YMCA Camp Kanannaq

Our camp leaders are passionate about creating lasting positive impact in the lives of children and youth through hands-on nature-based learning. Our team uses ...YMCA Healthy Child Development to advocate for health, create opportunities for play, and build meaningful relationships to positively impact and build the confidence of each camper. Our camp leaders possess creativity, enthusiasm, and believe in the power of teamwork. Responsibilities and abilities The Aurora Lifeguard is responsible for helping with all programming for the Aurora Leadership program. The Aurora Lifeguard is adaptable, risk-aware, loves the outdoors, a problem-solver, a role model for staff and campers. They assist the Aurora Supervisor in planning and facilitating all out-trips, and act as lifeguard during swimming and boating programs. Be in accordance with all provincial camps and YMCA standards, policies and procedures. Work as a team with the Coordinator and Aurora Supervisor Plan and facilitate all programming aspects, provide support and break coverage as needed. Ensure programming is creative, authentic and age appropriate, respecting the physical and emotional needs of youth, keeping safety first. Maintain regular attendance, punctuality and to be appropriately prepared for all activities. Share passion for camp and the outdoors, integrate and promote positive youth development. For more information, or to apply for the position please view full job post on our website: nbc.ymca.ca/careers/

2021 Camp Kanannaq YMCA Camp Kanannaq continues to monitor the Covid-19 pandemic and follow direction from the Provincial Government and Health Officer. At this time, we are excited to announce that registration for summer 2021 Camp Kanannaq and Aurora Leadership programs will open the first week of February and we encourage families to secure their spaces as soon as possible; should our programs be cancelled due to COVID-19, all registrants will be notified and issued a 100%... refund. We will offer the same enthusiastic camper care and campers will be spending as much time as possible outdoors to provide a direct connection to nature; campers will continue to enjoy all your favourite wilderness-based camp activities including archery, beading, wide games, fire building, skill building like knots and orienteering, hiking, and closing campfire! As more information becomes available, we will continue to update our website and Facebook page. Stay tuned for updates regarding program highlights, transportation and Covid-19 protocols.

YMCA Camp Kanannaq continues to monitor the Covid-19 pandemic and follow direction from the Provincial Government and Health Officer. At this time, we are excited to announce that registration for summer 2021 Camp Kanannaq and Aurora Leadership programs will open in early February and we encourage families to secure their spaces as soon as possible; should our programs be cancelled due to COVID-19, all registrants will be notified and issued a 100% refund. We will offer the s...ame enthusiastic camper care and campers will be spending as much time as possible outdoors to provide a direct connection to nature; campers will continue to enjoy all your favourite wilderness-based camp activities including archery, beading, wide games, fire building, skill building like knots and orienteering, hiking, and closing campfire! As more information becomes available, we will continue to update our website and Facebook page. Stay tuned for updates regarding program highlights, transportation and Covid-19 protocols.

Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season!

The YMCA of Northern BC wishes you happiness and health this holiday season! WE remind you that the Prince George Family Y will be operating on the following holiday hours.

Please note that the Rec Room and Child Minding services will be operating on an amended schedule over the holiday season! Services will still need to be pre-booked by phone. Call 250 640 2161 during the hours listed to book your time slot.

This past week, we celebrated YMCA Peace Week. Some of the Simon Fraser Lodge residents in Prince George celebrated by sharing messages about what peace means to them!

Giving Tuesday is a global movement for giving and volunteering, taking place each year after Black Friday. Help us bring about change in our communities this year by making a special gift today. Giving Tuesday was December 1st! You can still help us make a difference in our community. https://bit.ly/33rN7pR

What does Peace mean to you? As we navigate through 2020, peace is taking on new meaning. COVID-19 and the urgent calls for action to support anti-black racism are challenging us and highlighting how the ongoing work of building peace is needed now more than ever. How can you participate in YMCA Peace Week? We encourage everybody to take part in activities that give them a chance to reflect on the meaning of peace and peacebuilding in our community.

Giving Tuesday is December 1st! Giving Tuesday is a global movement for giving and volunteering, taking place each year after Black Friday. Help us bring about change in our communities this year by making a special gift today. https://bit.ly/33rN7pR

National Child Day is celebrated in Canada on November 20 in recognition of our country’s commitment to upholding the rights of children. As a charity dedicated to helping children, families, and seniors thrive, we encourage you to take part in this initiative by Children First Canada. This year's theme is #SeenAndHeard. "Children represent a quarter of Canada’s population and 100% of our future. They are citizens with rights, opinions and ideas. Kids deserve to have a say in... decisions that affect their lives. And adults have a duty to listen. This year, we honour the contributions of young people from coast to coast to coast. We see you. We hear you. On National Child Day, lift your voice!" Learn more about how you can take part in this year's event at nationalchildday.org

We still have shirts available for purchase nbc.ymca.ca/orangeshirt/ Orange Shirt Day is a national campaign to recognize the harm done to children in the residential school system. By wearing an orange shirt, we are affirming our commitment to ensure that every child matters as we focus on our hope for a better future in which children are empowered to help each other. The YMCA of Northern BC is committed to creating a community where every child matters and has access to services and programs to help them thrive. The YMCA Strong Kids Campaign provides financial support to 1 in 5 children in YMCA programs.

Order your Orange Shirt today! nbc.ymca.ca/orangeshirt/ Orange Shirt Day is a national campaign to recognize the harm done to children in the residential school system. By wearing an orange shirt, we are affirming our commitment to ensure that every child matters as we focus on our hope for a better future in which children are empowered to help each other. The YMCA of Northern BC is committed to creating a community where every child matters and has access to services and programs to help them thrive. The YMCA Strong Kids Campaign provides financial support to 1 in 5 children in YMCA programs.

Looking for ways to inspire your children and yourself to be more healthier? Now more than ever, we know that families are stuck at home and need some help keeping things fun, productive, and healthy! Join us for Generation Health, a FREE 10-week program to inspire healthier BC families. The event will be held every Wednesday at 6:00pm through Zoom and starts September 23, 2020! Register today!

We Need Your Help Our YMCA Beyond the Bell Program needs an additional $13,000 for this year’s operations. This program is special because it provides academic supports to low-income children in order for them to keep pace with their peers.... Through YMCA Beyond the Bell, children grow in their literacy, numeracy, and physical health. They are supported to reach their potential through our Y core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and inclusivity. Our hope is that this program becomes a lasting resource for low-income families, which will only be possible through support from our donors and fundraisers.