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Why Pat’s stuck with her personal trainer for 16 years
Healthy LivingY StoriesYMCA Health and Fitness

Why Pat’s stuck with her personal trainer for 16 years

30 November 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Pat knew she had to tackle her health issues after she had a few scary falls, but felt...read more
How donors helped Jerry find child care and open doors for his daughter
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How donors helped Jerry find child care and open doors for his daughter

29 November 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

All year long, YMCA of Greater Toronto members and families share amazing stories about their...read more
Camp Director Series, Part 2: What are we looking for in YMCA Camp Director?
YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education

Camp Director Series, Part 2: What are we looking for in YMCA Camp Director?

28 November 2016 - by Leigh Coffey

One of the most impactful and integral roles within our Day Camp teams is the Camp Director role....read more
Camp Director Series, Part 1 of 2: Meet Kate!
YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education

Camp Director Series, Part 1 of 2: Meet Kate!

26 November 2016 - by Leigh Coffey

One of the most impactful and integral roles within our Day Camp teams is the Camp Director role....read more
Why hitting the snooze button makes you more tired
Healthy LivingYMCA Health and Fitness

Why hitting the snooze button makes you more tired

25 November 2016 - by Nicole Meredith

I admit it: I used to be obsessed with the snooze button.Whenever I had to wake up extra early,...read more
Welcoming committee: How Ron and Melanie became community ambassadors
Immigrant ServicesY StoriesYMCA Global Initatives

Welcoming committee: How Ron and Melanie became community ambassadors

24 November 2016 - by June Findlay

We’re celebrating Peace Week from November 19-26, and as part of the celebrations, we recognize...read more
How Emma lost 70 pounds and regained her self-esteem
Healthy LivingY StoriesYMCA Health and Fitness

How Emma lost 70 pounds and regained her self-esteem

23 November 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Emma spent years feeling self-conscious about her body and unsure how to get healthier. It wasn’t...read more
How to win allies and influence young people in your community: Trevor’s Y Story
Y StoriesYMCA Global Initatives

How to win allies and influence young people in your community: Trevor’s Y Story

21 November 2016 - by June Findlay

We’re celebrating Peace Week from November 19-26, and as part of the celebrations, we recognize...read more
Aree Brindar’s Y Story: How volunteering with the Y helped him achieve his goals
Healthy CommunitiesY StoriesYMCA Volunteers

Aree Brindar’s Y Story: How volunteering with the Y helped him achieve his goals

18 November 2016 - by Emily Cichonski

Volunteering has many great benefits, and for many volunteers, one significant benefit is gaining...read more
Giving life another chance: How Alex learned to manage addiction
Healthy LivingY StoriesYMCA Youth Programs

Giving life another chance: How Alex learned to manage addiction

17 November 2016 - by Talía Noya

When it happened, Alex* had just made the decision to find help. She booked an appointment to...read more

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