Engagement

Community Involvement 

Sistership members spread our message of hope, strength, and wellness  through paddling and cultivating a presence in our community. 

YMCA

Sistership has a long-standing relationship with the YMCA. They have kindly provided space for pre-season dryland and pool training sessions in  their facilities. In addition, the YMCA generously donates full -year  memberships to Sistership paddlers.  

In appreciation, Sistership participates in: 

The “Let’s Raise” Campaign 

Each year Sistership runs a fundraising drive in conjunction with the YMCA  “Lets Raise” campaign. The Sistership  organization matches paddlers’  monetary donations. The YMCA uses  these donations to give financial assistance so that no one is turned 

Camp Chief Hector 

Sistership rolls up our sleeves each spring out at Camp Chief Hector! Members spend the day preparing the site for campers. Sistership members enjoy a beautiful day in the mountains while lending a helping hand.

 

CIBC Run for the Cure

Sistership supports this event by registering a team to raise funds. We also host a booth to promote wellness and community through paddling for breast cancer survivors.

BRA Day

Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day was founded to promote access,  education, and awareness regarding reconstructive breast surgery.  

Sistership provides volunteer support through various roles, such as event set up,  admittance desk attendant, and refreshments. We also host an information booth to  help bring awareness associated with paddling and wellness.