Shawn McKillop, APR
@shawnmckillop.bsky.social
Balancing leadership with a love for community, family, a dog named Frankie, and doughnuts. #HamOnt #BurlOn #Brantford #YMCA
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Yesterday's announcement of up to $25 million for a new Downtown Hamilton Family YMCA will bring together community as part of our government's plan to build Canada and Hamilton strong.
November 9, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Yesterday's announcement of up to $25 million for a new Downtown Hamilton Family YMCA will bring together community as part of our government's plan to build Canada and Hamilton strong.
Coverage from CHCH about new YMCA Downtown facility and housing project. Great win for #HamOnt #YMCAHBB www.chch.com/chch-news/fe...
Federal boost helps launch new YMCA and housing project in downtown Hamilton
The federal government is giving a boost to a local YMCA housing project in downtown Hamilton and the current location will be sold to make way for more housing.
www.chch.com
November 9, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Coverage from CHCH about new YMCA Downtown facility and housing project. Great win for #HamOnt #YMCAHBB www.chch.com/chch-news/fe...
Grateful to celebrate today’s federal investment in the new Hamilton Downtown Family #YMCA — a modern, inclusive, and sustainable Centre of Community where health, connection, and belonging come together in the heart of the city.
Thank you, Government of Canada.
Thank you, Government of Canada.
November 8, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Grateful to celebrate today’s federal investment in the new Hamilton Downtown Family #YMCA — a modern, inclusive, and sustainable Centre of Community where health, connection, and belonging come together in the heart of the city.
Thank you, Government of Canada.
Thank you, Government of Canada.
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The federal budget includes a funding commitment for a new 55,000 sq ft Downtown Hamilton YMCA.
The YMCA is part of a massive proposal to redevelop an entire Downtown block with two 32-storey rental towers, ~700 units, and the development is personally led by Jennifer Keesmaat #HamOnt
The federal budget includes a funding commitment for a new 55,000 sq ft Downtown Hamilton YMCA.
The YMCA is part of a massive proposal to redevelop an entire Downtown block with two 32-storey rental towers, ~700 units, and the development is personally led by Jennifer Keesmaat #HamOnt
Federal Budget Includes Funding Commitment for New Downtown Hamilton YMCA
New 55,000 sq ft YMCA facility part of mixed-use project with approximately 700 rental units in two 32-storey towers proposed by Jennifer Keesmaat's Collecdev-Markee Developments
thepublicrecord.ca
November 4, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Now on TPR
The federal budget includes a funding commitment for a new 55,000 sq ft Downtown Hamilton YMCA.
The YMCA is part of a massive proposal to redevelop an entire Downtown block with two 32-storey rental towers, ~700 units, and the development is personally led by Jennifer Keesmaat #HamOnt
The federal budget includes a funding commitment for a new 55,000 sq ft Downtown Hamilton YMCA.
The YMCA is part of a massive proposal to redevelop an entire Downtown block with two 32-storey rental towers, ~700 units, and the development is personally led by Jennifer Keesmaat #HamOnt
October 31, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care is one of the greatest accomplishments of our government; for families and our economy. Now comes time to strengthen and improve the system. I was thrilled so many providers and advocates joined for a thoughtful discussion. (1/2)
October 15, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care is one of the greatest accomplishments of our government; for families and our economy. Now comes time to strengthen and improve the system. I was thrilled so many providers and advocates joined for a thoughtful discussion. (1/2)
Love that Three Rivers YMCA is partnered with Upper Grand District School Board #UGDSB and continuing with Project Search, like we are again at #YMCAHBB with #HWDSB at the Downtown #HamOnt branch! educationnewscanada.com/article/educ...
Upper Grand District School Board - Project SEARCH program welcomes new students
Following an incredibly successful inaugural year, a new cohort of students is set to join the UGDSB's Project SEARCH programs. Project SEARCH is a unique school-to-work learning initiativ. . .
educationnewscanada.com
September 17, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Love that Three Rivers YMCA is partnered with Upper Grand District School Board #UGDSB and continuing with Project Search, like we are again at #YMCAHBB with #HWDSB at the Downtown #HamOnt branch! educationnewscanada.com/article/educ...
Three in four Canadians between the ages of 18 and 34 say they do not feel a sense of community, according to new research released Monday by #YMCA Canada winnipegsun.com/news/nationa...
YMCA report finds young Canadians lack community ties
YMCA survey finds 3 in 4 young Canadians lack a sense of community, with barriers like cost, time and social anxiety. Read more.
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September 16, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Three in four Canadians between the ages of 18 and 34 say they do not feel a sense of community, according to new research released Monday by #YMCA Canada winnipegsun.com/news/nationa...
Great welcome to the #BurlOn Devilrays at the Ron Edwards YMCA! burlingtongazette.ca/bad-is-back-...
BAD is back in the water
By Gazette Staff September 11th, 2025 BURLINGTON, ON Burlington Aquatic Devilrays (BAD) are officially back in the water! This week, the club hosted its annual Welcome Back Meeting at the Ro…
burlingtongazette.ca
September 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Great welcome to the #BurlOn Devilrays at the Ron Edwards YMCA! burlingtongazette.ca/bad-is-back-...
#YMCAHBB to open second location for program to help students avoid repeat suspensions #HamOnt #HWDSB #YMCA >> www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
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September 9, 2025 at 1:09 PM
#YMCAHBB to open second location for program to help students avoid repeat suspensions #HamOnt #HWDSB #YMCA >> www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
Proud to support The Long Walk Home, a 72-km journey from Brantford to Hamilton raising vital funds for the #YMCAHBB Men’s Residence. Looking forward to cheering on the walkers on Day 2! Donate: www.ysaveslives.ca
September 6, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Proud to support The Long Walk Home, a 72-km journey from Brantford to Hamilton raising vital funds for the #YMCAHBB Men’s Residence. Looking forward to cheering on the walkers on Day 2! Donate: www.ysaveslives.ca
#HamOnt Coun. Pauls set to walk 72km for YMCA! The Long Walk Home takes place Sept. 5-6. www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
Hamilton councillor walking 72 kilometres for the YMCA
Esther Pauls and nine additional walkers raising money for downtown facility
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September 5, 2025 at 1:19 PM
#HamOnt Coun. Pauls set to walk 72km for YMCA! The Long Walk Home takes place Sept. 5-6. www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
Our Back on Track by the #YMCAHBB program is expanding this September!
Program supports students aged 12–17 who have been suspended or are at risk, helping them build confidence & return to school. We’ll reach more youth, removing barriers to graduation. #HamOnt
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Program supports students aged 12–17 who have been suspended or are at risk, helping them build confidence & return to school. We’ll reach more youth, removing barriers to graduation. #HamOnt
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YMCA program for students given school suspensions set to expand to East Hamilton | CBC News
Back on Track by the Y, launched in Hamilton in 2022 to help students aged 12 to 17 who have been suspended or are at risk of suspension, is now expanding to East Hamilton.
www.cbc.ca
August 26, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Our Back on Track by the #YMCAHBB program is expanding this September!
Program supports students aged 12–17 who have been suspended or are at risk, helping them build confidence & return to school. We’ll reach more youth, removing barriers to graduation. #HamOnt
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Program supports students aged 12–17 who have been suspended or are at risk, helping them build confidence & return to school. We’ll reach more youth, removing barriers to graduation. #HamOnt
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Language is more than words. It is connection, confidence and belonging. At YMCA Immigrant Services in #Brantford, staff speak many languages, from Albanian to Urdu to Spanish, to help newcomers feel at home. >> www.brantfordexpositor.ca/news/local-n...
Language a key factor for newcomers to Brantford and area
Staff at the YMCA Immigrant Services office in Brantford can welcome new arrivals to the city in a lot of different languages.
www.brantfordexpositor.ca
August 25, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Language is more than words. It is connection, confidence and belonging. At YMCA Immigrant Services in #Brantford, staff speak many languages, from Albanian to Urdu to Spanish, to help newcomers feel at home. >> www.brantfordexpositor.ca/news/local-n...
New partnership gives Burlington Aquatic Devilrays access to #YMCAHBB and city pools>> Read more: www.burlingtontoday.com/local-news/n...
New partnership gives Burlington Aquatic Devilrays access to YMCA and city pools
The Burlington Aquatic Devilrays are diving back into action after securing a new agreement that grants them access to both YMCA and city-owned pools
www.burlingtontoday.com
August 7, 2025 at 9:36 PM
New partnership gives Burlington Aquatic Devilrays access to #YMCAHBB and city pools>> Read more: www.burlingtontoday.com/local-news/n...
The City of #Brantford, #YMCAHBB & Brantford Police launch the summer YES Program: free 6-week series for ages 12–18 with fun YMCA activities, workshops on relationships & safety, volunteer hours, and chances to connect with community leaders.
Learn more: www.brantford.ca/en/city-anno...
Learn more: www.brantford.ca/en/city-anno...
City announces summer edition of YES Program with YMCA and Brantford Police
The City of Brantford, in collaboration with the YMCA of Hamilton Burlington Brantford and Brantford Police Service, are pleased to announce the return of the free Youth Engagement Series (YES) progra...
www.brantford.ca
July 2, 2025 at 3:05 PM
The City of #Brantford, #YMCAHBB & Brantford Police launch the summer YES Program: free 6-week series for ages 12–18 with fun YMCA activities, workshops on relationships & safety, volunteer hours, and chances to connect with community leaders.
Learn more: www.brantford.ca/en/city-anno...
Learn more: www.brantford.ca/en/city-anno...
An incredible educator and true community champion. Excited to see all you’ll accomplish in your next chapter! www.flamboroughtoday.com/local-news/g...
Goodbye, Mr. Flosman: WDHS history teacher retires after 31-year career
'I just didn’t do the status quo when it came to history,' says the educator who founded the Waterdown Museum of Hope
www.flamboroughtoday.com
June 26, 2025 at 7:35 PM
An incredible educator and true community champion. Excited to see all you’ll accomplish in your next chapter! www.flamboroughtoday.com/local-news/g...
A true example of partners coming together to rebuild, restore, and reimagine support for residents. Thanks for coming @chchnews.bsky.social. More coverage here: www.chch.com/chch-news/ar...
June 24, 2025 at 12:47 PM
A true example of partners coming together to rebuild, restore, and reimagine support for residents. Thanks for coming @chchnews.bsky.social. More coverage here: www.chch.com/chch-news/ar...
Nearly one year after the Men’s Residence fire, YMCA reopens the third floor with support from #HamOnt and community partners... renewing our commitment to transitional housing and resident supports.
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Third floor of Downtown Hamilton YMCA Men’s Residence to reopen July 2
Nearly a year after a fire forced its closure, the floor will return with a Transitional Living Program
www.flamboroughtoday.com
June 24, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Nearly one year after the Men’s Residence fire, YMCA reopens the third floor with support from #HamOnt and community partners... renewing our commitment to transitional housing and resident supports.
www.flamboroughtoday.com/local-news/t...
www.flamboroughtoday.com/local-news/t...
Big congratulations to Paul Gibel, our new Chair of the Board at #YMCAHBB! Grateful to Alyssa Lai for her incredible leadership and service as Past Chair. 👏 burlingtongazette.ca/ymca-hamilto...
YMCA – Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford announce new Board appointments
By Staff June 3rd, 2025 BURLINGTON, ON The Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford YMCA welcomed new Board leadership to guide the organization into its next chapter. The Board of Directors has electe…
burlingtongazette.ca
June 4, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Big congratulations to Paul Gibel, our new Chair of the Board at #YMCAHBB! Grateful to Alyssa Lai for her incredible leadership and service as Past Chair. 👏 burlingtongazette.ca/ymca-hamilto...
Let’s fill a bus and send kids to camp this summer! Every seat means a chance to grow, play, and belong. Support access to YMCA Camps today. www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
YMCA Hamilton-Burlington-Brantford launches ‘Fill the Bus’ campaign
Organization hoping to raise $75,000 by May 31 to send children to summer camp.
www.thespec.com
May 15, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Let’s fill a bus and send kids to camp this summer! Every seat means a chance to grow, play, and belong. Support access to YMCA Camps today. www.thespec.com/news/hamilto...
Great hockey. Great country! 🇨🇦
February 21, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Great hockey. Great country! 🇨🇦
#ymcahbb celebrates 'year of remarkable growth' in Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford
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YMCA celebrates 'year of remarkable growth' in Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford
Annual meeting highlights achievements, sets 2025 budget
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February 8, 2025 at 9:58 PM
#ymcahbb celebrates 'year of remarkable growth' in Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford
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Had the opportunity to attend the Mayor’s State of the City Address with Mayor #MarianneMeedWard. It was a great session filled with insights as she shared her vision and plans for #BurlOn in 2025. Excited for the future of the city!
January 24, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Had the opportunity to attend the Mayor’s State of the City Address with Mayor #MarianneMeedWard. It was a great session filled with insights as she shared her vision and plans for #BurlOn in 2025. Excited for the future of the city!