The McDonald Family YMCA
As the King-Spadina neighbourhood ballooned, growing thirty-fold since 1996, the City of Toronto identified a shortage of healthy infrastructure to support this dense community.
The new McDonald Family Y will help fill this gap, co-locating relevant programs for easy access all under one roof.
Bringing Essential Services to our Dense Downtown Community
Watch to learn about the critical programs and services this new Y will deliver to meet urgent needs.
Neighbourhood Needs
52%
of households are individuals
living alone
28%
of residents are 20
to 28 years old
17%
fall below the
low-income measure
86%
live in high-rises
Programs & Supports
New YMCAs bring our vital programs to underserved neighbourhoods where they are needed most. With support from our generous donors, the new McDonald Family YMCA will empower community members with programs including...
The YMCA Youth Leadership Development Program helps young people build the skills they need to succeed in school, work, and life. They develop their leadership potential, build a network of new friends and adult allies, and take on leadership roles within their community.
YMCA Newcomer & Refugee Youth Groups support young newcomers on their settlement journey. After fleeing war, violence, and other challenging circumstances, youth can find support and community in these groups as well as opportunities to improve their language skills, build a support network, learn about Canadian culture, and get involved in the community.
YMCA Teen Nights are youth-led and adult supported opportunities for youth to enjoy the Y for free. As they become active, meet positive role models, make new friends, volunteer, and more, youth discover the sense of community and inclusion they otherwise risk finding in gang membership and participation in risky behaviours, like substance use.
Day camps help youth make healthy connections, develop vital skills, and cultivate confidence. They get to participate in programs and activities designed to build self-esteem, teach leadership and teamwork skills, and realize their true potential, all while making lasting friendships.
Your donation will help bring the new McDonald Family YMCA to life, giving thousands of people access to the essential services they need to thrive. To make your gift today, please contact:
Tony diCosmo, Vice President, Campaign Giving
Tony.diCosmo@YMCAGTA.ORG
416-305-2792