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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Municipalities of Bruce and Grey Counties sit on the traditional territory of the Anishnabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. We give thanks to them, and to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Neyaashiinigmiing, as the traditional keepers of this land and water, and we also recognize the traditional homeland of the Metis Nation.
Welcome to YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce
Building Healthy Communities
Serving our community since 1877, the YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce enriches the lives of people of all ages. We do this by offering programs and services that benefit all members of our community in every aspect of health and wellness.
Healthier & Stronger Together
Building a strong community, one person at a time.
Housing
Employment
One of our Employment Advisors can help you find meaningful employment in your community.
Settlement Services
We can support you in effectively settling, integrating, and calling Grey-Bruce your home.
Make An Appointment
Staff travel throughout the region and are available to assist you in person, by phone, email or online.
Our Facility
Program Schedule
Swim Lessons
Our community needs the YMCA, and the YMCA needs our community
Every gift—no matter how big or small—helps create a real impact in the lives of children, youth, adults, and families in communities across Grey-Bruce. Your generosity can change lives.
“Thank you to all those who have donated in the past and continue to donate today. Your generosity has made an important impact in someone’s life”
Gayle Graham
CEO (retired after 43 years), YMCA of OSGB
Why Donate?
Statistics show that many local people simply do not have the financial means to access health and fitness programs which would greatly benefit their overall well-being. Thanks to the generous support of our donors, together we’re able to provide individuals and families with access to solutions so that they can overcome challenges.
Financial assistance
One in seven YMCA members need financial assistance to access your Y. Twenty percent of Owen Sound and Chatsworth residents belong to a low-income household.
Community health
Interconnected issues that go along with low income include health problems, mental illness and addiction, social isolation, difficulty accessing resources and more.
Striving for change
The YMCA has multiple programs and services that directly combat these serious issues within our communities and we know our efforts can shift the course of the lives around us.
What our community has to say
Hear from members, parents, partners and friends on how the YMCA has improved their life.
“Well done YMCA for taking every step to ensure that our experience is COVID-friendly, safe, and fun. A big shout out to the Welcome staff, cleaning staff and the Aquatics team who have gone above and beyond to be responsive and caring to the member’s fitness and safety needs. Glad to have the Y in my life again.”
