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Lives changed forever
Because of YOU
YMCA of Oakville
Community Impact Report 2012
This is no ordinary piece of paper.
It’s what remains of Josephine, a life-sized illustration created by young
girls — then ripped apart piece by piece as they recall every insult or
abuse they’ve experienced with bullies.
But Josephine is much more than a drawing. For many people today,
Josephine represents feelings of being torn apart or broken, with little
hope of being put back together.
As a mother, I wonder what can be done to ease the pain of children
who feel this way. If these kids had more support, guidance and a safe
place to belong, would there be less bullying, less anxiety or less suicide?
This is one of the reasons why I am so proud to be involved with the YMCA.
I get to share a special journey with people like Chris, who finally believes
in himself and has hope for his future. Or moms like Jennifer, who no
longer feel isolated or depressed, or young, vulnerable girls like Emma
who can now stand up to bullying.
These are real people in our community that we help every day. Your
support helps them find courage, make connections and discover a
sense of community. Their lives are changed forever — because of you.
In 2012, the YMCA of Oakville accomplished many great things, but we
are most proud of the impact we’ve made on people’s lives.
Looking ahead, I know there are many more stories yet to be written.
I invite you to join us as we help build a healthier community – one
person, one story at a time.
Lindsay Williams
Chair, Board of Directors
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I’ve been bullied for as long
as I can remember.
When I was in Grade 1, I was the tallest kid in class and I stood out.
Kids made fun of me, calling me names like “tree“, “giraffe” and “four-eyes”.
Recently, my best friend also started making fun of me. She talked about
me behind my back, and made me feel fat and embarrassed.
Our friendship ended because she made me feel horrible all the time.
Being bullied made me feel like an outcast. Most nights I would go home
crying and fall asleep sad and lonely. Sometimes, I had thoughts of
hurting myself.
But then I found TAG at the Y and a place where I felt safe. At TAG, I could
talk about my experiences with other girls who have also been bullied.
I’ve made new friends who accept me for who I am, and I’ve learned not
to care what bullies say about me. I finally have a place to belong.
At TAG, I can say anything, and no one judges me or calls me names.
When I look back, I’m glad I’m not friends with the person I thought was
my “best friend” anymore, because through TAG, I got the chance to
become me. Today, I’m much stronger, and I don’t think about hurting
myself anymore.
- Emma*
Because of YOU Emma can be courageous
Did you know?
As girls enter adolescence, from ages 9 to 13, their confidence
declines sharply and they experience higher rates of depression.
We are grateful to the private donors who have helped us Emma* is a TAG participant who wanted
launch another Together As Girls (TAG) program in the Clearview to remain anonymous. We know one day
neighbourhood and helped more girls be courageous. she will have the courage to show her
beautiful face.
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By the age of 16, Chris had
seen more heartbreak than
most people see in a lifetime.
I didn’t have anyone. I was living on my own in a rough neighbourhood,
struggling to pay my rent and go to school. My life was about drugs,
partying and hanging out. One day I found out that two of my good friends
had died in a shooting. Just a few hours earlier, I was talking to them.
That could have been me. This was not the life I wanted.
I moved away and cut off all ties with my former life, but I was broke,
overweight – and without hope. Then one day I walked into the Y and saw
the basketball court. I smiled, so excited just to play somewhere that was
so nice. It was a move that changed my life forever.
I came back every day, and for the first time, I felt accepted. It’s like they
saw the “real me”. I started to lose weight and gain confidence. I got a job
as a counsellor in a YMCA before and after school program. And it was here
that I found my purpose: To make a positive impact on kids and to guide
them to make better choices than I did.
Today, I have achieved things I never thought possible. The Y gave me that.
They gave me opportunity, pulled my potential out of me and showed me
what I could become. And truly, from the bottom of my heart, I will always
be thankful.
- Chris
Because of YOU Chris found his purpose
Did you know?
Poverty is on the rise in Oakville. More people than ever before
requested financial assistance last year. By donating to our YMCA
Strong Kids Campaign, you can help ensure that more people like
Chris get a chance to believe in themselves.
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As a new parent I thought
I was doing everything wrong.
When my son Keelan was born, he cried day and night. I had no
experience as a parent and I was overwhelmed. I felt very isolated.
Then I heard about the free Mother Goose program at the Y.
For the first time since Keelan was born, I was able to talk about my feelings
with other moms. We shared stories, tips and advice and I realized we were
all going through the same things. While we sang songs and lullabies with
instructors, I learned how to connect with Keelan and be a better parent.
Just as Steps and Stages has provided me with a sense of community,
it also does this for Keelan. Every week he is surrounded by people who
cheer him on as he grows and develops. He has no problem saying hi
to everyone he passes because of Steps and Stages and the sense of
community he gets there. The relationships he has developed will only
help to make him a stronger, more independent child as he grows up.
Coming here has changed our life. With a second child now on the way,
I feel completely different than before. I’m excited to connect with my
new baby and I feel much more confident in my parenting skills. I’m also
looking forward to introducing him or her to our Y family, and I know
they’re excited for me too.
- Jennifer
Because of YOU Jennifer is a confident parent
Did you know?
Supportive relationships that are formed early on have
been proven to help children bounce back from challenging
circumstances that life may throw their way. Your donation can
help us expand our Steps and Stages programs in neighbourhoods
throughout Oakville so more kids can grow up to be resilient.
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I needed a place to belong.
I joined Youth Leader Corps because my friend was in it, and it looked
like fun. But it soon became much more than a program. Youth Leader
Corps became my family and a place to belong.
With Youth Leader Corps, I’ve been able to make a real impact by
helping other youth become the best they can be. We work together,
share ideas and plan activities that are meaningful to everyone.
I feel that Youth Leader Corps is almost like training for the real world.
While other kids are sitting at home playing video games, we’re
learning life skills — important things that prepare you for the next
stage in life. The leadership experience I’ve gained means that I’ve
been able to take on more leadership roles at school. Personally, my
confidence has gained a huge boost, and I’ve now realized what my
potential is.
I’m most proud of the experience I’ve gained working with youth at
this stage in their life because they’re still trying to figure out who
they are. And as a youth leader, I have the chance to guide them on
their path, and that’s my favourite thing to do.
- Sarah
Because of YOU Sarah is a leader
Did you know?
As the next generation of leaders, young people need to have a place
where they feel like they belong, and the opportunities and support to
grow up healthy and engaged in our community. Find out how
you can help us fund our Newcomer Youth Leadership Program.
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Thanks to you, lives 2012 Highlights
have changed forever. 12,738 members and program participants became healthier.
Oakville is a community characterized by caring, proud, passionate 6,733 people made connections through community initiatives.
people who are dedicated to ensuring the best for those who live
here. It has given me great pride to work alongside you — my YMCA 4,355 parents with young children strengthened their parenting skills and
family of staff and volunteers, our caring donors and collaborative connections through free Steps and Stages programs.
community partners.
The extraordinary things we accomplished in 2012 were because
3,815 children made new friends and created lasting memories at camp.
of you.
3,497 children were nurtured in child care and before and after-school programs.
You helped us respond to the needs of our growing community.
You helped us reach out in new and innovative ways, take our expertise 2,188 more people than last year participated in YMCA programs.
to neighbourhoods throughout Oakville and strengthen our people and
the capacity of our community. 1,902 people in need received financial assistance.
Lives have changed forever.
490 volunteers gave of their time and talents.
Together, we’ve made kids safer, given some a second chance, helped
shape the future of young lives and helped families who are struggling 360 future leaders developed skills and confidence in youth leadership programs.
find hope and health. People just like Chris, Jennifer, Emma and Sarah.
While our impact can be visualized through their stories, there are also 134 children and youth in 4 neighbourhoods got active and connected to others
other successes and highlights from 2012 that I’m so proud to include on through the Mobile Skate/BMX Park.
this page.
55 children from low-income, underserved communities received a fully-
Looking ahead to the future of this community, I know there are many sponsored camp experience through our summer camp outreach initiative.
more lives to impact and many more stories to tell. I invite you to share
in this incredible journey as we help build a healthier community.
12 new Full Day Kindergarten locations opened plus 1 new before and after-
school program and expansions at 8 other YMCA Child Care locations.
7 new programs offered in the Oakville community, and 2 new programs for
Darryl McKenzie children, youth and families launched in underserved neighbourhoods.
Former President and CEO
1 new North Oakville location launched at the Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre.
7Financial Highlights Volunteers make a difference.
(as of December 31, 2012)
We are thankful to our many volunteers who contributed 2012 Volunteer
in so many ways to building a healthier community. Award Recipients
Bea Beesley
2012 2011 490 Contributed Emad Elsayed
Statement of Financial Position
Current Assets $ 807,003 $ 923,668
volunteers 14,390 hours Keith Garton
Capital Assets 9,500,310 9,953,686
Total Assets $10,307,313 $10,877,354
Current Liabilities $ 953,445 $ 1,314,604 “At the Y, I get to be a role model to younger kids and help
Long Term Debt - 743,255
Deferred Capital Donations and Grants 5,276,683 5,616,408 those who need it. I know I want to make this world a better
Net Assets 4,077,185 3,203,087 place for the future.”
Total Liabilities & Net Assets $10,307,313 $10,877,354 Youth and first-time volunteers share their enthusiasm, energy and big ideas. At the Y, we
nurture these community leaders. We provide them with quality learning experiences and
the encouragement they need to build confidence and skills for their future.
Statement of Revenue and Expenses
Revenue
Programs & Services
Donations, Grants & Fundraising
$13,409,601
229,357
$12,408,674
420,006
“I’ve always wanted to give back to my community, and the Y
Amortization of Capital Donations and Grants 365,325 363,432 gives me that opportunity. It’s a welcoming place to share my
Total Revenue $14,004,283 $13,192,112
knowledge and expertise with others.”
Expenses
Programs, Services, Administration Adult volunteers share their passion and life experience. At the Y, they make new connections,
& Amortization of Capital Assets $13,072,951 $11,940,158 build skills and friendships and feel personal satisfaction in helping others succeed.
Interest on Long-Term Debt 57,234 117,527
Total Expenses $13,130,185 $12,057,685
Excess of Revenue over Expenditures $ 874,098 $ 1,134,427
The summarized financial information is extracted from Annual Financial Statements audited Board of Directors
by BDO Canada LLP, Licensed Public Accountants. A copy of the complete financial statements
is available online at www.ymcaofoakville.com. Requests for a copy can be made by email to Chair Vice Chair Finance Kelly Jennings Michael Shaen
info@oakville.ymca.ca, or by phone 905-845-5597 or by written request to YMCA of Oakville, Lindsay Williams Maryem Mubareka Peter Kolisnyk Alexandra Somers
410 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario L6K 1K7. Neil Lester Richard Stahl
Vice Chair Past Chair Andrea Scherer Janet Wilkinson
Gail Cosman Jarvis Sheridan
8Your contributions are impacting lives.
You give children and families in our community what they really need to be strong, vibrant and healthy — a place to belong, connections that are genuine and real,
the skills and confidence to be resilient and courageous, and the support they need to reach their full potential.
2012 You helped us reach “Beyond these Walls” to You provided start-up funding for an
impact the lives of children and young adults innovative, new Priority Neighbourhood
1 year throughout Oakville. Project that will build community capacity in
ways never before imagined.
For making this possible, we thank:
1,399 Adrian and Mary Coote
Bonnie and Terry Jackson
Thank you to the A.W.B. Charitable Foundation
and the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
donors Peter and Joanne Kenny
Naylor Group
Oakville Community Foundation
26,783* Anonymous
lives
changed
forever You gave children and families the chance to
believe that they can achieve anything they
You created a brighter future for four young
leaders through the Peter Gilgan Leadership
want from their lives, regardless of what they
*Number of people who Awards bursary program.
participated in YMCA have today.
programs in 2012.
Thank you Peter Gilgan Foundation.
Thank you to all of our YMCA Strong Kids
campaign donors.
You helped us inspire, inform and engage
more people in our community to take
action today, to influence real change
Because of YOU more people than ever before for tomorrow.
found hope and health at your YMCA last year Thank you to our signature event sponsors
for supporting YMCA Healthy Kids Day and
YMCA Peace Week.
9As a leading charity with deep roots in
our community, we believe that everyone Thank you
should have the opportunity to benefit from
participation in a YMCA program regardless There are many incredible people and organizations whose generous
of their ability to pay. financial and in-kind support makes our work possible. As a donor, you
have made an extraordinary difference in the lives of children and families
Families in Oakville are struggling. in Oakville. To us and to them, you are a hero.
Last year 1,902 people in Oakville turned to us for support.
You welcomed them into our YMCA family and helped them For the 2012 financial year, $4,999 - $1,000
find the courage to believe in themselves. we would like to thank: 2257845 Ontario Inc.
Douglas and Donna Auld
23% $15,000 +
A.W.B. Charitable Foundation
BDO Dunwoody LLP
Chris Bradbrook
Individuals Adrian and Mary Coote
1,902
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities
77%
Mike Cussen
Kristian and Anita Knibutat
Michael Froresco
People helped The Ontario Trillium Foundation
Families 11% adults Irish Temper Pubs Inc.
9% children Bonnie and Terry Jackson
3% students $14,999 - $5,000 Kelly Jennings
The Amarna Fund Nigel and Jaci Kettle
Peter and Joanne Kenny Peter Kolisnyk and Joette Fielding
64%
Of adults with an assisted family Oakville Community Foundation William and Linda Lawson
membership are between 31-50 years — Peter Gilgan Foundation Neil Lester
what is typically the peak income Anonymous (1) Loblaw Companies Limited
earning years. Master Lock Canada Inc.
Mattamy Homes Limited
44 years The average age of an adult with Darryl McKenzie
a family assisted membership. Maryem Mubareka
Optimist Club of Oakville
Lisa Rankin
9 years The average age of a child
with an assisted membership.
The Running Room
Horace Saunders
The Shaen Family
Jarvis and Susan Sheridan
Robert J. Sutherland and
Because of YOU people can get help Donna Urquhart-Sutherland
TNG Networks
at a time when they need it most Universal Workers Union, Local 183
Whole Foods Market
Lindsay Williams
Eve and Peter Willis
Anonymous (1)
10$999 - $500 Donna Chua-Lee Jennifer Lee Tammy and Crichton Smith and Sons
Heather Anderson and Jeff Schlotter The Clorox Company Foundation Dianne Lemieux Neil and Alison Smith
Andrea and Ryan Bibby Jim and Elaine Collins Dr. Ki Dong Lim Patricia Smith
Irene J. Budd Kris and Troy Copeland David Livingston Carlo Solinas
William and Sheila Holloway Melissa Cortijo Barry Lovatt and Pamela Filippetto Richard Stahl
Thomas and Angela Jedrej David Feldstein and Gail Cosman Gordon Lynes Family Susan Stephen
Junior Civitan of Oakville Anne Marie Crummy Darlene Maillet Gary and Nadine Stewart
King City Group Ahmad and Karen Dajani Lynn Mandeville Michael and Karen Stone
Labourer’s International Union, Maciej Dajnowiec Alan Mangaroo Nick Suozzi
North America Local 506 John and Marie Deakos Ruth A. Marshall Andrew Tang
John and Ellie Nyholt Warren and Dianne Delaney Dr. Jason Massey and Ann Marie Chen Taste of Colombia Corp
Donald and Bev Peat Menko Den Ouden Frank McAuley John DaSilva and Michelle Teixeira
Brenda and Robert Ridgway DeSouza Family Craig and Heidi McMeekan Isaac Teixeira
Mark and Sandra Rippin Maria Di Blasio Jeffery and Shawn Mcrae Tommy Thompson
Gail and Bob Sippel Vicky Dimichele Laura Mercer Robin Toffolo and Michael Arnold
Alexandra Somers David Dinniwell and Alison Purvis John Metcalf Ray and Eleanor Vaz
St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School Janice Dragojlov Meryl E. Mitchell Rob Walker
Edith Wong and Yuen Leung Jennifer Dwyer Robert Mitchell Jack West
Katherine Dziedzic Caron Morrow April White
Fort Garry Industries Ross Munro Brent and Wendy Wilkins
$499 - $100 Denise Frenette Rita Nizamis and Jeremy Livingston Janet Wilkinson
Kyle Aebker Keith and Jeannie Garton Cowan Nur Alison and Bernard Williams
Reginald Arsenault Daniel Gonsalves Nak Paik and Vivian Chon Matthew and Meghan Yao
Joseph and Maureen Asselin Jean and Ian Grieve Brad Park Lindsay Zalot and Derek Banks
The Aubin Family Rick and Ann Hagerman Lisa Pilatzke Anonymous (3)
Rhonda Bagnall Ian Hallford Carolyn Podruchny
Greg Banero Melinda Harrison David and Tara Pollard
Sheila Barry Jeffrey and Margaret Hawkins Pricewaterhouse Coopers Canada
Gwen and Darrell Bartlett and Sons The Horlor Family Foundation
Every gift is important and we appreciate the
Christopher Beer contributions of all of our donors. A complete
Hreljac Family David Purvis list of donors can be found on our website.
Tracy Bennett Hubbard Insurance Brokers Ed and Susan Rempel Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy
Linda Bergman Ted Huey Luka Restek of our lists and we apologize for any error or
Sue and Sergio Bettio Thomas and Shirley Humble Francesco and Paola Riggio omission. Please contact us at 905-845-5597,
John Herold and Sharon Bibby-Herold Frank Hurst Kathy and Rick Robinson ext. 401 to correct our records.
Eric Birtles and Jacinthe Boudreau Ruth and Steven Johnson Rosemary and Ross Rosier
Jorge and Eduarda Calado Cindy Johnston Robert Russell
Mark and Katerina Canic Darren and Heather Kaine Akemi Sakiyama
CertainTeed Gypsum Canada Inc Kennedy Ford Sales Limited Mason and Alisha Sandford
N. Jean Champion Leslie and Lily Kerr Dr. Sheetal Sapra
Paul Chapman Luke Knibutat Andrea and Rob Scherer
Barb and Richard Chapman Richard and Lisa Kunow Mary Ann Schiralli
Nicholas Molo and Carol Chevalier The Kurina Family Industrial Alliance Insurance and
Peter Christiansen Deborah LaCourse Financial Services Inc.
Miyang Chu David Le Claire Tom Sitas
11We need YOU
Together, we have impacted lives in
personal and powerful ways. Almost every
day, people say “I owe a lot to the YMCA”
or that “the YMCA saved my life”. And the
honest truth is, none of this could happen
without you.
Your contributions change lives.
You are the author of our YMCA stories.
And the stories you help us write will be
both beautiful and remarkable.
YMCA of Oakville
410 Rebecca Street
Oakville, Ontario L6K 1K7
Te: 905-845-3417 Fax: 905-842-6792
info@oakville.ymca.ca
MISSION VISION VALUES
ymcaofoakville.com
The YMCA of Oakville is a charity that The YMCA of Oakville will be at the The YMCA of Oakville is a values-
strengthens community in spirit, mind forefront of positive change in the health based organization focused on six
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and body. and well-being of our community. core values: inclusiveness, health,
respect, responsibility, caring and @YMCAOakville
honesty.
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