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Gene's Story: First Woman YMCA Supervisor During WWII
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Gene's Story: First Woman YMCA Supervisor During WWII

11 November 2013 - by ymcablog

The YMCA of Greater Toronto recently had the privilege of sitting down with Gene Herrmeyer, the...read more
Emotional Intelligence: Do your emotions affect the way you work?
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Emotional Intelligence: Do your emotions affect the way you work?

07 November 2013 - by ymcablog

Do you recognize the impact you have on others? Do you place a lot of value on relationships? Do...read more
The Month of the Moustache
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The Month of the Moustache

04 November 2013 - by ymcablog

Get ready to see a lot of moustaches cropping up in the office and on the street, it's Movember...read more
Happy Child Care Worker and ECE Appreciation Day!
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Happy Child Care Worker and ECE Appreciation Day!

30 October 2013 - by ymcablog

October 30th is Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day!History of...read more
Last-minute Halloween treat ideas
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Last-minute Halloween treat ideas

29 October 2013 - by ymcablog

Just looked at the calendar and realized that you only have two days to make treats for your...read more
The Dos and Don'ts of Trick-or-Treating
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The Dos and Don'ts of Trick-or-Treating

28 October 2013 - by ymcablog

Trick-or-treating can be fun for kids of all ages, as long as they know how to stay safe. The...read more
Teen Takeover: Find out more about Teen Nights at the Y
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Teen Takeover: Find out more about Teen Nights at the Y

25 October 2013 - by ymcablog

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOWhLRzi3AcSeventeen-year-old Cori Browne’s favourite part of Teen...read more
The Benefits of the Buddy System
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The Benefits of the Buddy System

22 October 2013 - by ymcablog

Its autumn, the days are getting shorter, the leaves are changing colour and the kids are back in...read more
Food Insecurity: Get Informed!
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Food Insecurity: Get Informed!

21 October 2013 - by YMCA International

Did you know World Food Day (October 16th) just took place? When we think of food and those who...read more
Expert talks organics for World Food Day TODAY at Toronto Central Grosvenor St. YMCA Centre
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Expert talks organics for World Food Day TODAY at Toronto Central Grosvenor St. YMCA Centre

16 October 2013 - by ymcablog

“Sustainable Food Systems for Food Security and Nutrition.”That is the official theme for this...read more

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