Hi swim families, With evacuees from Fort Providence and Whati in town, we thought it might be nice to help give these kiddos a chance to go swimming. Since many families may have left in a hurry, we thought we could do a swim suit drive. We have yet to coordinate with the Aquatic Centre (they're closed today), but the plan would be to have swim suits that kids could pickup at the pool to use. If this plan doesn't pan out, we will bring the donations to our fall...

Hi swim families, We have an opportunity to run bingo at Tree of Peace for Friday, September 12th and/or Thursday, September 18th if we can get enough volunteers. If you’re interested in getting a head start on fundraising for the 2025-26 swim season, each shift earns $100 to your fundraising quota/bank. September Tree of Peace Bingos We are looking for volunteers for the 4:30-7:30pm and 7-10pm shifts. Anyone 16 years and up can help. We need up to 10 volunteers. Contact Angie at 867-444-1231 or [email protected] to sign-up or to...

Hi swim families, We’re kicking off our fundraising initiatives and looking for volunteers! September TV Bingos The Polar Bears are hosting TV Bingos on September 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th. We are looking for 2 volunteers for each date, from 5:30-7pm. Volunteers will be responsible for answering telephones and recording Bingo Winner information. Each shift will earn $125 towards your family’s fundraising quota / bank. Please let Angie know if you are available: [email protected] or call/text 867-444-1231 Fundraising Director / Coordinator We are looking for a new Fundraising Director! If...

CORRECTION: the tryouts are only for new swimmers. Swimmers who were in the Club last season are not required to tryout. If you're a returning swimmer that signed up, you can cancel your tryout registration. Sorry for the confusion!

Hello swim families! We're gearing up to kick off the 2025/26 Season! Season 2025/26 Tryouts We will be hosting tryouts on September 4th and 7th at the Aquatic Centre. This year we will structure the tryouts a little differently, and you can sign up for tryouts here! Please bring your swimsuit and goggles (if you have them). Also, a reminder that due to the setup of the new pool, swimmers will need to swim 50 meters (2 lengths), unassisted. For those swimmers who were in the Club last year, we’re...

Hi Swim Families, We have another volunteer opportunity this weekend! The Ribfest 2025 will be happening this Friday through Sunday, with a variety of roles and shifts from 10:30am – 10:30pm each day. You can sign up here if you are interested: YKG Ribfest 2025 Volunteer Schedule This volunteer opportunity is open to YK Galaxy Soccer as well, where shifts are on a first-come basis. The fundraising funds will be distributed based on what YKPBSC receives and the shifts our participants work (exact numbers to be determined). Thanks!

Hello swim families, We hope you are all enjoying your summer and getting ready to cheer on our Canada Summer Games competitors soon. We are excited to announce that Sam Barkwell will be joining us as Head Coach! Here’s a brief introduction from Coach Sam: Sam Barkwell has been involved in the sport of swimming since 2005 - first as an athlete, growing up training and racing in Southern Ontario, enjoying success at the provincial and national level before beginning his coaching career at his childhood club in 2015. Over...

Hi swim families, We are still looking for 4-6 volunteers for our August 8th bingo! If you’re interested in getting a head start on fundraising for the 2025-26 swim season, we have a great opportunity to kickstart your fundraising quota and raise money for your swimmer’s travel to meets. Each shift earns $100 to your fundraising quota/bank. Friday, August 8th Bingo We are looking for volunteers for the 4:30-7:30pm and 7-10pm shifts. Anyone 16 years and up can help. We need up to 10 volunteers. Contact Angie at 867-444-1231 or...

Hi swim families, We hope your Summer Break is off to a great start! If you’re interested in getting a head start on fundraising for the 2025-26 swim season, we have a great opportunity to kickstart your fundraising quota and raise money for your swimmer’s travel to meets. Each shift earns $100 to your fundraising quota/bank. Friday, August 8th Bingo We are looking for volunteers for the 4:30-7:30pm and 7-10pm shifts. Anyone 16 years and up can help. We need up to 10 volunteers. Contact Angie at 867-444-1231 or [email protected]...

Hello YKPBSC Members, This notice is to advise you of the upcoming 2023-24 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the members of the Yellowknife Polar Bear Swim Club (YKPBSC). The details of this meeting are as follows: Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Time: 7-9PM Place: Yellowknife Aquatic Centre Multipurpose room Attachments will follow, including: the agenda for this meeting. financial statements for 2022-23 and 2023-24. the minutes of the last AGM. At the meeting, members will have the opportunity to: find out about YKPBSC’s operations and finances. ask questions about the...