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Creating stronger family connections
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Creating stronger family connections

19 August 2013 - by ymcablog

By Andrea Zeelie-Varga, Parent Action on DrugsThe early teen years can be a challenging time....read more
Brampton Canopy Comes Alive
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Brampton Canopy Comes Alive

19 August 2013 - by YMCA Green Team

If you’ve been to the Brampton YMCA this summer, you may have noticed a bit more green as you...read more
Developing Curriculum and Capacity for Sex Education
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Developing Curriculum and Capacity for Sex Education

12 August 2013 - by YMCA International

I.Did you know that students in Ontario are being taught with a 15-year old Sex Education...read more
Beads that Boost Belonging
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Beads that Boost Belonging

29 July 2013 - by ymcablog

By William SomervilleJalen Deer has a lot of value beads, 162 to be exact – but who’s counting....read more
Endings and New Beginnings
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Endings and New Beginnings

23 July 2013 - by YMCA International

Dear Readers,The day has come and passed. The Colombian youth have gone back home. It’s a...read more
Cucumber-Watermelon Soda
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Cucumber-Watermelon Soda

22 July 2013 - by ymcablog

By Adam Lariviere, YMCA Skills Instructor/ChefIngredients:Serves 41/2 Large watermelon1 English...read more
Mango Lettuce Wraps
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Mango Lettuce Wraps

19 July 2013 - by ymcablog

By Adam Lariviere, YMCA Skills Instructor/ChefIngredients:Serves 4-6 people 2 heads Boston...read more
Pure Water
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Pure Water

18 July 2013 - by YMCA International

Did you know that while over 75% of the planet is covered in water, only 2.5% of said luscious...read more

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