Heart of the City Co-chairs, Ace Burpee and Kristie Pearson, outside the historic Downtown Y

Y Winnipeg Unveils Volunteer Cabinet Team for $15M Heart of the City Capital Campaign for Downtown Y

YWinnipeg is thrilled to announce the Campaign Cabinet Team who will spearhead the $15 Million Heart of the City Capital Campaign in support of the redevelopment of the Downtown YMCA-YWCA. 

Latest News & Updates

17 articles
Personal Y Stories
Mental Health
[Image] Michelle at the Downtown Y with a staff person

Mental Wellness Makes a World of Difference

Michelle has struggled with anxiety in the past and recently completed Y Mind; a mental wellness program for teens and youth. She says Y Mind has made a world of difference.
Apr 12, 2024
Personal Y Stories
Kids, Teens & Youth
[Image] Bowman siblings stand with Y fitness instructor, Hayley

Growing up Y

Only three years apart, siblings Natalia and Lucy Bowman have been coming to the Y since they were infants. Their family membership was used often, and they continue working out at the Y as teens.
Jan 30, 2024
Personal Y Stories
[Image] Kendra, member, using EGYM Smart Strength Circuit

That's Y

When gyms and yoga centres closed during the pandemic, Kendra decided to try outdoor running. She started slowly and worked her way up to a 5K run, then a 10K race, and then a full marathon.
Jan 30, 2024
Personal Y Stories
Family
Alisa's kids singing "YMCA" in the car

Generations of Healthy Memories

The Y has been part of Alisa’s family for as long as she can remember. Her parents went to the Y as kids, took Alisa as a child, and continue to enjoy the Y and watch their grandkids do the same.
Jan 15, 2024
Photo of the Fekiri family of seven at the Downtown Y

Discover Stories of Impact

Discover what people are saying about the impact that Y Winnipeg has had on their health, their confidence, their families and their lives. Read their Y stories and see how the Y helps Winnipeggers Shine On.