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YMCA of Cape Breton Joins National ‘Shine On’ Campaign to Empower Local Community

Toronto – September 16, 2024 – Today, the YMCA launched its first-ever national advertising campaign to connect more people to its programs and shine a light on the Y’s charitable impact. Originally developed by the YMCA of Greater Toronto, the Shine On brand awareness campaign will now reach all markets across Canada.The campaign emphasizes the..

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New Sydney NSCC Campus to Offer Child Care

Province of Nova Scotia Press Release (April 29, 2024) With financial support from the Province, the new Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Sydney waterfront campus will include a child-care centre, making it a learning environment for all ages when it opens in September. An agreement between the YMCA of Cape Breton and NSCC will provide..

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Downtown Charlotte St. Renovations

Project Timeline- April 15th to September 2024 Dear Y Members, Volunteers and Staff, Starting from Monday, April 15th, a significant development will be taking place in our neighborhood. The Downtown Charlotte St. redevelopment project will commence, leading to the closure of Charlotte St. from Wentworth to Townsend St. for traffic. Here’s what you need to..

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Call for YMCA of Cape Breton Board Member – Volunteer Director

Posting date: March 11, 2024Closing date: March 29, 2024 The YMCA is seeking inspired community builders to join our Board of Directors team! The YMCA of Cape Breton is a charitable organization with a mission to connect and ignite the potential in people, helping them grow and give back to our communities. The YMCA has..

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