Who We Are
The National Capital Region YMCA-YWCA is Ottawa’s leading resource for health, fitness and recreation, child care, camping and outdoor education, and social services.

The YMCA-YWCA:
  • Improves the health of individuals
  • Promotes child and youth development
  • Facilitates individual self-reliance
  • Develops healthier communities and vital neighbourhoods
Our four core values – caring, honesty, respect and responsibility – form the foundation of all Y programs. For over 140 years, the Y has been committed to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities.


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