YMCA to be living classroom for Collège Boréal’s Fitness and Health Promotion program students
Collège Boréal and the YMCA of the National Capital Region are pleased to announce their new partnership. The YMCA health, fitness and aquatics spaces will be real-life learning environments for Collège Boréal’s Fitness and Health Promotion program students.
This is the first Canadian YMCA to partner with a post-secondary institution on an academic program. This French-language program is already delivered at the Collège Boréal Sudbury campus and is now coming to Collège Boréal’s new Ottawa campus.
The partnership will benefit Collège Boréal students and YMCA members. The YMCA will be a living classroom for these students to acquire expertise in designing health promotion programs, assessing physical activity needs, and communicating effectively with various audiences. These students are preparing for careers in public health, physical education and community wellness.
Students benefit from learning and practicing in real-life environments, as is also done in many teaching environments, including nursing homes, veterinary programs and more.
YMCA members will have opportunities to benefit from the students’ presence and support the students in their studies. There will be YMCA facility enhancements for everyone.
Program registration is open. Potential students interested in registering for the September 2025 program can visit the Collège Boréal website.
About YMCA National Capital Region
Founded in 1867, the YMCA of the National Capital Region is a registered charity dedicated to building healthy communities. The organization is committed to nurturing the potential of children, teens and young adults, promoting healthy living and supporting vulnerable people within the community. The Y serves thousands of people across the Ottawa region each year. Focusing on inclusiveness and accessibility means people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities are served through all stages of life. To learn more, visit ymcaottawa.ca.
Source: YMCA of the National Capital Region
