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Liz’s story: How one family found the perfect YMCA March Break program for each of their 3 children
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Liz’s story: How one family found the perfect YMCA March Break program for each of their 3 children

29 February 2024 - by Dawn Yan

With updates from Tia Chung on February 29, 2024March Break is every child’s dream come...read more
Celebrate Family Literacy Day: 3 easy ways to raise a reader
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Celebrate Family Literacy Day: 3 easy ways to raise a reader

23 January 2024 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

With updates from Tia Morrison on January 26, 2024The importance of early...read more
3 quick healthy eating and nutrition tips for children
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3 quick healthy eating and nutrition tips for children

02 January 2024 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

Revised by Tia Morrison, 12/21/2023Everyone benefits from healthy eating habits. When you eat the...read more
Meet a Y educator: Tatiana
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Meet a Y educator: Tatiana

30 November 2023 - by Tia Chung

Educators are at the heart of every YMCA Child Care centre. They not only care for children,...read more
4 ways to foster gratitude in your children
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4 ways to foster gratitude in your children

28 September 2023 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

With updates from Tia Morrison on 09/28/2023 At the end of every week, my...read more
Far more than fun and games: The approach behind 6 play-based activities in a Y classroom
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Far more than fun and games: The approach behind 6 play-based activities in a Y classroom

28 September 2023 - by Tia Chung

YMCA of Greater Toronto Child Care centres ignites curiosity and discovery in children who...read more
4 brilliant lunch box hacks that make packing school lunches a breeze
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4 brilliant lunch box hacks that make packing school lunches a breeze

01 September 2023 - by Sasha Smith

With updates from Tia Morrison on 09/01/2023September marks the beginning of a fresh...read more
4 tips to help your child deal with separation anxiety in child care
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4 tips to help your child deal with separation anxiety in child care

09 August 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

With updates from Tia Morrison on 08/09/2023Separation anxiety is a common and normal...read more
4 benefits of being a Before & After School Educator at the YMCA
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4 benefits of being a Before & After School Educator at the YMCA

27 July 2023 - by Tia Chung

Life as a Child Care Educator is a rewarding and fulfilling...read more
An educator turns author for a children’s book
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An educator turns author for a children’s book

14 October 2022 - by Renuka Malhotra

A YMCA educator took inspiration from others, and focused on community support after a...read more

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