YMCA Calgary Offers Free Access to Facilities for Albertans Fleeing Wildfires

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Evacuees are welcome to use YMCA Calgary facilities for no charge for the duration of these evacuations. 


Calgary AB – To support the growing number of Albertans evacuated from their homes, YMCA Calgary is offering community members that have been forced to evacuate, free drop in access to the six locations throughout Calgary. Individuals and families are welcome to access these locations free of charge for recreational use, showering, etc. as well as drop in programming and fitness classes during standard hours of operation. 

With a valid photo ID, self-identifying evacuees can access any of the locations listed below free of charge during these evacuations:

Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton4995 Market Street SECalgary, AB
Melcor YMCA at Crowfoot8100 John Laurie Blvd NWCalgary, AB
Remington YMCA in Quarry Park108 Quarry Park Road SECalgary, AB
Saddletowne YMCA180-7555 Falconridge Blvd NECalgary, AB
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge11300 Rocky Ridge Road NWCalgary, AB
Shawnessy YMCA400-333 Shawville Blvd SECalgary, AB


Information about hours of operation and amenities at each location can be found here. 

“Our hearts go out to all Albertans affected by the ongoing crisis caused by extreme fire conditions,” said Shannon Doram, President & CEO at YMCA Calgary. “We are working closely with the City of Calgary and with our partners to ensure those most impacted are supported.” 

A municipal reception centre has been opened at the Shouldice Arena (1515 Home Road NW, Calgary) and further support for evacuees can be found by calling 311.

Locations:
Saddletowne YMCA
Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton
Melcor YMCA at Crowfoot
Remington YMCA in Quarry Park
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
Shawnessy YMCA
South Health Campus YMCA