The YMCA is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
At our core, we deliver community development; childcare; leadership development; and healthy living programs. Our programs and services focus on youth and families to support lifelong healthy living.
We are pleased to introduce an exciting new endeavor in partnership with the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan as the Backbone organization for Saskatchewan Integrated Youth Services. The Integrated Youth Services Hub (IYS Hub) will host programs to connect with youth aged 12-25 wherever they are on their journey, focusing on prevention, support, and resources.
The IYS Hub is expected to open no later than March 31st 2024. Located in the downtown Moose Jaw core at 52 High Street West, the IYS Hub will be hosted by the YMCA as a space for youth, teens and young adults residing in local and surrounding areas.
The IYS Hub is developed as a space where partnerships with community services and organizations can reach participants in a centralized location and help reduce the existing barriers to accessing much-needed services, so participants can achieve their full potential.
Programming at the IYS Hub focuses on prevention and supporting youth through a stepped-care approach offered by trained and certified staff. Youth will have the opportunity to access a variety of services in one location, services ranging from cultural and traditional to education and employment services, along with mental health services.
Current YMCA programs including Shared Services Mentorship, Boys Empowerment, and Mental Health First Aid will also be available at the IYS Hub. YMCA values and priorities remain commited to the community by ensuring a safe and welcoming environment at the IYS Hub.
The YMCA continues to be a trusted leader in delivering youth programming in Moose Jaw. Maintaining and developing partnerships with local associations and authorities has led to this exciting announcement for the opening of the Integrated Youth Services Hub in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
For any media inquiries, please contact:
Steve Compton
Chief Executive Officer
steve.compton@regina.ymca.ca
For program information or partnership opportunities please contact:
Ashley Florent
General Manager of Community Development
ashley.florent@regina.ymca.ca
Learn more about Saskatchewan Integrated Youth Services
