You’re Invited to The Grove YMCA Open House (November 10th, 5-7PM)

Our latest Youth Wellness Hub is officially open at the YMCA of Three Rivers- 130 Woodland Glen Dr, Guelph, ON (find us on the 2nd floor). The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Wellington Guelph is a collaborative project, with the aim of providing youth ages 12-25 with the support they need to build positive, bright futures.

To celebrate our latest hub we are hosting an Open House on Monday November 10th from 5-7pm.

Meet Tyler McGregor, Captain of Canada’s national Para ice hockey team since 2019 at our Open House. Tyler McGregor is regarded as one of the best players in the world. A 3-time Paralympian, McGregor helped Canada capture silver at the 2018 winter games and bronze at the 2014 winter games. In addition to his Olympic success, McGregor is a 2-time world champion and three-time worlds silver medallist. 

Tyler, like many Canadian boys, grew up with dreams of one day playing in the National Hockey League. Following a leg injury in a hockey tournament, it was discovered that Tyler had Spindle Cell Sarcoma, a form of cancer that would result in Tyler’s left leg needing to be amputated to save his life. Rather than giving up on his hockey dreams, Tyler began to play sledge hockey, quickly emerging as a national star. His resilience, perseverance and determination through unfortunate circumstances are what have led him to be the leader and competitor he is today. 

Now, Tyler uses his own story to lead the charge for inclusion in hockey, and sport, both across Canada and globally. 

Our new Grove space has so much to offer: a sensory room – a calming environment with soft furnishings and LED lights, designed to support youth with anxiety or sensory sensitivities, a Lake Room – a peaceful, multi-use space for relaxing, games, or workshops. A Camp Room – a cozy, nature-inspired hangout space. A Lounge and Activity Space – a vibrant, high-energy room with games, and activities, and a Maker Space – a creative hub with tools for hands-on learning and expression equipped with 3D printers, a Cricut, embroidery machine and more!

Click here to register for the open house and receive your free t-shirt (*while supplies last*).