The YMCA of Medicine Hat announces plans to open Y Treasure Thrift Store!

[Medicine Hat, Alberta, March 25, 2024] - The YMCA of Medicine Hat is pleased to announce it will be

extending its impact in the community with the opening of the Y Treasure Thrift Store! Located at 450 3rd

Street SE in downtown Medicine Hat, this store will be a social enterprise that supports YMCA youth and

employment programs, while also raising funds to reinvest back into the charity. Aligning with the YMCA’s

mission and strategic plan, Y Treasure Thrift Store will enhance existing YMCA programs while serving the

community in new ways.

This location most recently housed The Post Thrift Store. Operated by the Canadian Mental Health

Association (CMHA) for over 44 years, The Post provided supported work opportunities for individuals

experiencing mental health issues while generating revenue to fund CMHA’s community programs.

Although Y Treasure is a new store with a slightly different mandate, the YMCA is grateful for The Post’s

legacy in Medicine Hat and looks forward to ensuring the location remains a social enterprise in support

of a community charity.

“We believe charitable thrift stores play a vital role in our community by providing options for low-cost

merchandise, employment and volunteer opportunities, and diverting items from the landfill,” says

Sharon Hayward, CEO of the YMCA, “The YMCA will honor the legacy of CMHA staff and volunteers as the

store evolves to support the programs and services of a different charity.”

The YMCA expects to spend approximately 2 months preparing to open the store. Staff recruitment will

begin shortly with positions posted at www.medicinehatymca.ca/job-postings . All applicants, including

former CMHA employees, are welcome to apply. Volunteer opportunities will be shared once staff

positions have been filled. A community donation drive is being planned to support the store opening in

late May/early June. More details will be shared with the community once plans are finalized.

About YMCA of Medicine Hat

YMCA of Medicine Hat is a charity dedicated to building healthy communities. For more than 60 years,

YMCA of Medicine Hat has been committed to nurturing the potential of children, youth, and families,

promoting healthy living, and fostering belonging and connection within the community. This charitable

organization offers programs and services that positively impact the entire community, including

health/fitness/aquatics, employment services, child care, day camps, and various youth and community

programs.