YMCA Impact Stories
Jennifer Meyer Impact Story
Karen and Derek’s Story
Jeremy’s Y is Peace
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YMCA Impact Story: Hollis’ Y is Mental Health
Physical activity is something I have always enjoyed and prioritized throughout my life, so I was devastated when I became disabled a year ago. I…
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Bob’s Y is longevity / breathing
Approximately ten years ago, I was devasted when I was diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a terrible lung disease that obstructs your breathing and…
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Our Y is Stronger and Healthier Together
During COVID-19, the YMCA of Okanagan, had to close three Health, Fitness and Aquatics centres, lay off over 250 staff and pause many vital community programs…
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Shelby’s Y is Healing
Just over a year ago, I suffered a terrible injury that left me in constant pain and unable to work my physical job at the…
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VIDEO: Pauls Y is Energy
A year ago, my world was flipped upside down when my wife passed away unexpectedly due to complications from childbirth. Everyone was equally shocked and…
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VIDEO: Kim’s Y is Belonging
Growing up, my family suffered greatly at the hands of my abusive and alcoholic father. My mother was a smart woman who had to methodically…
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Kay’s Y is inspiration
Several years ago, my life changed dramatically. Within a short period of time, my father passed away and my aging mother’s health began to rapidly…
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Lois’ Y is Encouragement
My life turned upside down about two years ago when I received a startling diagnosis from my doctor – I was at serious risk for…
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YMCA Impact Story: Kiah’s Y is Wellbeing
Last year I embarked on an exciting adventure as I moved to the Yukon for work. Unfortunately, soon after I arrived, I found myself in…
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YMCA Impact Story: Nuge’s Y is Success
Dissatisfied and tired with working at entry level jobs, my motivation started to plummet and I had all but given up on my passion of…