Toronto YMCA

The first session this morning saw us gain an insight into the Canadian YMCA National Movement and Toronto Central YMCA - Scott and the whole team obviously have a deep passion for the YMCA movement.

It is interesting to learn that similarities and challenges exist between the UK and Canada even if we are separated by the odd few 1000 miles, the need to; increase capacity, understanding our impact & reach, build on brand, have a check and balance around the health of the organisation and understanding that competition is increasing both locally and globally.

I love the idea of creating a 'summer jobs programme' that creates opportunities, experience and income for young people. Something that goes further than the current NCS programme operating in the UK.

It is true for the Y here as well back in the UK that the "YMCA is well known, but not known well".