Here for our community and members during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is without precedent in the modern age. The lives of British Columbians’ changed dramatically in a very short period of time, and we are facing a world
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Making Progress: Coquitlam Continues Building During COVID-19
We were happy to see construction of the new Coquitlam YMCA begin in February 2020. And although we can't come together to celebrate the official groundbreaking due to Covid-19, construction
Proposed Surrey City Centre YMCA Not Proceeding
The What Really Matters phased capital plan has included building four new YMCA centres in Chilliwack (complete), Coquitlam (under construction), Vancouver South (rezoning nearing completion) and Surrey (preliminary planning). As
Helping Community Right Now During Covid-19
The YMCA is a cornerstone of community support, responding to current community needs with vital and accessible programs and services. The COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t change that. In response to the
Volunteer Profile: Meet Bill Tam
Bill Tam is known around town as an expert in the technology sector. He is also a person who cares about community. Bill is volunteering for the YMCA What Really
The YMCA—A Place to Play, Grow and Connect in the City
Coquitlam is an up and coming place to live. It is a vibrant, regional centre in the Lower Mainland and currently home to just under 140,000 people. The City is
City Council Approves New Coquitlam YMCA
December 9, 2019, was a historic day for the community of Coquitlam. After 2,624 days, the Coquitlam City Council formally approved the final project plan for a new YMCA for
Ravinder Maan’s Story: Finding a Safe Space to Recover
In 2013, Ravinder Maan was in a bad car accident. She had herniated a disk in her back and, coupled with feelings of loneliness and depression, she faced a difficult