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5 steps to help teens de-stress
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5 steps to help teens de-stress

09 July 2020 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Emilie started her journey at the YMCA as a volunteer, and eventually became a valued member of...read more
What’s intersectionality? Textbook speak explained, using lived experiences
Healthy Communities

What’s intersectionality? Textbook speak explained, using lived experiences

03 July 2020 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Editor’s note: this content was adapted from a newsletter that a YMCA staff member writes...read more
Feed your fam, help kids shine
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Feed your fam, help kids shine

02 July 2020 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Exposing children to nutritious food is crucial during the early years. That’s because food...read more
De jeunes leaders du Réseau d’actions communautaires YMCA remercient des travailleurs de première ligne grâce à un projet de bénévolat spécial
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De jeunes leaders du Réseau d’actions communautaires YMCA remercient des travailleurs de première ligne grâce à un projet de bénévolat spécial

29 June 2020 - by ymcablog

English versionLe Réseau d’actions communautaires YMCA (YCAN) offre aux jeunes une plateforme...read more
Young leaders from the YMCA Community Action Network thank frontline workers with special service project
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Young leaders from the YMCA Community Action Network thank frontline workers with special service project

29 June 2020 - by ymcablog

Version Française The YMCA Community Action Network (YCAN) gives youth a platform so they can...read more
5 2SLGBTQ+ books hand-picked by our child care staff to celebrate Pride
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5 2SLGBTQ+ books hand-picked by our child care staff to celebrate Pride

18 June 2020 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

In a region as diverse as the GTA, educating your child about the 2SLGBTQ+ community and what it...read more
Your Kid Care Kit: 35 games, crafts, physical activities, mood boosters, and expert tips
Healthy Living

Your Kid Care Kit: 35 games, crafts, physical activities, mood boosters, and expert tips

17 June 2020 - by Nicole Meredith

We get it: keeping your kids entertained and engaged gets tricky when you’re trying to stay in as...read more
Honour National Indigenous History Month — virtually!
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Honour National Indigenous History Month — virtually!

12 June 2020 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

June is National Indigenous History Month: a time to honour the history, heritage, and diversity...read more
The importance of pronouns
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The importance of pronouns

12 June 2020 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

As one small way to honour Pride Month 2020, here's a rundown on pronouns from our YMCA's...read more
You’re living history in the making. How will you help make the future brighter?
Healthy Living

You’re living history in the making. How will you help make the future brighter?

05 June 2020 - by Nicole Meredith

I personally hated history class. But lately, I’ve been taking comfort in the thought of a...read more

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