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How our YMCA continues to help Syrian refugees
Healthy CommunitiesImmigrant 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
Uncovering hidden treasures from 1952
Healthy CommunitiesY 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
Hope for Healthy-Minded Communities
Healthy CommunitiesHealthy 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
Celebrating Martin Luther King Day
Healthy Communities

Celebrating Martin Luther King Day

18 January 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

On Monday, January 18, 2016, residents of Toronto commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. as a...read more
Alzheimer’s Disease is more than just Forgetfulness
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Alzheimer’s Disease is more than just Forgetfulness

13 January 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

How we can learn more and make a Difference“Alzheimer's disease accounts for 64% of all dementias...read more
YMCA GTA named Top Employers for Young People
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YMCA GTA named Top Employers for Young People

11 January 2016 - by Talía Noya

We are proud to announce the YMCA of Greater Toronto has been selected as one of Canada’s Top...read more
5 Steps to Career Success
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5 Steps to Career Success

07 January 2016 - by YMCA Green Team

eThere a few lucky people who were born knowing what they wanted to do for a living. But for...read more
What NOT to do when switching careers
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What NOT to do when switching careers

31 December 2015 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Thinking about changing your career? You’re not alone!Workplace dissatisfaction is one of the...read more
Knowing when to switch careers
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Knowing when to switch careers

29 December 2015 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Often we decide our career very early on in life and rarely re-evaluate. Career planning is an...read more
This season, give a gift to remember
Healthy Communities

This season, give a gift to remember

21 December 2015 - by ymcablog

The YMCA of Greater Toronto support individuals throughout their lives – from childhood to...read more

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