YMCA of
Greater Halifax/Dartmouth Program Guide
May – December 2018
YMCA Events & Initiatives Join us in celebrating annual YMCA events and initiatives! Visit our website for up to date event information.
Let’s celebrate! SAVE THE DATE 164thAnnual General Meeting/Volunteer Recognition Event – May 3rd
Our Locations
YMCA Healthy Kids Day Event – June 2nd Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon Race Weekend – May 18th -21st Peace Week – November 18th – 24th
YMCA ASSOCIATION SERVICES Contact: Unit 306 - 5670 Spring Garden Road Halifax, NS B3J 1H6 (T): (902) 423-9709 (F): (902) 425-3180
YMCA PURDY’S WHARF CHILD CARE CENTRE Centre Hours:
YMCA EMPLOYMENT CENTRE OF HALIFAX
Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Contact: 2269 Gottingen Street Halifax, NS, B3K 3B7 (T): (902) 425-3464 (F): (902) 425-3120
COMMUNITY YMCA Contact: 2269 Gottingen Street Halifax, NS B3K 3B7 (T): (902) 422-9622 (F): (902) 423-8530
Contact: 1969 Upper Water Street Purdy’s Wharf Tower II – Suite 207 Halifax, NS, B3J 3R7 (T): (902) 492-3622
Contents Building healthier communities through the power of belonging
Centre Hours: Centre Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
BIG COVE YMCA CAMP
YMCA EMPLOYMENT CENTRE OF DARTMOUTH
For those who believe that a successful community must be an
Centre Hours: inclusive community, the YMCA is a powerful association of people Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Contact: Saturdays, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm joined together by a shared passion to foster a sense of belonging Spring, Summer and Fall Contact: *Hours may vary pending Centre programming Big Cove YMCA Camp for all. The YMCA ensures that each individual has access to the Dartmouth Shopping Centre 119 Big Cove Road, RR#1 Thorburn 118 Wyse Road – Unit 14 essentials needed to learn, grow, and thrive. Pictou County, NS, B0K 1W0 Dartmouth, NS, B3A 1N7 (T): (902) 922-2224 (T): (902) 461-2513 Though the world may be unpredictable, the YMCA remains a (F): (902) 461-4622 Winter Season constant: dedicated to building healthy, strong, and connected Big Cove YMCA Camp Administration Contact: Centre Hours: 2269 Gottingen Street 104 - 7071 Bayers Road communities where everyone belongs. Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Halifax, NS, B3L 2C2 Halifax, NS, B3K 3B7 (T): (902) 425-9622 (T): (902) 457-9622 Come become a part of the Original Social Network. (F): (902) 422-2469 (F): (902) 457-0386 Charitable Charitable Registration Registration Number Number 00000000 00000000
YMCA CENTRE FOR IMMIGRANT PROGRAMS
Centre Hours: Centre Hours: Administration Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm *Hours may vary pending Centre programming
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Camps
Child Care
SUMMER DAY CAMP C Y
Spend your summer with the YMCA! Summer Day Camp is offered July through August and is an exciting camp program like no other. At YMCA Summer Day Camp kids ages 5 – 12 participate in weekly themed activities that get kids moving all while promoting leadership and positive connections with community.
BIG COVE YMCA CAMP OUTDOOR CENTRE
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Strengthen your team at our Outdoor Centre! During the months of May, June, September and October, Big Cove YMCA Camp hosts the Big Cove Outdoor Centre which provides outdoor education programs for schools, community organizations and corporate groups that foster confidence, teamwork, skill building and environmental awareness. Up to 120 individuals may be accommodated at any time and customized programs are available pending group size and interest.
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PANTHERS BASKETBALL C Y
We believe in carrying the books and the ball. Panthers Basketball is an extensive YMCA basketball program for children and youth ages 5 – 16 who are interested in skills development, teamwork, and a recreational and/or competitive basketball program. Our Panthers basketball girl/boy divisions include: Little Dribblers (ages 5-7), Junior Mini (ages 7-9), Mini (ages 9-11), Bantam (ages 12-13), and Midget (ages 13-14).
YMCA PHYSICAL HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT (YPHD) C Y
Will you be the next NBA All-Star? Junior NBA is an entry level YMCA Basketball Program providing children ages 5-7 with skills development (fundamentals) and training, weekly practices, and age-appropriate games in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Junior NBA curriculum has been developed by NBA Basketball Operations and experts in the child development and physical literacy fields.
A healthy and fun alternative to after school care! YPHD is a program for children in primary to grade 6 offered at six schools in Halifax and designed to increase physical activity levels of children before school, during lunch and after school. YPHD offers families a healthy alternative for care in a fun, inclusive and physical environment.
YMCA BOOT CAMP Y A S
The YMCA’s Summer Day Camps are exciting environments for campers to meet new friends and participate in a variety of fun-filled activities. Parents will see their children build confidence and learn skills thatwill last a lifetime.
YMCA Abilities in Motion (AIM) is a fully accessible and inclusive program that provides a supportive environment for those with mobility concerns who wish to pursue fitness as a means of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and as part of their rehabilitation efforts. AIM is in partnership with the Nova Scotia Health Authority and operates out of the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre Physiotherapy Gym.
YMCA Purdy’s Wharf Child Care Centre is a licensed YMCA Child Care Centre offering unique priority to families who are employed by tenants of the Purdy’s Wharf Office Complex that provides quality, inclusive care for families with children ages 3 months to 5 years. YMCA Purdy’s Wharf Child Care Centre implements national YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum and offers the following programs to families: Infant Care (3 – 18 mos), Toddler Care (18 mos – 2 yrs), Romper Care (2 – 3 yrs), Junior Preschool Care (3 – 4 yrs), and Senior Preschool (4 – 5 yrs).
Health & Fitness
SUMMER DAY CAMPS
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Increase your flexibility and energy levels with fun, basic fitness classes for men and women over 55. Classes are set to lively music and incorporate lowimpact movements that are gentle on the joints and spine and are held in many convenient locations throughout HRM.
Get familiar with Microsoft Word. This one day workshop will teach you how to open, close, save and print documents. Participants will also learn the process of document formatting such as: font formatting, paragraphs, alignments, tabs, indenting, page numbering, and more!
ABILITIES IN MOTION (AIM) A S
BIG COVE YMCA CAMP C Y
There’s something for everyone at Big Cove! Known as the oldest residential camp in Canada, Big Cove YMCA Camp offers programming for children ages 6 – 17 designed for personal growth, leadership and promoting co-operation, which includes canoeing, arts and crafts, earth education to archery. Big Cove Campers come from all over Canada and around the globe to soak up the experience that lasts a lifetime. Big Cove YMCA Camp provides the following age appropriate program options: Little Big Cove (6-12), Junior (7-11), Senior (12-15) and Leadership (15-17).
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Burn calories and gain lean muscle mass in this intense full body workout. YMCA Boot Camp is a YMCA group fitness program for individuals 14 years and older who are interested in taking their fitness goals to a new level. YMCA Boot Camp focuses on power, strength and agility through high intensity interval training, strength training and cardiovascular endurance.
YMCA YOGA Y A S
Revive your day and stretch it out at YMCA Yoga, a group fitness class for Yogi’s and Yogini’s ages 14 and up who are interested in physical activity with a therapeutic focus. YMCA Yoga uses classic postures and poses, and focuses on breath-work for development of a quiet mind geared towards ultimate relaxation.
YMCA GROUP FITNESS CLASSES Y A S
Increase your metabolism, build lean muscle mass or burn fat. Our YMCA Group Fitness Programs are for individuals ages 14 and up who are focused on increasing their health and well-being through strength training and cardiovascular workouts. YMCA Group Fitness Classes incorporate a variety of aerobic and strength training exercises. Visit the YMCA website for classes and locations.
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Community YMCA SENIOR SNOW REMOVAL A S
All seniors should have the ability to come and go as they please. YMCA Senior Snow Removal is a YMCA Program in partnership with Halifax Regional Municipality which provides a subsidized snow removal service for seniors and persons with disabilities for safe access to areas which are the responsibility of the Municipality. The YMCA oversees all payments directly to the contractor and will ensure clearing of the following areas: front and back steps, walkways, ramps and access to fuel tanks.
YCAN (YMCA COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK) Y
The YMCA Community Action Network (YCAN) has officially launched and we’re recruiting youth participants (aged 15- 30). This initiative is a national project focused on community need, plan, and implement a community service project! This is a great way for young adults to gain opportunity in obtaining volunteer service hours, increase employability with enhanced personal and professional skills, build community connections and increase civic engagement.
KEYBOARDING A S
Build your typing skills at our self-directed workshop! Keyboarding enables participants to learn how to touch type, improve accuracy and speed when using the keyboard.
Education & Training JUNIOR LEADERS Y
YMCA Junior Leaders is an exciting eight week YMCA program offered to youth ages 12 – 15 who are interested in leadership skills development and volunteer opportunities within the YMCA. Program components include: travel and out trips, educational workshops, leadership within YMCA Day Camps, career consideration and job search skills, and the development of program curriculum to be implemented by YMCA Junior Leaders.
SUMMER WORK STUDENT EXCHANGE Y
Experience a summer packed with adventure! The YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange is a unique national exchange program that brings together youth from various communities across the country. Participating youth ages 16 – 17, have the opportunity to improve their second official language skills and gain important employment experience through a work placement while on their exchange.
Employment BASIC ORIENTATION A S
Attend a short orientation session to learn about the programs and services offered at our YMCA Employment Centres. Basic Orientation is required for anyone who desires to meet with a YMCA Career Practitioner.
COMPUTER SKILLS DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS A S
Let us introduce you to computer basics. Introduction to Computers is a full one day workshop to explore and become familiar with the computer. This workshop is designed for those who are new to the computer or those who want to learn more about the basic operating system. Topics covered include Windows, opening, closing and saving documents, and using the Internet.
INTERNET & E-MAIL A S
Surf the web to find your dream job! Learn how to use the internet for job search and apply for jobs through e-mail platforms.
JOB SEARCH SKILLS DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS CAREER CRUISING/LABOUR MARKET INFORMATION A S
Let us point you in the right direction. Our Career Cruising/Labour Market workshop explores how your skills, interests, education and experience will be a perfect match for the right career.
DIRECTIONS A S
Unemployed and looking for a career? This fun-filled yet intriguing one day workshop is designed to help you start the process of developing a clear career action plan.
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Our Resumé Development & Cover Letter workshop takes participants through the process of analyzing, critiquing and developing their resumés. The second half of the workshop addresses the creation of a cover letter as a supplement to your resumé.
JOB SEARCH & NETWORKING A S
Our Job Search & Networking workshop assists participants in answering the question “where are the jobs?” The workshop will also address ways to develop and expand your job search network.
INTERVIEW SKILLS A S
Prepare yourself for the next interview by learning the do’s and don’ts of job interviews and understanding how to address difficult interview questions.
SOCIAL MEDIA A S
Become social media savvy with the Y! This workshop focuses on three key social media sites – Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Through this interactive workshop, participants learn how social media can enhance or harm job searching.
HOW TO SUCCEED ON THE JOB A S
This workshop is designed to provide job seekers with information, skills and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization. It also addresses how to deal with job dissatisfaction, making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transition.
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Newcomers YMCA Newcomer Programs are available to immigrants, refugees, Temporary Foreign Workers and their families. YMCA ACTIVE LIVING C Y A S
Get moving at the Y! We believe that active living is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle, successful settlement and a useful tool for integration. YMCA Active Living promotes healthy activities for immigrants of all ages by providing opportunities for physical activities and partnered community outreach classes. Program components include: fitness sessions, physical activities, talking circles, intergenerational activities, older adult programming, and health and wellness workshops.
YMCA SCHOOL SETTLEMENT C Y
Working in partnership with 25 schools in our community, YMCA School Settlement provides assistance to and meets the needs of immigrant children, youth and their families. Our YMCA School Settlement Staff work on-site at elementary, junior and senior high schools in the Halifax area to provide orientations to school and community, solution-focused counseling, school staff support, student service and academic support, home liaisons, advocacy and referrals.
YMCA YOUTH OUTREACH C Y
YMCA Youth Outreach provides quality programming, leadership development and volunteer opportunities for newcomer youth ages 13 – 18. Program components include: field trips, volunteer opportunities, workshops, guest speakers, recreational activities and YMCA Homework Club.
YMCA SATURDAY STUDY SKILLS C Y
Who knew studying could be so fun? YMCA Saturday Study Skills provides weekly study skill programming to immigrant children enrolled in elementary school with the goal strengthening student academics and English as a second language.
YMCA RECOGNIZING ENHANCING ALIGNING COMMUNITY HORIZONS (YREACH) C Y A S
YREACH, a provincial YMCA Program, provides information, orientation and settlement support to Immigrants and Temporary Foreign Workers and their families who are new to communities across Nova Scotia. YREACH raises awareness about the benefits of immigration in Nova Scotia and works with local partners to create welcoming communities.
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The COA Refugee Youth Project provides personalized pre-arrival settlement support services to Canadian bound refugee youth ages 10-19, preparing them for settlement in Canada by providing them with tailored information and connections to community services in their city of destination. Our YMCA is one of four YMCAs in the Canadian Orientation Abroad (COA) network in Canada (Halifax, Ottawa, Winnipeg & Vancouver), each with a Regional Coordinator to provide ongoing support at a regional and local level.
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