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Far more than fun and games: The approach behind 6 play-based activities in a Y classroom
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Far more than fun and games: The approach behind 6 play-based activities in a Y classroom

28 September 2023 - by Tia Chung

YMCA of Greater Toronto Child Care centres ignites curiosity and discovery in children who...read more
4 brilliant lunch box hacks that make packing school lunches a breeze
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4 brilliant lunch box hacks that make packing school lunches a breeze

01 September 2023 - by Sasha Smith

With updates from Tia Morrison on 09/01/2023September marks the beginning of a fresh...read more
Comment les jeux d'argent affectent-ils la prise de décision et les finances ?
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Comment les jeux d'argent affectent-ils la prise de décision et les finances ?

24 August 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Payer pour ouvrir un coffre en jeu ou un paquet de cartes virtuelles dans un jeu vidéo est une...read more
How does gambling affect decision-making and finances?
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How does gambling affect decision-making and finances?

24 August 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Paying to open a loot box or a virtual card pack in a video game is a form of gambling. You risk...read more
4 tips to help your child deal with separation anxiety in child care
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4 tips to help your child deal with separation anxiety in child care

09 August 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

With updates from Tia Morrison on 08/09/2023Separation anxiety is a common and normal...read more
4 benefits of being a Before & After School Educator at the YMCA
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4 benefits of being a Before & After School Educator at the YMCA

27 July 2023 - by Tia Chung

Life as a Child Care Educator is a rewarding and fulfilling...read more
Les jeux de hasard et le cerveau des adolescents
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Les jeux de hasard et le cerveau des adolescents

17 July 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

S'il semble que les jeunes prennent des décisions émotionnelles et adoptent des comportements à...read more
Gambling and the teenage brain
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Gambling and the teenage brain

17 July 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

If it seems like youth make emotional decisions and engage in risky behaviour, there’s a reason:...read more
Comment les jeux de hasard sont promus par les influenceurs
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Comment les jeux de hasard sont promus par les influenceurs

19 June 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

L'influence : Une autre façon de faire de la publicitéLa popularité des médias sociaux ne cessant...read more
How gambling is being driven by influencers
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How gambling is being driven by influencers

19 June 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Influencing: Another way to advertiseAs social media continues to grow in popularity, there are...read more

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