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Pine Crest Leadership Programs Help Teens Reach New Heights
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Pine Crest Leadership Programs Help Teens Reach New Heights

26 February 2018 - by Sarah Joseph

Being a teen is hard. In addition to having a packed schedule with school, clubs, friends, and...read more
Celebrating 10 years of giving newcomer youth a confident start
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Celebrating 10 years of giving newcomer youth a confident start

30 January 2018 - by Lucy Schmidt

Earlier this month, Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (NYLD) alumni from eight centres across...read more
Brampton Barracudas: Leading like Fish in the Pool and Community Champions on Land
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Brampton Barracudas: Leading like Fish in the Pool and Community Champions on Land

25 January 2018 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

The Brampton Barracudas, a group of 120 Junior Lifeguards, have garnered a reputation for...read more
YMCA of Medellin volunteer gives youth access to a brighter future
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YMCA of Medellin volunteer gives youth access to a brighter future

05 December 2017 - by Lucy Schmidt

Happy International Volunteer Day! In celebration of this day to recognize the amazing work that...read more
International youth exchange group explores sustainable agriculture at Cedar Glen
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International youth exchange group explores sustainable agriculture at Cedar Glen

17 October 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

By Victoria AlvarezThis past summer, youth from YMCAs in Colombia, Mexico, Ghana, and Senegal...read more
How Meghan’s family is giving kids the chance to go to camp
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How Meghan’s family is giving kids the chance to go to camp

12 October 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Our annual Gratitude Report celebrates our generous donors and shares what inspires them to...read more
Impact in Action: YMCA Newcomer Youth Leadership Development
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Impact in Action: YMCA Newcomer Youth Leadership Development

26 September 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

When Ahibba came to Canada in 2013, she needed support integrating and engaging with her new...read more
On-the-job tips for your summer work experience
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On-the-job tips for your summer work experience

25 May 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

By Rheign MoralesThis post is part of a series of tips for students seeking summer work and...read more
Youth leaders blossom at Y day camps
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Youth leaders blossom at Y day camps

09 May 2017 - by Carmine Ciccone

Fostering youth leaders is a core component of many YMCA of Greater Toronto programs. In honour...read more
Teens and mental health: 3 strategies for self-care
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Teens and mental health: 3 strategies for self-care

02 May 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Sangeetha Ram is a 17-year-old high school student, and a Y volunteer and staff member. Sangeetha...read more

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