Sun City Dental has championed upgrades to the Men's Health Plus Club changeroom at the downtown YMCA. (Photo Submitted)

By Chris Brown

Donation from Sun City Dental produces smiles at YMCA

Apr 17, 2022 | 9:45 AM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – A local dental office is going outside its area of expertise and outside its walls to invest in the health of the community

Sun City Dental has donated $75,000 to the YMCA of Medicine Hat for renovations to the Men’s Health Plus Club changeroom at the downtown YMCA.

“It’s important to us to invest in men’s wellness,” says Chris Baba, owner of Sun City Dental, in a release. “The last two years have highlighted the struggles in our community related to men’s mental health. The YMCA’s Men’s Health Plus Club is a safe and welcoming place where men can find a sense of belonging, feel connected to community, and improve their overall wellness. We are proud to contribute to men’s wellness in our community through this investment at the YMCA.”

Improvements to the area include hot tub mechanical, plumbing and electrical upgrades, new flooring, and updated fixtures and countertops.

The upgrades are part of a $3-million YMCA campaign to make improvements to the downtown branch.

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“We are incredibly grateful for the community’s response to this capital campaign. Sun City Dental’s champion sponsorship has led to additional sponsorships from the community, and we hope to see this trend continue,” says CEO Sharon Hayward in the release.

“The YMCA of Medicine Hat has been here for 60 years, and we intend to be here for another 60, thanks to the support of our community.”

Two other donations were also singled out in the release.

• The Miller family – YMCA Aquatics Centre sponsor

• The estate of Alex McDougald – Accessibility sponsor to create an inclusive washroom and install a new wheelchair elevator

To find out how you can help the YMCA visit medicinehatymca.ca or contact Helene Nicholson, philanthropy director, at helene.nicholson@medicinehatymca.ca or 403-527-4426, ext. 130