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Creative gifts that mean “just a little bit more.”
Healthy Communities

Creative gifts that mean “just a little bit more.”

21 December 2015 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Struggling to find that perfect gift for the individual that already has everything? Or, are you...read more
Noushin’s journey to success in a new country
Healthy CommunitiesImmigrant ServicesY Stories

Noushin’s journey to success in a new country

17 December 2015 - by June Findlay

Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the...read more
Welcoming Syrian Refugees
Healthy CommunitiesImmigrant Services

Welcoming Syrian Refugees

15 December 2015 - by ymcablog

How our YMCA is Welcoming Syrian Refugees.My office has received many calls from you - caring...read more
How you can help - welcoming refugees with open hearts
Healthy CommunitiesImmigrant Services

How you can help - welcoming refugees with open hearts

15 December 2015 - by ymcablog

By the end of 2016, Ontario is expected to welcome up to 10,000 Syrians looking for a fresh...read more
Ways the Y is helping Syrian refugees
Healthy CommunitiesImmigrant Services

Ways the Y is helping Syrian refugees

15 December 2015 - by June Findlay

We’ve seen the pictures, videos and countless stories of people fleeing areas of conflict in...read more
It takes a village: Serving the needs of Syrian refugees
Healthy CommunitiesImmigrant Services

It takes a village: Serving the needs of Syrian refugees

15 December 2015 - by June Findlay

The sudden influx of Syrian refugees has rallied many individuals, groups and organizations to...read more
Train like an NBA basketball pro at the YMCA
Healthy CommunitiesHealthy Kids

Train like an NBA basketball pro at the YMCA

04 December 2015 - by Talía Noya

2016 will be a special year in the basketball world. For the first time ever, the NBA will hold...read more
Disabilities are not Always Visible
Healthy CommunitiesHealthy Living

Disabilities are not Always Visible

02 December 2015 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Recently the Ontario Human Rights Commission published a report, By The Numbers, sharing results...read more
Is your Career bringing you the satisfaction you want?
Healthy Communities

Is your Career bringing you the satisfaction you want?

25 November 2015 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

At a Crossroads in Your CareerHave you ever been sitting at your desk, in the middle of your work...read more
Helping youth stay warm this winter
Healthy Communities

Helping youth stay warm this winter

23 November 2015 - by Talía Noya

As winter approaches, the temperature drop will make us reach for our winter gear. However, many...read more

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