering with the YMCA for several years and was a First Friend volunteer with the Haidery family. "It's a wonderful thing to help others, and when you give, you get back," says Dora. Watch this Y Story: youtu.be/Z4bSyjf1FVg Story number (102/170)

Peter Ng joined the Skills Launch program at the Y and was placed to work at Britt's Pub "Peter is a very outgoing, team-oriented person who is more than willing to help any of the staff and so eager to learn," said Joshua Hogan Watch this Y Story youtu.be/xziN42FWUVU 101/170

Thi Minh Thu Vo, a Vietnamese newcomer, taught an International Cooking Class. When our organizer approached her, Thu was delighted to accept, declined any money for the ingredients and donated it to the YMCA. Her story: youtu.be/NDIgSXMJAIQ Y Story number 100/170