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Le témoignage de Preston : Faire la différence dans sa communauté avec Échanges Jeunesses Canada
12 April 2024 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Le programme Échanges Jeunesses Canada (EJC) du YMCA est un programme d'échange financé par...read more
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Preston’s story: Making a difference in his community with Youth Exchanges Canada
12 April 2024 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada (YEC) is an exchange program funded by Canadian Heritage that helps...read more
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“I know I’ll make a lasting and meaningful impact for generations to come.”
28 August 2023 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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YMCA athlete overcomes cancer and returns to compete
08 December 2022 - by Zoja Popovic
Being an athlete is a feat that requires talent, determination, commitment, resilience, and...read more
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“We want to celebrate today’s youth and help them succeed”
25 October 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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Lessons in living from Karen, a long-time Y volunteer who turned 80 this year!
08 July 2022 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Karen joined Central YMCA in 1978 right after her first child was born. She joined with a friend,...read more
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YMCA member shines a light on mental health
14 June 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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YMCA donors spark potential in the leaders of tomorrow
31 May 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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YMCA donor & former Chair of the Board of Directors helps re-ignite community spirit
17 May 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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YMCA donor & Board member strives to open opportunities for all
03 May 2022 - by Nicole Meredith
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity, and it’s thanks to our incredible donors and volunteers...read more
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