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Since 1902 we have proudly provided much needed services and programs to the community of St. Thomas and Elgin County. Read more…
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Recent News

Summer Aquatics Pool Facility Attendant & Monitor(s)
The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, established over 110 years ago, is a not for profit, social service agency governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The YWCA is currently accepting applications for Pool Facility Attendant & Monitor(s) for Summer Aquatic Programs...

Summer Aquatics Staff (various positions)
The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, established over 110 years ago, is a not for profit, social service agency governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The YWCA is currently accepting applications for Lifeguards, Swim Instructors and Water Safety Assistants for Summer...

Before and After School Split Shift Relief Staff – Aylmer & East Elgin
The YWCA St.Thomas-Elgin is a Not-For-Profit organization founded in 1902 in St.Thomas-Elgin. The School Age Childcare department has been serving families in our region since the 1970's. We serve nine schools and have 14 programs across St.Thomas and Elgin County....

Preventing A Lockdown Generation – YWCA Canada Report 2021
The last year and a half has challenged us all, especially young people. From frustrating school disruptions to heartbreaking job layoffs to the concerning mental health crisis, this is not how young people envisioned starting out their adult lives. If we don’t do...