About Us
Every day across Northeastern Ontario, someone finds what they were looking for at the Y.
A child takes their first swimming lesson. A newcomer meets someone who speaks their language. A parent drops their toddler off knowing they’ll be cared for. A teenager finds a place to belong after school. A grandparent gets back into the pool after surgery.
We’ve been part of this region since 1936, when the Sudbury Y first opened its doors. Since then, we’ve grown alongside the communities we serve — into North Bay, Timmins, and John Island — meeting people wherever they are in life, in the communities they call home.
The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is a charity committed to helping individuals thrive in their communities through the power of connection and belonging.
— Our Purpose
Connection is the thread running through everything we do.
Our programs span every stage of life — early learning and child care, youth leadership, health and wellness, aquatics, employment support, newcomer settlement, and summers at camp that people remember for the rest of their lives.
They look different from one another. What they share is a belief that people do better when they’re connected to something: a coach, a classmate, a caregiver, a community.
Whatever brings you through our doors, you’ll find people ready to support you.
A thriving Northeastern Ontario built on resilience, connection, and collective empowerment.
— Our Vision
Our Values
These aren’t words on a wall. They’re the standard we hold ourselves to in every centre, every class, and every pool deck across the region.
Inclusiveness
We create welcoming spaces where everyone feels valued, safe, and that they belong.
Integrity
We act with honesty, accountability, and transparency in everything we do.
Kindness
We treat everyone with compassion, care, warmth, and understanding.
Respect
We honour the dignity, experiences, and perspectives of all individuals and communities.
Well-being
We support the physical, mental, and emotional health of individuals and communities.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children
The safety and well-being of children is our highest priority — and the clearest expression of the values above.
We are committed to safeguarding every child in our care by creating a secure, supportive, and respectful environment. Our staff and volunteers are trained to recognize and respond to concerns, and we take our Duty to Report seriously, acting promptly whenever a child’s safety may be at risk.
Through strong policies, ongoing training, and a culture of accountability, we work to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and protected.
A year in stories
2025-2026 Community Report
From a year of listening that’s shaping our next Strategic Plan to more than $278,000 raised through Fill the Bus, our 2025/2026 Community Report shows how we’re embracing change and inspiring possibility for the 15,210 people we served across Northeastern Ontario.
Our Senior Leadership Team
Meet the people guiding the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario. Our senior leadership team brings decades of experience in health, community development, child care, and nonprofit management — united by a shared commitment to the YMCA’s charitable purpose.
Our Board of Directors
The YMCA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of community leaders from across Northeastern Ontario. They bring their professional expertise and their local knowledge to guiding the organization’s direction, accountability, and long-term impact.
Our Strategic Plan
Foundations for the Future sets our direction for the next three years, with a focus on growing our support for those who need it most. Having served 33,400 people in 2025, we aim to welcome 3,000 more individuals and families across the region.
Our Partners & Funders
Our work is made possible by government partners, foundations, and community organizations who share our commitment to a healthier, more connected North. Together we reduce barriers, expand access, and create lasting impact for people across the region.
Our Supporters
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of our donors. Their support is what makes it possible to keep fees accessible, subsidize families who need it, and run the programs that change how someone’s year — or life — goes.
We are grateful for their belief in what we do.