Ottawa lawyers help make charity non-tournament a success 

 Above: The Lawyers for Kids Charity Hockey Tournament 2019 raised $33, 500 for the Ottawa YMCA-YWCA. Each year, the YMCA-YWCA of the Nation’s Capital Region hosts several fundraising events to help support programs and services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, youth and families in the community.

Ottawa YMCA-YWCA works to reduce the spread of COVID-19

 Due to the threat of COVID-19, Ottawa’s YMCA-YWCA has partnered with Ottawa Public Health to help slow the spread of the virus. They are working together to implement preventative measures to reduce the threat of the coronavirus spreading in the Taggart Family Y’s Shenkman Residence. Four families and one individual

Pre-Apprenticeship Home Renovation Program Creates New Definition for Success

 John Gordon is no stranger to us here at Ottawa Life. Whether he is giving tips to our readers on the Dos and Don’ts of renovating your home or growing his award-winning home renovation business, Your Reno Guy, it is clear that Gordon knows his stuff. Now, in partnership with

Opening a Door for Canadian Newcomers

 On Monday, a group of educators and city officials came together to launch the YMCA-YWCA’s first ever Pre-Apprenticeship Home Renovation Program. They were surrounded by wooden work stations half covered in dry wall with colourful signs above them sporting the students’ names, or the names of the business they hope

Bob Gallagher Takes the Helm at Ottawa YMCA/YWCAs

 A shot from the Y's annual Cliffhanger event. Photo by John Enaje. It's a new year, time for a new YMCA. Yesterday the National Capital Region YMCA-YWCA Board of Directors announced that they're appointing Bob Gallagher as the region's new President and Chief Executive Officer. Bob assumes responsibility February 16, and

The YMCA’s Still Got It

 A shot from the YMCA-YWCA's annual cliffhanger event. Photo by John Enaje. The Capital’s YMCA-YWCA has a lot to offer locals. Founded in 1867, the Y works to advance the health and well being of children, youth and families. The Y provides services that tackle issues such as children’s health, unemployment,