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An important update regarding pool operations during the Orange Phase of the Provincial Recovery Plan.

Following this afternoon’s announcement by the Government of New Brunswick, the Fredericton Region (Zone 3) is transitioning to the Orange Phase of the Provincial Recovery Plan as of midnight tonight, November 26, 2020. The YMCA of Fredericton will remain open with a revised operational plan to keep our members, staff and community as safe and healthy as possible.

YMCA Peace Week is a time when we celebrate the presence of peace in our communities, and reflect on the peace-building work that happens all year round, both inside and outside the YMCA. The Peace Medallion was developed in 1987 by the International Committee at the YMCA of Fredericton and has since been adopted by YMCAs across Canada. As part of YMCA Peace week, YMCAs across Canada present the YMCA Peace Medallion to individuals or to a group, who, without any special resources, status, wealth or position, demonstrate a commitment to the values of PEACE through contributions made within their local, national or global community. This year, the YMCA of Fredericton is pleased to announce that the recipient of the YMCA Peace Medallion is Corinne Saunders Hersey.

As of Friday, October 9, 2020, the Government of New Brunswick has made mask wearing mandatory in all indoor public spaces. Members are now asked to wear a mask while inside our facility. Members are not expected to wear masks while actively engaged in exercise. We ask that members wear a mask when entering and leaving the facility, in hallways/stairwells, in the change rooms, while entering and leaving group fitness classes, etc. We ask that members keep their mask with them at all times. Please note, the YMCA will not be providing masks. We ask that you remain patient with our staff and other members as we all navigate the new regulations.

Dear YMCA Members,   As we continue with our phased approach to re-opening your YMCA, we are happy to announce that we are extending our evening weekday hours to 9:00 p.m., effective Monday, July 6.  We are thrilled to see so many members enjoying the facility in the evenings, while continuing to adhere to Public Health Guidelines. 

The YMCA of Fredericton is launching a 50/50 fundraiser, raising resources to give children, adults, seniors, and families access to YMCA programs and services that will enable them to learn, grow and reach their full potential. Tickets are available for $2 each and can be purchased through the following website: www.ymca5050.com.

The YMCA of Fredericton will be hosting a Virtual Annual General Meeting on June 22nd at 7 pm. For members who wish to attend please RSVP to info@ymcafredericton.org by June 17.

We are excited to have our YMCA re-open and welcome you back! The YMCA Wellness Centre at 570 York Street will open Monday, June 8, 2020 at 6am. Group Fitness classes will resume with a modified schedule on June 9. Our pool is scheduled to re-open on June 15.

We are very excited to welcome you back to the Fredericton YMCA on Monday, June 8! Please note that before you come in, you will need a face mask to enter and travel through the building. You will also pass through a screening station where you will answer 3 COVID-19 related questions and have your temperature taken. Once you're inside, we ask that you respect physical distancing as much as possible.