The countdown is on! With just one year to go until the YMCA World Council 2026 in Toronto, the excitement is building across the global Movement. This latest edition of World Council News highlights the official launch of Early Bird Registration, a powerful call to ‘Transform’ in a changing world, and practical updates to help you prepare.

Don’t miss the chance to register at a discounted rate and secure your spot at the YMCA’s biggest global gathering.

Get ready for the YMCA’s largest global gathering! Under the theme “Transform”, World Council 2026 will bring together over 1,000 YMCA leaders and partners from around the world to Toronto, Canada, from 19–24 July 2026. This six-day experience will focus on governance, innovation, and real-world action aligned with YMCA Vision 2030.

Early Bird registration opens on 21 July 2025, with special rates for young people, eligible countries, and retirees.

Don’t miss this moment to shape the future of the global YMCA movement.