YMCA Financial Assistance
At the YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce, we believe that health, connection, and belonging should be within everyone’s reach. As a local charity, our mission is to ensure that cost is never a barrier to participating in YMCA programs and services.
YMCA Strong Communities Fund
Our Strong Communities Fund helps make YMCA membership accessible to individuals and families in financial need by subsidizing membership fees. Eligible members pay a reduced rate based on their financial situation, while the remaining portion is supported through generous donations from our community.
Thanks to the support of donors, individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy the benefits of YMCA health, fitness and aquatics programs.
How to Apply for YMCA Financial Assistance
Applying for YMCA Financial Assistance is simple and confidential.
3. Once approved, you’ll be invited to set up your membership which will require your initial payment and a void cheque to begin your YMCA journey!
Required Documents
To apply for YMCA Financial Assistance, please bring the following:
- Government-issued photo ID
- Void cheque or pre-authorized payment form
- Proof of total monthly household income (e.g. recent pay stubs, ODSP, EI, CPP, OAS, Canada Child Benefit, WSIB, Child Support, Alimony, Rental or Business Income, Self-Employment Income)
- Most recent Canada Child Benefit statement
If your family does not receive the Canada Child Benefit, please provide your most recent Notice of Assessment for all adults contributing to household income.
Child Care Subsidy
No parent should have to struggle to ensure their child is safe and cared for while they can’t be with them.
Subsidized child care spaces are available at each of the YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce Child Care locations. Subsidy is provided to eligible families through Grey and Bruce County Children’s Services. Please contact Children’s Services in your county to discuss eligibility and apply for support.
Region
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Bruce County
Grey County
Day Camp Subsidy
- The camp fee you pay is based on your daily approved rate
- You can apply for this subsidy by contacting:
Region
Contact
Bruce County
Grey County
- County subsidy does not cover the additional fee applicable on specialty days.
If you reside in Grey County, you may qualify for Grey County Social Initiatives funding.
Camp Presqu’ile Subsidy
- Photo ID
- Most recent T1 General Tax Return for all household members OR, most recent months’ pay/fixed income stub(s)
- Most recent Canada Child Benefit/Ontario Child Benefit statement
Grey County Social Initiatives Fund (Recreational Programs)
This program is funded in part by the County of Grey
Eligibility
Reside in Grey County
Family earnings of less than $70,000.00
Have children under the age of 18 residing with you on a regular basis
Subsidy
Through the Grey County Social Initiatives Funding program, eligible residents may request subsidy for recreation activities (sports, art, music or drama programs, swimming lessons, camps, and fitness memberships). Please apply for Recreation Subsidy well in advance. Depending on available funds, the maximum subsidy available is:
Subsidy
Eligibility
How to Apply
Download and complete the Grey County Social Initiatives Funding application
Bring the form and required documents to our Welcome Desk (700 10th Street East, Owen Sound), or email them to socialinitiatives@osgb.ymca.ca
Our team will contact you once the application has been reviewed