Our Y is Supporting Evacuees
Recharge, connect, and take a break from the stress of evacuation.
The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is providing safe places for wildfire evacuees to find some respite, comfort, and a sense of normalcy through access to health and fitness amenities and community support.
We invite the community to join us for:
- A special community evening at the Kelowna Family Y on Friday, August 14 with free access to swimming, showers, gymnasium, fitness areas, extra activities for children, and a family movie with popcorn.
- Ongoing free drop-in access to the Kelowna Family Y*—pool, hot tub, sauna, showers, gymnasium, walking track, and fitness studio.
- Free entry to the Parkway Gym in Penticton from August 12–21—try basketball, volleyball, hockey, yoga, and strength.
Special Community Evening
Kelowna Family Y
375 Hartman Road
Friday, August 14
5:30–8:30 p.m.
- Welcome & Resource Support—Access to essential information and resources.
- Shower & Personal Care—Clean towels, bathroom facilities, and basic supplies.
- Family Swim—Enjoy the pool—including inflatable obstacle course—for fun, relaxation, and stress relief.
- Open Gym Recreation—Space to be active through games, sports, and more.
- Youth Zone (Ages 6–15)—Safe and supervised space for teens to hang out and connect.
- Children's Activities—Age-appropriate fun for younger children to learn and play.
- Family Movie & Popcorn—Wind down together with a family-friendly movie and popcorn to enjoy, connect, and share.
Free Facility Access
Kelowna Family Y
375 Hartman Road
Wildfire evacuees can drop in for free to access:
- Showers
- Child minding
- Gymnasium
- Indoor swimming pools
- Diving boards
- Hot tub and sauna
- Fitness studio
- Indoor walking track
Free Gym Access
Parkway Gym
225 Kinney Ave, Penticton
August 12–21
Weekdays
9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Ages 9–14:
- Basketball
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. - Volleyball
1–3 p.m. - Floor Hockey
3:30–5:30 p.m.
Ages 15+:
- Mat Yoga
9:30–10:30 a.m. - Strength
4:30–5:30 p.m.
*How to Access the YMCA's Fire Evacuee Support:
Fire-evacuated households can access our services by presenting identification (driver's license or any other form of photo ID) that confirms your address within the fire-evacuated areas.
Contact Information
For information about evacuee support at the Kelowna Family Y, call 250-491-9622 or email membership@ymcasibc.ca
For information about evacuee support at the Parkway Gym, please call 250-864-9046