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Youth enjoying at a campfire at Camp Chief Hector

YMCA Calgary Invites Alumni to Rediscover the Magic of Camp at Inaugural Homecoming Event

CALGARY, ALTA.— YMCA Calgary is excited to announce a first-of-its-kind ‘return to outdoor camp’ experience for alumni and families from across the province this fall. Homecoming will invite campers at every age and stage to enjoy a day of nostalgia at Camp Chief Hector on September 21, 2024.

Mukinderpal Uppal smiles in front of a black gym mat background

Y Story: Mukinderpal Uppal

Meet Mukinderpal Uppal (81), an inspiring benefactor devoted to uplifting the community through compassion, leadership development, and the promotion of health and wellness for individuals and families.

Valued Board Member at YMCA Calgary, Kristine Robidoux

Y Story: Kristine Robidoux

As a defense lawyer for young people in the 1990s, Kristine Robidoux worked hard at diverting kids who were in trouble with the law toward solutions other than incarceration.

YMCA Calgary to Reduce Water Use Without Impacting Programs

Updated as of: August 26, 2024 at 3:15 PM MST

Wesley, the lifeguard, stands in front of a green wall with a smile on his face

Y Story: Wesley

"One of the best jobs out there" - Wesley's Journey as a YMCA Lifeguard

Y Story: Jacy Volk

Meet Jacy Volk, dedicated Team UP donor and staff member at YMCA Calgary. Jacy has been investing in Calgary’s future leaders as a Childcare Educator at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton since 2019.