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YMCA Peace Week is next week!
From November 16-23, in communities across Canada, YMCAs celebrate YMCA Peace Week by offering activities for people of all ages to explore peace from a personal, local and global perspective. Mark your calendar to join us for many peace activities and events!
YMCA Community Breakfast for PeaceThursday, November 21 Considered to be the inspirational highlight of YMCA Peace Week, the YMCA Community Breakfast for Peace honours Oakville peacemakers who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to building and promoting peace by awarding them a YMCA Peace Medallion. Tickets are already 80% sold out!
You won't want to miss this inspiring event -- get your tickets today! $20 per person or $180 per table.
 Keynote Speaker: Cheryl Perera
We're excited to welcome Cheryl Perera, the founder and president of OneChild, as our keynote speaker for our peace breakfast! Cheryl's extraordinary contributions to protect children and her high innovation, achievement, and leadership have earned her honours such as the World of Children Founder's Award, and distinguished her as one of Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100, and Canada's Top 20 Under 20.
Sponsorship opportunities still available!
Align your business or company with one of Oakville's most inspiring community events. Contact Heather Anderson at 905-845-5597, ext. 317 for details.
More YMCA Peace Week activities
YMCA Candlelight Walk for PeaceMonday, November 18 6:45 - 8:30 pmBring your whole family and join us for our 2nd annual candlelight walk for peace in honour of YMCA Peace Week!  Yoga for PeaceNovember 19 and 21 10:30 - 11:15 amYoga for Peace will give you the chance to try some basic yoga postures with a focus on peaceful movements and creating positive energy. All ages welcome! Peace Rocks! Battle of the BandsSaturday, November 234:30 - 10:00 pmSubmit your virtual audition by Mon. Nov. 18. All forms of music accepted! For complete details and an entry form, visit Peace Rocks! For complete details on all of our YMCA Peace Week activities, click here. |
We have space in junior and school-age child care programs!
We currently have space in some of our junior and school-age child care programs in  Oakville. If you're looking for toddler and preschool child care, we can provide your child with a safe and nurturing environment. Our curriculum is designed to help children learn through creative play and aligns with full day kindergarten benchmarks. Our before and after school programs provide school-age children with a safe, supervised and active experience that fosters social skills and develops a sense of community.
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Gifts of health
This holiday season, give a gift of health!
Our YMCA gifts of health are back for the holiday season, and this year, we've added some great new gift options.
NEW! YMCA Holiday Packages*
Child & youth holiday package -- Just $49 ($75 value)
- One-month child membership
- 2 guest day passes
- YMCA bag and water bottle
Family holiday package -- Just $59 ($105 value)
- 10 family swim passes
- 5 family day passes
- YMCA backpack
Adult Holiday Package -- Just $59 ($105 value)
- One-month adult membership
- 2 guest day passes
- YMCA gym bag
- $25 one-month Membership Plus upgrade
- $10 cafe card
Gift certificates also available!
We also have gift certificates of $10 and up that can be used towards any YMCA program or service including personal training, registered programs, swim lessons, children's camps and more!
Visit the Membership Services desk today to order.
*holiday package cost does not include tax (where applicable).
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Brunch with Santa
Jingle jingle... Santa is coming to the Y!
Sunday, December 8
Morning session: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Afternoon session: 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Children 3-10 years will enjoy two hours of holiday crafts, games and activities, entertainment by Elfie (Santa's little helper) and a visit from Santa.
This is a kids only event, so while your children enjoy the brunch, you've got two whole hours for shopping, gift wrapping or time just for you. The brunch includes fruit, juice and a yummy sweet treat. Cost: $20/child with limited spaces! Proceeds support the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. Register early - spots go fast! Online registration or at Membership Services.
Santa Claus Parade
Watch out for the YMCA of Oakville float this Saturday in the 65th Oakville Santa Claus Parade. Give our staff and volunteers a wave and we'll give you a sweet treat.
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Earn up to 75 bonus AIR MILES® reward miles!
From November 1-30, make being active even more rewarding by visiting the  YMCA: 50 Bonus reward miles
If you haven't joined the Y yet, now is the perfect time! Visit us today, sign up for a membership and automatically received 50 bonus AIR MILES® reward miles! Simply reference the Offer Code: ACQ50NOV when you're signing up to get the welcome bonus!
25 bonus reward miles
Earn another 25 bonus AIR MILES® reward miles when you register your AIR MILES Collector Number with your YMCA Membership Number!
Sign up today!
For complete details, click here.
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November running clinics
Run your way into shape!
 5K Running Clinic (16+ years) All levels are welcome whether you are new to running, returning to running or an avid runner! You will be provided with a six-week training schedule at the start of the clinic. Goal race: The Resolution Run on December 31, 2013. Nov. 23-Dec. 28, 2013 Wed. 7:00-8:00 p.m. / Sat. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Half Marathon Clinic (16+ years) Go the distance and succeed. You will be provided with a training program to suit training base, fitness and race goals. Access to clinic leaders via email and two group running days are all included! Goal race: The Chilly Half Marathon on March 2, 2014.
Nov. 16, 2013-Mar. 4, 2014
Wed. 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Sat. 8:00-10:00 a.m.
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Volunteer Advisory Committee
Join us and make a difference!
Want to make a difference and have some fun too? Join our Volunteer Advisory Committee where you can help promote the development and value of volunteerism at the YMCA of Oakville.
Working with staff, the committee helps volunteers to feel more welcomed, safe and included as a YMCA team member. In 2012, the volunteer survey scores increased from 88% satisfaction to 99%. Almost all respondents (97%) stated that they would definitely or probably recommend the YMCA as a good place to volunteer.
If you, or someone you know is interested in this opportunity, please contact Tammy Smith, Supervisor Staff and Volunteer Development at 905-845-5597 ext. 230 or email at volunteer@oakville.ymca.ca.
Membership Advisory Committee
Do you have ideas on how we can improve YMCA member experience? Share them and consider joining our Membership Advisory Committee.
As a Membership Advisory Committee member, you will participate by:
- Giving advice and feedback on the operation of the facility from a member's perspective
- Bring forward member and participant comments and reviews
- Provide insight and feedback on operational strategies, such as programs and services and YMCA of Oakville initiatives.
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YMCA of Oakville
410 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario L6K 1K7
905-845-3417, ymcaofoakville.org
Charitable Registration # 11906 4400 RR0001
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Mission: The YMCA of Oakville is a charity that strengthens community in spirit, mind and body.
Vision: The YMCA of Oakville will be at the forefront of positive change in the health and well-being of our community.
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