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Thinking of learning a new language? C’est bon for your brain!
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Thinking of learning a new language? C’est bon for your brain!

27 May 2021 - by Lucy Schmidt

If you’ve ever considered learning a new language, now might be the perfect time to start. While...read more
How a good night’s sleep can wake up your mind
Healthy CommunitiesHealthy Living

How a good night’s sleep can wake up your mind

20 May 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

We’ve all had those mornings... You wake up from a terrible night’s sleep (or maybe no sleep at...read more
Why I’m working with YMCA Day Camp again this summer
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Why I’m working with YMCA Day Camp again this summer

19 May 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

By Robyn SmithMy decision to return to YMCA Summer Day Camp was easy! I first joined the YMCA...read more
Youth use digital media to shine a light on how cannabis use impacts youth brain development
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Youth use digital media to shine a light on how cannabis use impacts youth brain development

19 May 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

On March 18, 2021 we rolled out the virtual red carpet to celebrate the people who created the...read more
How older adults can stay socially connected while physically isolated
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How older adults can stay socially connected while physically isolated

05 May 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

“Can no one help me?” Tony Williams, 75, posted that plea in the front window of his U.K. home in...read more
The Bright Spot’s first year anniversary
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The Bright Spot’s first year anniversary

04 May 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

On May 7 at noon, join us to celebrate one year of well-being, connection, and community at The...read more
“Our Voices” art exhibition: A stepping stone to lifelong learning
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“Our Voices” art exhibition: A stepping stone to lifelong learning

23 April 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

They say art is not a destination, it’s a journey. From finding what’s within to conveying what...read more
Volunteers step up to feed their communities
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Volunteers step up to feed their communities

14 April 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

The COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020 challenged the global community in many ways.  It hit the...read more
5 lessons from supporting virtual placement students
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5 lessons from supporting virtual placement students

12 April 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

It has been over a year since we entered our first provincewide shutdown and we experienced what...read more
Thank You YMCA Learning Opportunities Program volunteers!
Healthy Communities

Thank You YMCA Learning Opportunities Program volunteers!

12 April 2021 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?" — Dr. Martin...read more

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