YMCA BC Kids Walk presented by Odlum Brown set a Kids World Record while supporting local communities.
July 9, 2025 - Greater Vancouver, Kamloops, Northern BC – On Wednesday, May 28th the 2nd Annual YMCA BC Kids Walk presented by Odlum Brown saw over 4.3K kids from YMCA child care programs across the province take meaningful steps throughout their communities to raise funds so that other children and youth can access valuable YMCA programming. These programs include Child Care, Camp, Swim Lessons, Sports Leagues and membership to YMCA Health, Fitness and Aquatics centres.
This year’s event raised close to $61,000 in funding, and making this year’s walk even more historic is that our Y kids set a Kids World Record for most kids walking in superhero costumes.
Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Odlum Brown for their continued support and helping us every step of the way to achieve this level of success and for their commitment to our Y Kids & families.
YMCA BC Kids Walk Highlights:
- Hosted at 150 YMCA BC Child Care programs around the province
- Over 4.3K kids and 600 child care staff participated in the walk
- Steps were taken in many communities across the province including Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Sunshine Coast, Kamloops, Prince George, Vanderhoof, Chetwynd, Tumbler Ridge, Dawson Creek, and Fort St John
In addition to raising funds, this annual event highlights the importance of activity and movement for children and youth.
It was a day where our Y kids, Child Care teams and Y-Rex, the unofficial Y mascot, came together, donned superhero masks & capes and walked to ensure financial barriers do not limit a child’s ability to access life-enhancing YMCA programs and reach their full potential.
Here at YMCA BC, we ignite belonging by enabling everyone in our communities to have equitable access to healthier outcomes. The YMCA BC Kids Walk presented by Odlum Brown is just one way we are carrying out this purpose.
We invite you to learn more about the YMCA BC Kids Walk presented by Odlum Brown at: ymcabckidswalk.ca
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About YMCA BC
By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC builds vibrant, healthy, and inclusive communities for all. With over 3,100 dedicated employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves more than 150,000 individuals of all ages, stages, backgrounds, and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing needs, including health and wellness, affordable child care, camps, mental health, employment services and newcomer supports. At our core, the YMCA is committed to creating safe spaces and welcoming experiences where everyone belongs. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.
Contact:
Oliver Lam
Director, Marketing and Communications, YMCA BC
oliver.lam@bc.ymca.ca