Huntsville YMCA Employment & Learning

06/12/2026

Thinking about starting your own business?💡

Register for our FREE “How to Start a Business” Zoom workshop on June 24, 2026 hosted by Elizabeth Cornish, Managing Business Consultant for the Muskoka Small Business Centre.

We’ll cover:
✔️ Business Registration
✔️ Business Structure (Sole Proprietorship vs. Corporation)
✔️ HST
✔️ WSIB
✔️ Insurance
✔️ Business Banking
…and more!

🔗 Register now: https://calendly.com/book-msbc/how-to-start-a-business?month=2026-06&date=2026-06-24

Town of Bracebridge
Town of Huntsville, Muskoka, Ontario
Town of Gravenhurst
Township of Lake of Bays, Muskoka
Township of Georgian Bay
Township of Muskoka Lakes
Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce
Huntsville/Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce
The Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce
Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Port Sydney/Utterson & Area Chamber of Commerce
Muskoka Collective
IION - Innovation Initiatives Ontario North
Muskoka Futures
Futurpreneur
Huntsville YMCA Employment & Learning
YWCA Muskoka
Agilec Bracebridge

06/08/2026

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25 years. 72 hours. 1 life-changing opportunity.

Registration is officially open for the 25th anniversary of the Muskoka Novel Marathon – a one-of-a-kind weekend where writers come together to create new work, challenge themselves, and support adult literacy services.

Sign up here: https://www.muskokanovelmarathon.com/

Come to write, get judges feedback, and compete for Best Novel or Best Spanish-Language Novel. If you win, your manuscript will be submitted to publisher At Bay Press in Winnipeg for review and feedback.

July 16-19, 2026
Port Sydney Community Hall
Registration $100 in person or $25 virtual

40 in-person seats and unlimited online seats available. Meals, coffee (so much coffee), and tea included. Plus, commemorative swag, celebratory moments, cake, prizes for top fundraisers, and opportunities for new workshops focused on writing, fundraising, and the marathon’s history, in advance, too.

Join us in celebrating this milestone year and be part of the next great story.

Writers Helping Readers for 25 Years.

06/08/2026

The District Municipality of Muskoka is hiring for a number of positions! Click below to learn more or apply 👇

Looking for a New Job - We're Hiring! 👋
We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

📈 Finance and Corporate Services
- Manager, Information Technology Service Delivery and End-User Experience

🚧 Engineering and Public Works
- Asset Management Coordinator
- Operator

🤝 Community and Planning Services
- Manager, Watershed Programs
- EarlyON Educator

⚖️ Legislative Services
- Manager, Courts Administration

🌲 The Pines Long-Term Care Home
- Registered Nurse

🩺 Fairvern Long-Term Care Home
- Food Service Worker
- Registered Nurse

🚑 Muskoka Paramedic Services
- Primary Care Paramedic

💻📲 Learn more about these opportunities and apply today at: www.muskoka.on.ca/careers

06/04/2026

Discover Your Personality. Strengthen Your Wellness

Have you ever wondered why certain situations energize you while others leave you drained?

Join us for a FREE three-part workshop where you'll explore your personality style and learn how it influences your relationships, communication, stress levels, and overall well-being.

Through the Personality Dimensions assessment process, you'll gain valuable insight into what motivates you, how you interact with others, and what helps you thrive. You'll also develop a personalized wellness strategy tailored to your unique strengths and needs.

🌟 What you'll take away:
• A better understanding of yourself and others
• Greater awareness of your personal strengths
• Practical tools to support your mental and physical wellness
• A customized self-care plan you can put into action right away

📅 Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
June 9, 16 & 23, 2026

📍 Gravenhurst YMCA
101 Centennial Drive, Gravenhurst

💲 FREE to attend, but registration is required

📞 Questions or Registration:
Call: 705-787-0349 ext. 9909
📧 Email: [email protected]

Take the first step toward greater self-awareness and wellness—we'd love to see you there!

06/02/2026

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the histories, cultures, voices, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. It is also a meaningful time to reflect on the importance of truth, reconciliation, and consistent action toward a more equitable future.

At the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, we continue to deepen our understanding of Indigenous histories, perspectives, and experiences. Through ongoing learning and relationship building, we remain dedicated to fostering spaces where Indigenous voices, cultures, and experiences are honoured and uplifted.

Learn more about our Truth and Reconciliation efforts at https://ymca.ca/en/what-we-do/truth-reconciliation

06/01/2026

Join us in celebrating National AccessAbility Week! Every action matters, and we can all contribute to advancing accessibility and inclusion in our communities. At MKES we are committed to breaking down barriers to employment for all, and creating more inclusive workplaces. Learn more about how we can help both job seekers and employers: https://flemingemploymenthub.ca

06/01/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength and brilliance of YMCA staff, volunteers, members, participants, donors, and partners who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka continues to be committed to creating welcoming, inclusive spaces where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to be their authentic selves. While progress has been made, there is still important work ahead, and we remain dedicated to advancing equity, belonging, and well-being for all.

05/31/2026

Access changes everything. When barriers are removed, people feel seen, valued, and ready to thrive. At the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, accessibility is a priority, from inclusive spaces and programs to financial assistance and community supports that open doors for all.

National AccessAbility Week is a reminder that Canada is stronger and more accessible when inclusion is built through everyday actions, shared spaces, and a commitment to belonging for all.

Together, let’s strive to be part of creating moments where everyone can participate, connect, and shine.

05/29/2026

🌟 Discover More About Yourself and Others! 🌟
YMCA Learning Services - is excited to offer a FREE in-person workshop on Personality Dimensions!

📅 Wednesdays: June 9 – June 23
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💻 Gravenhurst YMCA - 101 Centennial Drive

Learn about different personality styles, improve communication skills, strengthen teamwork, and gain valuable insight into yourself and others in a supportive and interactive environment.
Spaces may be limited — If you register/participate you will receive a FREE GUEST PASS to the Gravenhurst YMCA!