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Common myths about before and after school programs, debunked
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Common myths about before and after school programs, debunked

18 August 2017 - by Sasha Smith

Before- and after-school programs have long been the answer for parents in need of a space where...read more
5 teachers share their best summertime school prep tips
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5 teachers share their best summertime school prep tips

02 August 2017 - by Sasha Smith

August is here, and while summer is still in full swing, the thoughts of many parents and kids...read more
4 fail-proof ways to curb the “summer slide” with kids' eating
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4 fail-proof ways to curb the “summer slide” with kids' eating

19 July 2017 - by Sasha Smith

Barbeques, sporting events, trips to the amusement park, and many other beloved summertime...read more
Oshawa families invited to new YMCA Child Care Centre Open House
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Oshawa families invited to new YMCA Child Care Centre Open House

10 July 2017 - by Sasha Smith

The St. Kateri Tekakwitha YMCA Child Care Centre has officially opened! And with Infant, Toddler,...read more
4 summer boredom busters your kids will love
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4 summer boredom busters your kids will love

07 July 2017 - by Sasha Smith

After spending months in the classroom, kids are ready for a summer break filled with excitement...read more
Free activities on Canada Day at your local YMCA
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Free activities on Canada Day at your local YMCA

28 June 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Visit your local YMCA Health & Fitness Centre on Saturday, July 1, for a Canada Day Open...read more
4 ways to handle a disappointing report card
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4 ways to handle a disappointing report card

26 June 2017 - by Sasha Smith

The last week of school is always a time of excitement, but when I was a kid, those blissful days...read more
Something’s missing from most “gender neutral” clothes for kids
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Something’s missing from most “gender neutral” clothes for kids

23 June 2017 - by Sasha Smith

When I was working at a popular Canadian retail chain, I couldn’t help but notice the stark...read more
How to make the most out of your summer volunteer experience
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How to make the most out of your summer volunteer experience

19 May 2017 - by Emily Cichonski

With the summer fast approaching, many students are eagerly anticipating the end of the school...read more
How YMCA donors helped Michael overcome bullying
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How YMCA donors helped Michael overcome bullying

11 May 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Every day, our walls echo with YMCA stories; they’re an amazing reminder that the YMCA matters to...read more

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