YMCA of Greater Toronto Recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers 15 Years in a Row

Toronto – April 22, 2025 – The YMCA of Greater Toronto is proud to be selected as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers – marking the 15th consecutive year the charity has received the distinction.

Reasons include the charity’s:

  • 263-acre YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Education Centre that features a four-acre certified organic garden, spring maple syrup production, a small orchard, apiaries, perennial herb production and seedling sales, and a greenhouse constructed from mostly recycled and reused materials,

   • and Central YMCA public green roof in downtown Toronto, which includes a running track, a walkway, native plant species, and space for outdoor yoga and exercise.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto offers employees a supportive and positive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The Y is an integral part of the Greater Toronto Area with over 500 locations, where employees work in roles from early childhood educators to lifeguards. 

“Sustainability isn’t a one-day commitment – it’s a year-round responsibility,” says Lesley Davidson, President & CEO, YMCA of Greater Toronto. “At the Y, we always look for new ways to be sustainable, and our employees are the heart of these initiatives. It gives them an opportunity to translate their passion for the environment into action and make an even bigger difference in their community.”

The YMCA of Greater Toronto was also recognized as a Greater Toronto Area Top Employer and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2025.

To join the Y’s team, visit https://ymcagta.org/join-our-team/employment-opportunities.

To learn more about our sustainability efforts, visit ymcagta.org/green.

About the YMCA of Greater Toronto  

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead and give back to their communities. For 170 years, the YMCA of Greater Toronto has provided opportunities for people to shine through a variety of programs and services including health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors. Promoting equity and boosting well-being across more than 500 locations in the Greater Toronto Area, the Y is a leading charity that helps everyone shine.