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June is National Indigenous History Month, Pride, and Seniors Month
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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
YMCA donors spark potential in the leaders of tomorrow
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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
How to improve your overall well-being
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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
YMCA donor & former Chair of the Board of Directors helps re-ignite community spirit
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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
YMCA donor & Board member strives to open opportunities for all
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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
Asian Heritage Month: Celebrating the contributions of people of Asian descent
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Asian Heritage Month: Celebrating the contributions of people of Asian descent

29 April 2022 - by Lucy Schmidt

Each May, we celebrate Asian Heritage Month. For hundreds of years, people of Asian descent have...read more
2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers get support from YCAN and YMCA Academy
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2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers get support from YCAN and YMCA Academy

28 April 2022 - by Caroline Crouzatier

French versionInclusiveness, respect, and kindness are values close to our hearts at the YMCA of...read more
David Braley Charitable Foundation gives $5 million to new YMCA in Vaughan
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David Braley Charitable Foundation gives $5 million to new YMCA in Vaughan

19 April 2022 - by Nicole Meredith

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is honoured to have received our largest one-time gift from a donor,...read more
YMCA donor and volunteer helps brighten older adults’ days
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YMCA donor and volunteer helps brighten older adults’ days

05 April 2022 - by Nicole Meredith

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
Helping people find a job — and sense of belonging
Healthy CommunitiesYMCA Employment Programs

Helping people find a job — and sense of belonging

30 March 2022 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

When people think of the YMCA, they don’t immediately associate this charity organization with...read more

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