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Remembering the YMCA's war services
10 November 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Remembrance Day gives us the opportunity to look back and reflect on Canadians’ incredible service during times of war. The YMCA is grateful for the many men and women that supported the YMCA War Services’ overseas efforts in both world wars; their devotion significantly improved the quality of life of Canadian troops.
The Canadian YMCA provided support to the Canadian Forces as early as 1866. During the First and Second World Wars, the YMCA operated by its motto “Service to the Troops”. Recreational, social and educational services were offered abroad to help Canadian soldiers cope and try to maintain a “Spirit, Mind and Body” balance under the extreme stress of the environment.
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The Canadian YMCA provided support to the Canadian Forces as early as 1866. During the First and Second World Wars, the YMCA operated by its motto “Service to the Troops”. Recreational, social and educational services were offered abroad to help Canadian soldiers cope and try to maintain a “Spirit, Mind and Body” balance under the extreme stress of the environment.
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