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Take Our Kids to Work Day shapes one young woman’s career dreams
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Take Our Kids to Work Day shapes one young woman’s career dreams

29 November 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

On November 6, 2019, the YMCA of Greater Toronto welcomed grade 9 students for Take Our Kids to...read more
How to fit fitness into your busy holiday schedule
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How to fit fitness into your busy holiday schedule

28 November 2019 - by Nicole Meredith

The holidays are supposed to be a time for some much-needed R&R, but they often end up being...read more
Dedicated YMCA volunteer wins provincial award for 10 years of service
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Dedicated YMCA volunteer wins provincial award for 10 years of service

28 November 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

For many high school students, gaining community service hours is just another task on their...read more
3 ways to teach your child about the importance of giving back
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3 ways to teach your child about the importance of giving back

25 November 2019 - by Dawn Yan

With the holiday season right around the corner, your to-do list as a parent is likely expanding...read more
Jamaican newcomer’s singing career takes off after winning YMCA’s Rep Your Region Youth Talent Showcase
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Jamaican newcomer’s singing career takes off after winning YMCA’s Rep Your Region Youth Talent Showcase

19 November 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

Step aside Rihanna — there’s a new Caribbean singing sensation on the rise and her name is...read more
A yoga instructor's guide to cultivating inner peace
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A yoga instructor's guide to cultivating inner peace

04 November 2019 - by Zoja Popovic

For some of us, reaching inner peace is comparable to climbing Mount Everest: a lofty goal...read more
4 ways to teach kids about peace and kindness
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4 ways to teach kids about peace and kindness

01 November 2019 - by Dawn Yan

Everyone wants their children to live in peace and model kindness ⁠— but what, exactly, does that...read more
Older adult helps build up her community after overcoming isolation with donor support
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Older adult helps build up her community after overcoming isolation with donor support

01 November 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

The holiday season gets many of us excited for family time, cozy nights by the fire, and maybe a...read more
Rising to the challenge: How a young newcomer unlocked his leadership potential
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Rising to the challenge: How a young newcomer unlocked his leadership potential

23 October 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

Moses is a bright Grade 12 student whose favourite subject is biology, and he plans to study life...read more
Celebrating our YMCA City Builders: Steve & Sally Stavro Family Foundation
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Celebrating our YMCA City Builders: Steve & Sally Stavro Family Foundation

17 October 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA City Builders are philanthropic leaders who have generously given 1 million dollars or more...read more

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