The YMCA of Okanagan’s popular Healthy Kids Day event has been canceled. 

“For the past 15 years, the YMCA of Okanagan has proudly hosted the largest Healthy Kids Day in Canada, seeing thousands of children and families each year attend the half-day carnival-style event,” said Sharon Peterson, YMCA CEO.

“Cancelling our event, normally held next month, is the right decision in ensuring the health and safety of our community members during the COVID crisis.”

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According to organizers, the event will see some changes in the coming years, to align with other YMCA’s across North America that host Healthy Kids Day on smaller scales. 

“We are shifting the event to take place within the Kelowna Family Y, with a focus on educating families on healthy child development and to provide them with the resources and expertise needed to live healthy every day,” explained Peterson.

“The Y models and incorporates healthy practices into its programs and activities for children and youth year round and we plan to showcase those in a fun and engaging way at Healthy Kids Day 2021.”

The Y is also inviting parents to visit their website to access daily live play time activities, crafts and story time for your children, as well as a library of exercise classes to help stay active while sheltering at home.