YMCA offers free facilities access in Edmonton to evacuees fleeing Jasper wildfire

/EIN News/ -- EDMONTON, Alberta, July 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With many of the thousands of residents affected by the Jasper wildfire fleeing east to Edmonton, YMCA of Northern Alberta is offering evacuees free access to the four YMCA health, fitness and aquatics centres in Edmonton. Individuals and families are welcome to access these locations free of charge for recreational use, showering and drop-in programming during standard hours of operation.

Evacuees can walk into any of the locations listed below and by showing photo ID may use the facilities for no charge for the duration of the evacuation:

Castle Downs Family YMCA 11510 153 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5X 6A3	Jamie Platz Family YMCA 7121 178 St NW Edmonton, AB T5T 5T9
Don Wheaton Family YMCA 10211 102 Ave Edmonton, AB T6A 0S4	William Lutsky Family YMCA 1975 111 St NW Edmonton, AB TT6J 7C6

Information about hours of operation and available facilities and programs at each location can be found on the YMCA’s website at ymcanab.ca/locations.

About YMCA of Northern Alberta

YMCA of Northern Alberta is a registered charity dedicated to building healthy communities since 1907. From providing quality child care and supporting people in their health and wellness to delivering important community outreach programs, the YMCA works to strengthen communities in the Red Deer, Wood Buffalo, Grande Prairie and Edmonton regions. For more information, visit ymcanab.ca.

Contact:
                    Deanna Barker
                    Director, Marketing & Communications
                    YMCA of Northern Alberta
                    780-566-0004
                    deanna.barker@ymcanab.ca