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Healthy Communities • Immigrant Services
How our YMCA continues to help Syrian refugees
01 February 2016 - by Admas Mekuria
Since November 4, 2015 Canada has welcomed more than 13,900 Syrian refugees, approximately 6,300...read more
Healthy Living
Why Women Should Lift
31 January 2016 - by Nicole Meredith
Ladies rule cardio equipment and yoga classes at most gyms, but it can be intimidating to venture...read more
Immigrant Services • Y Stories
A teacher learns a new lesson: Nanor’s fresh start in Canada
29 January 2016 - by June Findlay
Hearing Nanor’s soft-spoken voice, calm demeanor and positive outlook on life, you wouldn’t know...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education
How Camp Changes Lives
29 January 2016 - by Nicole Meredith
Where you send your kids to camp can have a bigger effect than you imagined. Spencer started out...read more
Healthy Communities • Y Stories
Uncovering hidden treasures from 1952
28 January 2016 - by Talía Noya
As part of the YMCA’s Strong Start, Great Future Campaign, East City YMCA was torn down back in...read more
Healthy Communities • Healthy Kids
Hope for Healthy-Minded Communities
27 January 2016 - by June Findlay
Today, a much needed conversation about mental illness is taking place online, in workplaces, and...read more
Y Stories
A Lifestyle Evolution: Alex’s Journey to Better Health
26 January 2016 - by Nicole Meredith
If you’re new to physical fitness, it can be tough to find a good starting point. What exercises...read more
Y Stories • YMCA Youth Programs
Reach for the Stars: Basketball at Scarborough YMCA
25 January 2016 - by Talía Noya
Scarborough YMCA is gearing up to host NBA BMO All-Star KidsFest on Friday February 5. At the...read more
Healthy Living
The first steps towards tackling your fitness goals
21 January 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
How to get started at the YHealth and fitness goals can feel overwhelming at first, which...read more
YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education
Winter wonderland at YMCA Pine Crest Family Camp
21 January 2016 - by Talía Noya
During our long Canadian winter, a family getaway can be a great way to disconnect from everyday...read more
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IMMIGRANT SERVICES
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
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SUSTAINABILITY
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YMCA ACADEMY
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