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Explore Toronto Fieldstone Y Day Camp
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Explore Toronto Fieldstone Y Day Camp

24 May 2018 - by Alex Te

Choosing the right camp for your kids from our 45 different camp locations across the GTA can be...read more
5 ways to tame temper tantrums like an early childhood educator
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5 ways to tame temper tantrums like an early childhood educator

23 May 2018 - by Sasha Smith

You’re shopping with your preschooler in a crowded mall. They tug on your arm to show you a toy...read more
Families find a home away from home at the Caledon Central YMCA Child Care Centre
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Families find a home away from home at the Caledon Central YMCA Child Care Centre

18 May 2018 - by Sasha Smith

This past January, we opened our doors at the Caledon Central YMCA child care centre to parents...read more
Explore Richmond Hill Lake St. George Y Day Camp
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Explore Richmond Hill Lake St. George Y Day Camp

17 May 2018 - by Alex Te

Choosing the right camp for your kids from our 45 different camp locations across the GTA can be...read more
Bonding and Beyond at Pine Crest Family Camp
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Bonding and Beyond at Pine Crest Family Camp

15 May 2018 - by Sarah Joseph

Every summer, hundreds of campers come to YMCA Camp Pine Crest, eager to meet new friends, try...read more
How Barb is transforming lives by putting the ‘fun’ in fundraising
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How Barb is transforming lives by putting the ‘fun’ in fundraising

15 May 2018 - by Sasha Smith

How many people can say they’ve cut off most of their hair, eaten live crickets, and taken a pie...read more
3 tips on managing your expectations during the toddler years
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3 tips on managing your expectations during the toddler years

26 April 2018 - by Sasha Smith

Ever wonder why your 3-year-old won’t put their toys away — no matter how many tidy-up songs you...read more
How Camp Programs Help Kids Learn to Manage Risk
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How Camp Programs Help Kids Learn to Manage Risk

13 April 2018 - by Sarah Joseph

Summer camp is tons of fun for kids, with days and nights chock full with great activities, new...read more
3 benefits of being active with your baby
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3 benefits of being active with your baby

11 April 2018 - by Nicole Meredith

Let’s face it: having a baby makes it hard to stay committed to your fitness goals. Even if...read more
FREE Healthy Kids Day activities on April 29!
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FREE Healthy Kids Day activities on April 29!

09 April 2018 - by Nicole Meredith

We all know why kids need tons of physical activity: it sets them up for a lifetime of good...read more

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