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Let’s talk children's mental health: signs, symptoms, and disorders (Part 2)
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Let’s talk children's mental health: signs, symptoms, and disorders (Part 2)

08 May 2019 - by Dawn Yan

Without a doubt, parenthood is exhausting. Between balancing work, family, and everything in...read more
Let’s talk children's mental health: signs, symptoms & disorders (Part 1)
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Let’s talk children's mental health: signs, symptoms & disorders (Part 1)

07 May 2019 - by Dawn Yan

As parents, we always want what’s best for our children. Whether it’s hacking into our vacation...read more
Thriving in Canada: How a Syrian Immigrant Found Her Perfect Job
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Thriving in Canada: How a Syrian Immigrant Found Her Perfect Job

07 May 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

When Dima arrived in Canada from Syria last year, she wasn’t sure what kind of job she wanted....read more
From Camper to Camp Director: a Lifelong YMCA Leadership Experience
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From Camper to Camp Director: a Lifelong YMCA Leadership Experience

06 May 2019 - by Alex Te

Meryl’s experience with YMCA Day Camps started a decade ago, at the age of 7 or 8 . She attended...read more
Let’s talk children's mental health: Is it “too early” or “too late” to start thinking about it?
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Let’s talk children's mental health: Is it “too early” or “too late” to start thinking about it?

06 May 2019 - by Dawn Yan

Imagine this: you’re a first-time parent whose due date was just pushed up 2 weeks and suddenly...read more
5 Reasons It’s Better To Sweat Together
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5 Reasons It’s Better To Sweat Together

01 May 2019 - by Krista Hesketh

Exercise is better with a buddy.It’s okay to sweat it out solo, but research shows that...read more
New Brunswick Teens Explore Toronto’s Rich History & Cultural Diversity Through Exchange
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New Brunswick Teens Explore Toronto’s Rich History & Cultural Diversity Through Exchange

01 May 2019 - by Sarah Cowan

On April 13, students from Wolastoq Education Initiative, who live on Tobique First Nation...read more
What to expect at YMCA Summer Club vs. Summer Day Camp
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What to expect at YMCA Summer Club vs. Summer Day Camp

17 April 2019 - by Dawn Yan

With March Break long gone, your kids are likely counting down the days until school’s out again....read more
YMCA recognized for environmental leadership and earth-friendly initiatives
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YMCA recognized for environmental leadership and earth-friendly initiatives

15 April 2019 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

The YMCA of Greater Toronto has been selected as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for the ninth...read more
How Alana found balance and a sense of community at the Y
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How Alana found balance and a sense of community at the Y

12 April 2019 - by Admas Mekuria

Alana Rutherford has been a long-time participant in our Sweat For Good Challenge (formerly...read more

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