Exploits Valley Y

09/02/2026

This is just one example of the wonderful work Status of Women Central - SWC and Violence Prevention South and Central do for our community and the residents of Grand Falls-Windsor.

Now, more than ever, it's important to educate ourselves and our loved ones about gender-based violence and the importance of consent, safety, and awareness.

If you are able, share space with other community members at the Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts on September 16 to "Take Back the Night" and highlight Sexual Awareness Week.

Communities are meant for togetherness. We are all in this together.

Sexual Violence Awareness week is September 13-19 and to highlight this week we are hosting our annual Take Back The Night event on September 16 with Violence Prevention South and Central and The Journey Project - NL. This year, we hope to have a march if Mother Nature is agreeable. We march to reclaim public spaces, support survivors and demand action to end gender-based violence.

The Journey Project will have their "Justice Reframed" - a photo journey Photovoice exhibit by survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence. The exhibit will be on display at the Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts.

09/01/2026

We are delighted to host Pride Grand Falls-Windsor on September 26 and to provide a space where they can feel safe, valued, and welcome.

At the Exploits Valley Y, we embrace all members of our community and invite those visiting our facility to come as their true, authentic selves - with unconditional support, free of judgement.

Your Y. Your Time.

Always.

23/30 spots reserved. 7 spaces remaining 🫶 We are so excited to share another free community event thanks to the team at the Exploits Valley YMCA! They reached out to us directly and offered to host our community for a FREE swim on Saturday, September 26 from 4:00–5:00 PM.

We are incredibly proud to live in a community where organizations reach out to us and ask how they can create welcoming spaces and opportunities for our community. These gestures matter, and we are so grateful to the team at the YMCA for thinking of us and making this possible.

Space is limited to approximately 30 people, including anyone who will be staying in the viewing area.

If you would like to attend, please message the Pride Grand Falls-Windsor page with the names of everyone in your group who will be attending. We will be providing the YMCA with an attendee list, so you will not need to show ID when you arrive.

We'd appreciate any shares of this post so it reaches as many people as possible 🫶

Saturday, September 26
4:00–5:00 PM
Exploits Valley YMCA
13 Prices Avenue, Grand Falls-Windsor
FREE to attend

Come swim, hang out, bring the family, or just spend an hour together in a welcoming space.

Thank you to the Exploits Valley YMCA for reaching out to us and offering this to our community. We are very lucky to have community partners who don't wait to be asked, but instead reach out and say, "We'd like to do something" ❤️

09/01/2026

As part of our continued commitment to building a safer community, our Y2C and YMCA buildings have now been restocked with brand-new naloxone kits, ensuring this life-saving resource is available when it is needed most.

Naloxone is a medication that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose and give someone the critical time they need to receive emergency medical care. You don't need to be an expert to help — knowing how to use a naloxone kit could save a life.

We also want to remind everyone that free naloxone kits are available for pickup in Grand Falls-Windsor at:
📍 Central Regional Memorial Health Centre
📍 Mental Health & Addictions — 36 Queensway
📍 The Grand Falls Drug Store

We sincerely thank NL Health Services, Status of Women Central - SWC, and the Exploits Valley Community Coalition for inviting us to share space at their International Overdose Awareness Day event. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn more about overdose prevention and to see how to properly use naloxone in an emergency.

Building a safer community, together.

09/01/2026

Registration for our fall Adult Day Program is now open!

Designed for adults 50+, this welcoming program combines movement, social connection and plenty of fun, with sessions including chair yoga, music and movement, balance exercises, games, chair-based strength exercises and more.

▪️Monday to Friday
▪️1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
▪️34 Bond Street (beside Shoppers Drug Mart)
▪️15/calendar month (example: Sept. 14 to Oct. 2)
▪️Free for members

Whether you’re looking to stay active, meet new people, or get out and enjoy an hour together, there’s a place for you.

For more information, contact our Recreation Specialist, Courtney Moore, at [email protected]

09/01/2026

Big changes don’t happen overnight. They start with small steps.

Something new is coming to the Exploits Valley YMCA this September — designed to help our community make healthier choices, build better habits, and feel good about moving forward.

We’re not ready to tell you everything just yet, but we are ready to say: Small Steps for Big Changes.

Coming soon to the Exploits Valley YMCA.

08/31/2026

Awareness is the first step to change and education.

Join our amazing community partners today for at Church Road Park from Noon to 2:00 p.m.

There will be free naloxone kits, information and resources, and much, much more, along with a BBQ and bouncy castle for the kids.

We are stronger together, and together we can build a safe Grand Falls-Windsor.

💜 International Overdose Awareness Day — Come Join Us! 💜

Join us for a FREE, family-friendly event as we come together to remember, raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect our community with support and resources.

There will be something for everyone, including:
🎲 Activities & games
🎁 Prize draws
💉 Naloxone training
🌭 BBQ
💜 Harm reduction resources
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly activities such as bouncy castles and more!!!

We’re proud to be partnering with some wonderful organizations to make this event possible, including:

Violence Prevention South and Central
Status of Women Central - SWC
Newfoundland & Labrador Housing & Homelessness Network
Central Housing and Homelessness Network
Community Sector Council Newfoundland and Labrador
Town of Grand Falls-Windsor
First Step - Home

Come out, bring the family, grab some food, play some games, learn something new, and connect with your community.
Everyone is welcome. We’d love to see you there! 💜

Please share! 😊

08/30/2026

🍂 A Few Reminders as we head into the Last Week of Our Summer Schedule! 💙

As we wrap up our Summer Schedule, please take note of the following updates:

📅 September 1 & 3
There will be no lunchtime classes (Muscle Reboot and Pilates/Yoga) as we provide a special training space for the Sparkling Blades.

This will also be the last week for all other Summer classes, including AquaFit.

📅 September 8–13
The following programs will continue on the Summer Schedule for one extra week:
• 🏀 Open Basketball
• 🏀 Evening Rec. Basketball
• 🛝 Indoor Playground
• 🏊 Lane Swims

🍁 NEW Fall Programming Begins Monday, September 14!

Keep an eye on our website and page—Fall schedules will be coming soon!

🏢 Facility Closures

The Exploits Valley YMCA HFA Centre will be closed on:

• Monday, September 7 – Labour Day
• Wednesday, September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Monday, October 12 – Thanksgiving
• Wednesday, November 11 – Remembrance Day

Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we transition into our Fall programming.

We look forward to welcoming our members back this Fall! 🍂💙

08/29/2026

📣 Looking for a daytime job? We want to help you become a lifeguard! 🏊‍♀️

We are looking for someone to join our aquatics team for a daytime, Monday-to-Friday position this fall — and you do not need to be a certified lifeguard to start!

If you’re a strong swimmer, comfortable in the water, and feel you have what it takes to successfully complete your National Lifeguard certification, we want to hear from you.

⭐ We will pay for your required lifeguard training
⭐ Competitive wages
⭐ Consistent daytime, Monday-to-Friday hours
⭐ No evenings or weekends required for this position
⭐ A great opportunity to gain a nationally recognized certification while starting a new career

We’re looking for someone dependable, responsible, confident in the water, and interested in becoming part of our YMCA team.

You bring the commitment — we’ll invest in you.

Interested? Send an email to [email protected] to learn more!

08/28/2026

☀️ That’s a wrap on our YMCA Summer Camps! ☀️

A huge THANK YOU to every camper, parent, volunteer, and staff member who helped make this summer so special.

We loved seeing the smiles, friendships, adventures and memories made throughout the summer — and we’re already looking ahead!

We’re excited to bring campers an even more fun, engaging and unforgettable YMCA camp experience in 2027.

Until then…keep the summer spirit alive as you prepare for back-to-school season. Wishing you a wonderful and safe school year!

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