We've been sharing the most up-to-date information, resources and feel-good stories through special staff and community newsletters.
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Staff Newsletter
- October 29—“New Mask Protocol Coming Soon” Masks required as of November 9 at all Y branches and programs.
- October 23—“COVID-19, Benefits, Staff updates and more” Tristen's spotlight, COVID-19 updates, Manulife Vitality digital wellness program and baby announcement.
- October 2—“Exciting Updates” Étienne's spotlight, #HappyToBeBack contest, Walkathon, Strong Kids Raffle, COVID-19 self-assessment tool, Bamboo and staff thank-you.
- August 18—“New tech updates and more” Larissa's spotlight, health screening tool, membership registration tool, team kudos and new child care centre.
- August 6—“Appreciation, Updates and a Farewell” Shannon’s Spotlight, team appreciation, Bamboo Update, insurance update and Joyce’s retirement announcement.
- July 23—“Pools reopening and more!” Sam's spotlight, Phase 2 reopening details, physical distancing reminder, baby announcements, employment and volunteer opportunities.
- July 8—“Pool reopen date announced!” Beth's spotlight, pool reopen date, staff thank-you, policy updates and mental wellness exercise.
- June 26—“3 days until we reopen y'all!” Jennifer's spotlight, mindfulness exercise, Ted Rogers Scholarship winner, Best of Kelowna voting and Values in Action newsletter.
- June 19—“Phase 1 reopening” Sharon's video message and FAQ outlining phase 1 reopening plans and protocols.
- June 10—“We can't wait to see you!” Sophie's spotlight and Made in YLW campaign.
- June 3—“We have a date!” Shen's spotlight, reopening date announcement, staff website, career opportunity and Best of Kelowna nominations.
- May 28—“We hear you!” Tammy's spotlight, staff survey results, preparing our workplace, child care month and benefits extension.
- May 19—“Important staff updates” YMCA phased reopening, career opportunity and Doug's spotlight.
- May 12—“Staff updates”Wendy's spotlight, BC Restart Plan, Employee Assistance Program and tax updates.
- May 5—“Update City” Kristen's spotlight, YMCA National Young Leaders Summit, ActiveNet Update, Government COVID-19 Updates, Giving Tuesday Now.
- April 28—“Let's stay connected” Diana's spotlight, subsidies and benefits, preparing for the future, staff party throwback. This newsletter has an incorrect link for the staff emergency fund. Please use the correct link to apply.
- April 21—“Health Resources” Nathan's spotlight, National Volunteer Week, health resources and AGM reminder.
- April 14—“We miss you” Throwback photos, call for photos and CEO video message.
- April 7—“Tips to keep well” Michelle's spotlight, updated FAQ, Emergency Wage Subsidy, mental health resources, YMCA service update and child protection protocol.
- March 30—“Resources to keep you healthy” CEO message, Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, virtual fitness classes, mental health resources and family resources
Community Newsletter
- October 30—“WEAR because you CARE” Masks required as of November 9.
- October 9—“New bubble-friendly activities!” Lane swimming and pickleball allow you to get active with your bubble buddies.
- September 25—“Programs, Increased Swim Capacity and More!” Child minding parent manual, featured programs, swim lessons, increased lane swim capacity, and online registration.
- September 10—“Register for Fall Programs!” Registration information for fall swim lessons and child and youth programs.
- August 28—“Fall programs and new health screening tool”
- August 21—“Do more online! Get your account ready.” Special announcement regarding new online membership and program registration capabilities.
- August 1—“Visiting The Pool: What To Know Before You Go” Registration for aquafit and lane swimming opens Aug 3. This and more.
- June 24—“What to expect with next week's reopening” Phase 1 reopening details, changes to virtual fitness classes, group fitness classes and child and youth summer programs.
- June 12—“Family and community” Shelley and Peter's family story, statement on anti-racism, summer children's programming, live class schedule updates and exercise of the week.
- June 5—“Exciting news! YMCA reopening soon!” video message from Kelley Taylor and details of reopening preparations.
- May 15—“Stories, programs and important updates from your Y” News about reopening, Alyson's story, summer camp update, live class schedule change, prenatal education and exercise of the week (push-ups).
- May 8—“Updates and resources from your Y” Maria's spotlight, BC's restart plan, Wellness Together Canada, soccer skills video, AGM video, personalized exercise plan and exercise of the week.
- May 1—“Your Y. Updates and information.” Michelle's spotlight, member thank-you, gratitude meditation video, personalized exercise plan, essential services child care and exercise of the week.
- April 25—“Stay With Us” Please consider supporting the Y's critical work in our community.
- April 17—“We miss you! Sending love and resources.” Friendly staff photos, new live class, family resources and exercise of the day
- April 9—“Stay With Us” An important video message from CEO Sharon Peterson and updates on program and event status.
- April 3—“We're here for you” Dr. Harris' Approach to FACE COVID, at home activity and program registration update.
- March 27—“Program and Service Updates” Message from the CEO regarding community support, virtual fitness classes and virtual Family Play Time.
- March 16—“Facility Closures (COVID-19 Update)” Official announcement of temporary closure.