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From Camper to Camp Director: a Lifelong YMCA Leadership Experience
06 May 2019 - by Alex Te
Meryl’s experience with YMCA Day Camps started a decade ago, at the age of 7 or 8 . She attended...read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness
5 Reasons It’s Better To Sweat Together
01 May 2019 - by Krista Hesketh
Exercise is better with a buddy.It’s okay to sweat it out solo, but research shows that...read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Green Team
YMCA recognized for environmental leadership and earth-friendly initiatives
15 April 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
The YMCA of Greater Toronto has been selected as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the ninth...read more
Healthy Communities • Healthy Living • Y Stories • YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education
Spotlight on Sephra: 5 Years of Giving Back
11 April 2019 - by Sarah Joseph
In honour of #NationalVolunteerWeek, the team at YMCA Camp Pine Crest would like to extend a huge...read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness
What to eat before and after your workout, according to a personal trainer
25 March 2019 - by Nicole Meredith
Way too often, I find myself staring into the depths of my fridge, wondering what kind of...read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Youth Programs
Credit Education Week: How Gambling Can Impact Millennials’ Finances
21 March 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
This November, Credit Canada hosted its 12th annual “Credit Education Week” aimed at helping...read more
Healthy Living • Support the Y • Y Stories • YMCA Health and Fitness
The Breadth of Our Impact: Beth’s Story
15 March 2019 - by Dawn Yan
“The sweat you break at the Y, isn’t just for you; it’s for all of us. We’re a gym, and a lot...read more
Healthy Living • Y Stories • YMCA Health and Fitness
Sonya's secret sauce for looking and feeling her best
12 March 2019 - by Nicole Meredith
Finding the motivation you need to get started on your fitness journey is hard enough, but it...read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness
5 ways yoga can help you beat the winter blues
25 February 2019 - by Nicole Meredith
Those cold, grey winter days can get you down. Here’s how yoga can help keep you grounded:1....read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness
How this couple took their training to the next level
18 January 2019 - by Nicole Meredith
Fiona and Rob have the gym to thank for their nearly 30-year-long relationship. Lunch-break...read more
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