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2014 Peace Medallion Awards – nominations now open
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2014 Peace Medallion Awards – nominations now open

16 September 2014 - by ymcablog

YMCA Peace Week is just around the corner! During Peace Week (Nov. 15-22). the YMCA host various...read more
Perfecting your child's back-to-school sleep routine
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Perfecting your child's back-to-school sleep routine

15 September 2014 - by ymcablog

...Okay, so you're never going to have a perfect bedtime routine, but you can make sure you get...read more
Students, stay fit this fall!
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Students, stay fit this fall!

09 September 2014 - by ymcablog

Whether you’re a commuter or living on campus, it’s easy to forgo your daily fitness routine -...read more
In tune with Sai Jay: Rep Your Region’s 2013 Winner
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In tune with Sai Jay: Rep Your Region’s 2013 Winner

07 September 2014 - by ymcablog

The annual YMCA Rep Your Region talent competition is well underway across all YMCA GTA...read more
Think outside the sandwich: How to spice up your kids’ school lunches
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Think outside the sandwich: How to spice up your kids’ school lunches

05 September 2014 - by ymcablog

Do your kids get tired of eating sandwiches? Then it’s time to think outside the sandwich! Get...read more
Gym 101
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Gym 101

03 September 2014 - by ymcablog

Walking into the gym for the first time can be pretty intimidating, but it doesn't have to be! We...read more
The gift of giving: France's Y story
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The gift of giving: France's Y story

01 September 2014 - by ymcablog

Author France Laflamme has been a member of the Brampton Union St. YMCA Centre since November...read more
Racing to fitness: Dianne's Y story
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Racing to fitness: Dianne's Y story

28 August 2014 - by ymcablog

This post is written by long-time YMCA member and champion dragon boat racer Dianne Mowat.I have...read more
Unique summer sports
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Unique summer sports

25 August 2014 - by ymcablog

Looking to try something new with the kids this summer? Check out these very UNIQUE (but also...read more
Creating healthy habits this summer
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Creating healthy habits this summer

20 August 2014 - by ymcablog

Author Sherry Perez is a personal trainer/fitness instructor/fitness program developer at the...read more

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