Went for the Markham Expo 2018. The event wasn't ready to begin at their 2 PM start time. No food…read moretrucks, half the tables empty and the music wasn't set up yet. I realize this might not be the community centre's fault but on my first visit it skews my opinion.

This is a huge local community centre in heart of Markham East with swimming pools, public library,…read morea gym with a running track and courts to play sports, an indoor and outside playground for kids, and multi-purpose rooms. The staff at the info desk was friendly and helpful. You can pay and get your activity passes here (per day or per month options available) to enjoy the facility. There are lots of programs available for kids, adults and seniors. There were Flow EV charging stations outside and ample parking space.

For under 3$ we were able to enjoy this indoor playground in the Aanin Community Centre. We didnt…read morereserve ahead of time, came in a group of 8 and yet they were able to accomodate us right away. Some bench seating for parents along the walls, large play structure and some ride on cars. Definately worth a visit. Plenty of parking and kids can spend another hour in the outdoor playground just outside or in the library which has its own set of unique features ( review to follow).

Beautiful, large, bright community centre with activities for all ages. I often see people playing…read morepickle ball in the gym. They also run summer/ March break sporting camps (tennis, basketball). This centre also features a play place in a room with really high ceilings - includes a small play structure and some kids toys throughout. There is a small sensory room that is always supervised. A large library with private study rooms available for booking. The pool is so spacious and bright! Large pool available for lane swim and a decent size kid pool. There is also a waterslide and small splash pad that isn't always in use/ turned on. The onsite gym isn't the largest but has decent equipment and a nice large 3 lane track (slow, medium, fast) that overlooks the gymnasium from above. Parking garage has been under construction for years. It also doesn't connect to the rec centre directly during this time of construction/ sometimes the elevator is not operational which is inconvenient especially in the winter when you have to exit the parking garage only to walk a few meters to enter the rec centre.

This community centre is pretty big and well maintained. Parking is underground free for 3 hours…read moreyou can scan the ticket at the front desk or inside the library. I've brought my kids here for basketball and swimming classes. We visit this library from time to time. I've also rented their meeting rooms before for my kid's birthday party - very spacious. They have a small indoor playground which is great but in my opinion I would say it's probably more for kids 5 years and up based on the structure.

This centre is great! Right in the middle of markham/unionville area, it rests at it's own…read moreintersection, so parking is usually plentiful. (Especially on days of a swim meet or tournament). Pro tip: do NOT park your car at the neighbouring seemingly empty lot- it belongs to ford, and they are NOT friendly neighbours. Your car will get towed without a warning. This community centre is spacious and clean. Everything is easy to find. The gym is gigantic and stretches far beyond my eyes. The pool is 50m, worked by beautiful and hardworking lifeguards (lol just kidding, shameless plug). Both areas have plenty of seating for viewers. The hallways are large and extensive, so don't be afraid to wander around. There's also a fitness centre overlooking the pool. It's kind of small and lame but I rarely see it packed, so I guess it'd be a good idea. It's not great for lifting, but it has a lot of equipment for such a small gym. The regulars are usually older adults, trying to get some exercise in.

Came here for a para pan-am game back in the summer, and I must say the building itself is…read morebeautiful. The parking and accessibility of it was terrible though, since the walk from the parking lot to the building is far and I can definitely imagine that being inconvenient for some people or even just during the winter season with all the snow and slush. The inside is very airy and spacious with tons of natural light. The building is also brand new now, so all the facilities are great!

I came here to use the gym facilities, and they are very well maintained! They have a number of…read moremachines and weights to use, and if you have never been to a YMCA as an adult before, the first visit/week is complimentary. This location has a large upper gym area, a pool, and courts for different sports. They also have classes throughout the day! With the membership price and the ability to access multiple locations, I definitely think a YMCA membership is worth the price if you plan to make use of everything that they offer.

Not necessarily my favorite Y, but ultimately it has most things you'd expect to find in one…read more I mentioned in a review for another Y that decor doesn't really matter with gyms. I guess that's still true but I was surprised at how much the monotone grey-scale of the entire place made it feel cold in here. I guess I'll continue with a couple more critiques. One is that I don't understand why they don't simply keep towel racks in the plus change-rooms as they do at every other Y I've ever been to. It's part of what you're paying for, and though you can get them at the front desk, it just seemed odd that they just won't keep them stocked in the change-room for convenience. The change-room itself was quite small and has virtually no seats which was a bit odd too. Apart from those minor things, the workout area is well stocked and they even have a couple unique things in what is sort of a mini studio in the middle of the workout area. One thing I really appreciate this place as a runner is that their track is longer than most of the other ones as it circles the gymnasium as well. It's nice having longer straightaways so you don't feel like you're turning most of the time. If you're strictly into using weights, they do have what you need here though you can probably find other places to go to for cheaper. However, Y's (including this one) are great for having additional amenities, which includes a full-sized pool, gymnasium, running track, programming for kids and other things. There's also often more a community feel at them and often a chance to make connections too.

Oak Ridges Community Centre is the newest community center in Richmond Hill…read more It is definitely impressive! Facilities includes a 6 lane leisure pool with a slide, Oak Ridges Moraine Eco Centre, a fitness and aerobic studio, a gymnasium and more. There are also various city sponsored programs held year round in the centre. We ended up coming here for one of the Moonlight Movies Night. The set up is perfect utilizing the nature amphitheatre like landscape at the back of the Centre. Watching a movie under the stars on a hot summer night is such a treat!

Oak Ridges Community Centre is a community centre with many different things going on. The have an…read moreEco Centre that has many artifact items and information on the nature or the area. There are activity and program rooms for multi purposes but from what I have seen, it's mainly used for educational purposes. They have a large swimming pool area with two pools. One for children and the other for adults or the more advanced. The Oak Ridges Community Centre also has an aerobics centre, fitness centre and a gymnasium. It's a really nice community centre. One of the best that I have seen yet. I went there for a Volleyball tournament and probably pick up sports a couple of times. The floors are well maintained and they have relatively high ceilings which is great for certain sports. I would definitely recommend this facility as it is one of the most beautiful community centre that I have seen with a wide range of facilities to utilize. Only problem is there is not really a change room for the gymnasium. Overall a great community centre. Check it out yourself and you will agree. JimStar Out!!

This was a great community that we could have different sports here. We were here for my kid's…read morerecreational swim. The community center was big and included many different sports, even the hockey game. There was a separate building for Tennis too. There were 2 big swimming pools. One for adults and one for kids. The kids pool is warmer than the adult one. There is a massage pool on the side corner. Parent can view onsite. We live a bit far away, but the schedule for parent and tod is pretty good here. We like to come here.

Great place to hang out and get work done - lots of quiet space in the library. The rink is cold -…read moreas it should be - bring a sweater.

I am express the serious concerns about the safety, organization, and customer service at the…read morecommunity center following an incident that occurred a few weeks ago in April. As a parent who cares deeply about the well-being of my children and other families in the community, I feel obligated to raise these issues publicly because the current conditions may place visitors, especially children, at risk. My first concern is the parking and traffic management outside the center. During the event, there were far more visitors than available parking spaces. As a result, vehicles were parked improperly, including along main walking routes used by families and children. This created congestion and confusion. Even more concerning, several drivers were moving through the area at unsafe speeds while children were walking between the entrance and driveway. I personally witnessed situations where children appeared close to being struck by passing vehicles. There were no visible staff members outside to direct traffic, no temporary traffic control measures, and no clear signage to guide drivers. In addition, some corners of the parking area have poor visibility, making it difficult for drivers to see pedestrians approaching. Installing convex safety mirrors at blind corners would significantly improve visibility and reduce the risk of accidents. Without immediate improvements, the site appears vulnerable to a serious incident. My second concern is overcrowding inside the building. Once inside, the center was extremely crowded, with little visible organization or crowd control. There did not appear to be anyone monitoring the number of attendees or guiding visitors. This raised concerns about emergency preparedness and fire safety. In the event of an evacuation or emergency, it is unclear how people would exit quickly and safely. A busy public venue should have clear occupancy controls, proper supervision, and emergency planning procedures in place at all times. Another issue was the lack of attentiveness from staff at the information desk. I observed a young staff member focused on a cellphone while visitors around him appeared confused and in need of assistance. At a time when many guests required guidance, staff should be actively engaged, approachable, and available to help. Public-facing employees should understand that they represent the center and are often the first point of contact for visitors. Most disappointing was an interaction with a staff member identified as Eva. I politely asked for information about the event, but her response was dismissive and unfriendly. She stated that the activity was run by another group and was "not her business," then told me to ask them myself. Regardless of which organization was hosting the event, staff on duty inside the center should respond respectfully and make reasonable efforts to assist visitors. Basic courtesy, patience, and professionalism are expected in any community facility. Overall, I am disappointed that such an important community center appears to prioritize attendance numbers over safety and visitor experience. I strongly urge management to address the following issues immediately: improve parking and traffic control, install mirrors at blind corners, review occupancy and fire safety procedures, ensure staff remain attentive while on duty, and provide customer service training for employees.

105 Gibson Centre is a community centre owned by a Christian church. It doesn't look very big from…read morethe outside, but it's quite spacious inside. Parking is along the outside perimeter of the building and fills up quickly if there's an event. I was only in the open area (room 108, which is 2,340 square feet) and the kitchen (room 109) for an event. It didn't start off well when we arrived. The tables and chairs were supposed to already be set up, but they weren't. This delayed the opening of the event. Since it's an open area, people using other parts of the centre may wander into the space. The kitchen was a big space with multiple sinks, fridges, ovens, a flattop grill, and stoves with a large island. Two things that were a bummer were that the dishwasher did not work and that there was water dripping from the ceiling vent, which worsened when it started raining outside.