Erin Smith Honored with King Charles III Coronation Medal for Outstanding Community Service **Fredericton, NB – March 19, 2025** – The YMCA of Fredericton proudly announces that Erin Smith has been awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the community. The award ceremony took place at the YMCA of Fredericton, celebrating Erin’s dedication to service and leadership. Nominated by the YMCA of Fredericton, Erin Smith has made a profound impact through her role as YMCA Board Chair, championing initiatives that strengthen community engagement and inclusivity. Her advocacy extends beyond the YMCA, as she actively supports women in the field of engineering, advances reconciliation efforts with Indigenous Canadians, and plays a significant role in the Meals on Wheels program through her employer, Dillon Consulting. This year marks a historic milestone for Dillon Consulting, as the organization proudly served its 1,000,000,000th meal through the Meals on Wheels initiative. Erin’s dedication to this program has helped provide essential nutrition and support to countless individuals in need. “Erin’s unwavering commitment to service embodies the spirit of the King Charles III Coronation Medal,” said Darcy Delaney, President and CEO of the YMCA of Fredericton. “Her leadership, passion, and tireless efforts continue to inspire and uplift our community. We are proud to see her recognized for her incredible contributions.” The King Charles III Coronation Medal is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to public service and community betterment. Erin Smith’s recognition highlights the vital role of volunteerism and advocacy in building stronger, more inclusive communities. For more information about Erin Smith’s achievements and the YMCA of Fredericton’s community programs, please contact: Darcy Delaney President and CEO YMCA of Fredericton To learn more about Erin, read her Y Impact Story here!  To apply to become a member of the Board of Directors, visit us online here. 

JOIN OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS!Are you interested in making a significant contribution to the success of the Fredericton YMCA? Do you want to expand your network?The Fredericton YMCA is currently seeking strong leaders within our community to become members of our Board of Directors for 2025/2026. To apply, visit us online here. 

Mark Your Calendars for March March 1: Start of new membership promo Start of new monthly fitness challenge March 3 – 8: March Break (Registered Programs will not run over the March Break. Please check Open Gym Schedule and Pool Schedule for scheduling changes.) March 15: Junior Leader information session 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meeting in Singhal Room, 2nd floor. March 19: YGAP Webinar at 2:00 p.m. March 21: Spring Program Registration starts at 7:00 a.m. ONLINE March 26: Registration for Summer Day Camps starts at 7:00 a.m. ONLINE. March 30: Last day of Winter Term Registered Programs