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YMCA Red Deer is open!

From YMCA of Northern Alberta Red Deer
YMCA Of Northern Alberta Red Deer Location Now Open The much-anticipated Northside Community Centre in Red Deer is now open. The centre is in full swing this week, as YMCA of Northern Alberta has welcomed its first group of summer day campers. YMCA summer day camps will run all summer long at the Northside Community Centre, offering kids and youth in the city’s north side valuable sports, arts, cooking, science, and leadership camp opportunities. There are still spaces available in these camps, and registration is open. The Northside Community Centre will also host Teen Nights every Friday night for youth ages 13–18, starting this week. Beginning August 1, the YMCA will offer group fitness classes with childminding available as well as drop-in Youth Centre and open gym time. Red Deerians can expect more programs and services available at the centre this fall, including arts and culture programs and after school programs. Filling a gap of recreation services in the area, the Northside Community Centre is a dynamic facility that includes event rental spaces, arts and culture programs, youth programs, a teaching kitchen and rooftop patio, a tastefully finished gymnasium, fitness studio, multi-purpose rooms and more. For more information or to register for summer day camps, please visit northernalberta.ymca.ca/rd |
ABOUT YMCA of NORTHERN ALBERTA YMCA of Northern Alberta is a registered charity dedicated to building healthy communities since 1907. From supporting people in their health and wellness to providing important community outreach programs, the YMCA of Northern Alberta works to support strong kids, healthy families, and thriving communities. For more information, visit northernalberta.ymca.ca. |
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SPARC Caring Adult Nominations now open!

Check out this powerful video, “Be a Mr. Jensen,” shared by Andy Jacks. It highlights the impact of seeing youth as solutions, not problems. Mr. Jensen’s patience and focus on strengths gave this child hope and success.
👉 Be a Mr. Jensen: https://buff.ly/8Z9dOxf
Do you know a Mr. Jensen? Nominate a caring adult in your child’s life who embodies the spirit of Mr. Jensen. Whether it’s a coach, teacher, mentor, or someone special, share how they contribute to youth development. 👉 Nominate Here: https://buff.ly/tJsuJej
Nominate someone who makes a positive impact in the lives of children and youth. Every child has a gift – let’s celebrate the caring adults who help them shine! SPARC Red Deer will recognize the first 50 nominees. 💖🎉 #CaringAdults #BeAMrJensen #SeePotentialNotProblems #SPARCRedDeer
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