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Ask an expert: how to get a job with no experience
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Ask an expert: how to get a job with no experience

10 January 2020 - by Sarah Cowan

Recent grads always ask us, “What now?” Even if you know what type of work you want, most...read more
YMCA wins Top Employer Award for the twelfth time
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YMCA wins Top Employer Award for the twelfth time

06 December 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

What better way to celebrate our 12th  Employer Award than by spotlighting our amazing team? With...read more
Dedicated YMCA volunteer wins provincial award for 10 years of service
Healthy CommunitiesYMCA Employment ProgramsYMCA Volunteers

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
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
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
3 ways the Y supports a healthy workplace
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3 ways the Y supports a healthy workplace

01 October 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Incorporating a group walk or run in the day is one of the many ways our staff members at the Y...read more
A newcomer’s journey: Adjusting to life in Canada through YMCA Immigrant Services
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A newcomer’s journey: Adjusting to life in Canada through YMCA Immigrant Services

20 September 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

Moving to a new country can be daunting. Finding employment, settling into a new community,...read more
NYLD mentors awarded Ted Rogers Scholarship for outstanding community leadership
Healthy CommunitiesYMCA Newcomer ProgramsYMCA Youth Programs

NYLD mentors awarded Ted Rogers Scholarship for outstanding community leadership

07 August 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

Two young newcomers who volunteer in YMCA youth leadership programs are being recognized for all...read more
3 ways to grow your emotional intelligence and be happier
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3 ways to grow your emotional intelligence and be happier

29 July 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Emotional intelligence (otherwise known as emotional quotient or EQ) touches every aspect of your...read more
From fitness to fundraising: Sharon’s Y story
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From fitness to fundraising: Sharon’s Y story

26 July 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Our Y depends on almost 5,500 volunteers to help us deliver on our mission each and every day....read more

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CHILD CARE

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HEALTH AND FITNESS

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CAMPS AND OUTDOOR CENTRES

Explore camps and outdoor centres for fun, adventure, leadership, skills-building and more.

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Get the job you want and brighten your career with help from Employment Services.

IMMIGRANT SERVICES

Settle in and light up your new life in the GTA with support from Immigrant Services.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Make new friends, hone new skills and find counselling at our Youth Programs.

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Give back and shine on with rewarding YMCA Volunteer Opportunities.

SUSTAINABILITY

Find out about our green initiatives and what we're doing to build resilience to climate change.

YMCA ACADEMY

Light up learning at  YMCA Academy, a middle and high school for those who learn differently.