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Healthy Communities • Y Stories
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...read more
Healthy Communities • YMCA Volunteers
Recognizing two of our many fantastic YMCA volunteer coordinators
05 November 2016 - by Emily Cichonski
Behind every great volunteer is a volunteer coordinator who diligently works to ensure their...read more
Healthy Communities • Support the Y • Y Stories
Why our YMCA Family gives back
03 November 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Working and volunteering at the YMCA of Greater Toronto means more than just having a position,...read more
Healthy Communities • Y Stories • YMCA Employment Programs
How Dana found a job--and her purpose in life
27 October 2016 - by June Findlay
The YMCA’s employment centres help youth aged 15 – 30 facing multiple barriers to employment...read more
Healthy Communities • Y Stories • YMCA Employment Programs
Breaking down the barriers: Asif's Y Story
21 October 2016 - by June Findlay
What if you had a disability that made it difficult to find a job, or go to work every day? For...read more
Healthy Communities • YMCA Events
Free Halloween festivities at the Cooper Koo Y
20 October 2016 - by Nicole Meredith
Kick your trick-or-treating plans into high gear with a stop at the Cooper Koo Y this Halloween....read more
Healthy Communities • Support the Y • YMCA Youth Programs
Work-study scholarship gives youth in need a great head start
07 October 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
When leaders at Anannya Xavier’s Newcomer Youth Leadership Development program at the YMCA first...read more
Healthy Communities • YMCA Youth Programs
Students take a virtual reality trip inside a Syrian refugee camp
06 October 2016 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Last week, students and teachers at The YMCA Academy had an exceptional opportunity to view...read more
Healthy Communities • Y Stories • YMCA Volunteers
Celebrating years of dedication and service: Russell Otter's Y story
01 October 2016 - by Emily Cichonski
Today is the International Day of Older Persons. This day is a great chance to recognize the...read more
Healthy Communities • YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education
York Region Staff take over YMCA Cedar Glen
30 September 2016 - by Talía Noya
Earlier this week, the YMCA of Greater Toronto hosted unique experiential education activities...read more
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