Holiday hours update:
On Good Friday, April 3, health and fitness centres will be open from 8 am–4 pm. Regular hours resume on Saturday, April 4, and continue through Monday, April 6.
Financial Assistance
Your financial situation shouldn’t dictate your well-being. That’s why we offer financial assistance to those who need it so that you can access our community-driven Health and Fitness centres, whatever your income level.
Who Can Apply for Financial Assistance
If you can’t afford the full cost of a Health and Fitness membership at the Y, we invite you to apply. Our friendly staff will complete a confidential assessment of your need based on your income. You can apply for an individual membership or one for your entire family.
Our Impact
12,266 people helped
$3,331,000 in financial assistance provided
made possible by 1,804 donors
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are interested in applying for Financial Assistance simply complete the Financial Assistance application.
Once you have completed the form, a member of our team will follow-up with you. Each application is considered on an individual basis and a membership rate determined by the information provided.
Individuals or families who are unable to pay the full fee for a General membership or Family General membership due to financial circumstances.
All members are expected to pay a portion of the monthly fee, typically a minimum of 50%. We assess everyone individually and will discuss your options during your interview.
Along with your completed application please provide us with the most recent copies of the following income documentation that apply to you and/or your family for the last two months:
- Notice of Assessment (NOA)
- Bank statements (2 months)
- Pay stubs (2 months)
- ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) statements (2 months)
- Ontario Works statements (2 months)
Yes. Ask a YMCA staff member about family membership requirements for financial assistance. For the purpose of this application, the YMCA of Greater Toronto Health and Fitness Centres defines a family as two adults and their dependent children under 22 living in the same household.
Confidentiality: All information you provide will be kept confidential. We also ask that you keep the content of our interview confidential.
Commitment: A YMCA membership requires making your payments on time and using your membership regularly. The recommended minimum use is twice weekly.
Communication: If your financial situation changes and/or you no longer require assistance, please speak to a YMCA staff member. This enables the Y to help other individuals and families who are unable to pay the full fee.
Once you are approved for Financial Assistance, we will require either a credit card or your banking information to create your billing.
You can activate your membership by calling our Contact Centre at 416-928-9622 or 1-800-223-8024 Monday to Friday from 9 am to 8 pm, or going into your Health & Fitness Centre.
If you still have questions about applying for Financial Assistance, call our Contact Centre at 416-928-9622 or 1-800-223-8024.
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As a thriving charity, the YMCA provides hundreds of programs and services at over 500 locations in the GTA. From youth and older adult programs to immigrant and employment services to family support, our mission is to ignite the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
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