YMCA Aims to Boost Family Wellness with Free Day of Outdoor Fun

Saint John, NB: The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick is inviting families to step outside, get active, and reconnect with nature this Saturday, July 19, during Healthy Kids Day, a free community event held at the Glenn Carpenter Centre from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Part of a national YMCA initiative, Healthy Kids Day is designed to improve the health and well-being of children and families by encouraging active play and healthy habits during the summer months and beyond. Local YMCAs across Canada host similar events, reflecting a shared commitment to building stronger, healthier communities.

This year’s celebration features a wide variety of outdoor activities for all ages, including canoeing, kayaking, guided yoga, games, prizes, and a barbecue lunch. Families will also have the opportunity to try the Centre’s brand-new inflatable water park.

“The YMCA is committed to being a place where people can build positive health outcomes - physically, mentally, and socially,” said Shilo Boucher, President and CEO of the YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick. “Healthy Kids Day is a great example of how we activate that commitment by making wellness accessible, joyful, and community-driven.”

No registration is required, and all activities are free of charge. The Glenn Carpenter Centre is located at 135 Glenn Carpenter Lane, off Foster Thurston Road in Saint John.

For full event details, visit: swnb.ymca.ca/HealthyKidsDay