YMCA of Southwestern Ontario vice-president for facilities Andy Sullivan says its new space in the 300 Ouellette building represents the best of collaboration and thoughtful design.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario announced Tuesday the relocation of its Windsor newcomer and employment services office to the University of Windsor's downtown campus building, 300 Ouellette Ave.
Situated in the heart of downtown Windsor, the new YMCA facility will occupy a portion of the 300 Ouellette building, offering a more modern, accessible, and inspiring environment for both staff and participants. This relocation underscores the charity’s commitment to maintaining a strong presence in the city’s downtown core, said CEO Andrew Lockie.
“We are excited to work closely with the University of Windsor to create a vibrant and welcoming hub for our participants, while enhancing our collective impact on the community,” Lockie said. “Together, we aim to cultivate an environment where everyone can connect, thrive, and contribute to the rich tapestry of the City of Windsor.”
UWindsor president Robert Gordon said the move has the potential to expand recreational programming, experiential learning opportunities, and community benefits in the near future.
“By effectively harnessing the outreach and facilities capacity of both organizations, this partnership has the ability to generate local impact in the downtown core and beyond,” Dr. Gordon said.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario operates in more than 200 locations from Goderich to Point Pelee, Windsor to Woodstock. Its office in 300 Ouellette Ave. is scheduled to be completed by the fall of 2025.