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Learning resources to explore and share this August for Emancipation Month
26 July 2022 - by Ellah Mangwiza and Christina Sanakidis, YMCA of Greater Toronto Managers – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
What is Emancipation Day?On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially...read more
Healthy Communities • Healthy Living • Y Stories • YMCA Health and Fitness
Lessons in living from Karen, a long-time Y volunteer who turned 80 this year!
08 July 2022 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Karen joined Central YMCA in 1978 right after her first child was born. She joined with a friend,...read more
Healthy Communities
Understanding our continued commitment to Reconciliation
20 June 2022 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
June 21 is Indigenous Peoples Day across Turtle Island, the area also known as Canada. This day...read more
Healthy Communities • YMCA Child Care
How summer break programs enhance your family's development
17 June 2022 - by Renuka Malhotra
Summer is a great time for families to relax and recharge, but it’s easy to get stuck in a rabbit...read more
Healthy Communities • Healthy Living • Support the Y • Y Stories • YMCA Donors • YMCA Volunteers
YMCA member shines a light on mental health
14 June 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
Healthy Communities
June is National Indigenous History Month, Pride, and Seniors Month
01 June 2022 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
June is a month full of celebrations, reflections, examinations and new learning.This month, we...read more
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YMCA donors spark potential in the leaders of tomorrow
31 May 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
Healthy Communities
How to improve your overall well-being
30 May 2022 - by Zoja Popovic
After more than two years in a global pandemic, individuals and communities that the Y serves are...read more
Healthy Communities • Support the Y • Y Stories • YMCA Donors • YMCA Volunteers
YMCA donor & former Chair of the Board of Directors helps re-ignite community spirit
17 May 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
Healthy Communities • Support the Y • Y Stories • YMCA Donors • YMCA Volunteers
YMCA donor & Board member strives to open opportunities for all
03 May 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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