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What's Happening at the YMCA
What's Happening at the YMCA
There is always something happening at the YMCA of Greater Toronto. To learn more about our growing community of members, staff, volunteers and donors check here often and discover what's new at the YMCA!
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Get a Jump on Summer with Matthew and Adam
Posted on Mon Jun 17 2013
Young brothers Matthew, age 12, and Adam, age 9, are stepping up with the YMCA's Get a Jump on Summer Challenge and having a blast. Here’s what they had to say about getting active. > Read More
2013 PRIDE Initiative: Voices of LGBTT2SIQQA Newcomers
Posted on Tue Jun 4 2013
It’s Pride Month, and across the GTA we’re welcoming community workers, leaders and LGBTT2SIQQA (lesbian, gay, bi, transsexual, transgender, two-spirited, intersex, queer, questioning, allies) newcomers to share their stories, challenges, successes and insights on the intersecting dimensions of diversity that face newcomer youth, families and adults in Canada. > Read More
Family Gym: Get Fit and Be a Role Model
Posted on Mon May 27 2013
A great way to get your kids active is to be active yourself and show them just how fun it can be! Our Health and Fitness Centres offer Family Gym times throughout the week to give you and your kids quality time and the chance to get active together. You can also connect with other community members. > Read More
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13 Reasons to Try the Y in 2013
Posted on Fri Apr 26 2013
Do you want to be healthier? Feel better? Then try the Y ! Here are 13 reasons you should become a Y member. > Read More
Top Five Reasons to Send Your Kid to Camp
Posted on Tue Apr 16 2013
What's your child doing this summer? Here are five positive changes kids experience after just a week at a YMCA outdoor camp. > Read More
Earn AIR MILES® Reward Miles at the Y
Posted on Fri Apr 5 2013
Need some motivation to get more active? Now you can earn AIR MILES® reward miles every time you visit one of our eight Health and Fitness Centres. Register next time you come in to start earning 1 reward mile for every 4 visits. > Read More
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Posted on Tue Mar 26 2013
Kick off an active summer on YMCA Healthy Kids Day! YMCA centres across the country will be open FREE to the public on June 2, 2013, for fun-filled family activities including dance classes, obstacle courses, crafts, nutrition tables and much more. > Read More
Achieve Your Goals with Personal Training
Posted on Mon Mar 25 2013
Whether you’re trying to keep your New Year’s resolutions on track or just want a helping hand with your fitness and health goals, a personal trainer can keep you committed! > Read More
YMCA Megathon Surpasses Goal - More Kids Get Active
Posted on Mon Mar 18 2013
At least 560 kids from low-income households will get active for a year at the YMCA thanks to the heroic efforts put forward by participants of the 4th annual YMCA Strong Kids Megathon held March 2. > Read More
Tips for Youth: Finding Summer Employment
Posted on Wed Mar 13 2013
With the countdown to warmer weather in full swing, young people will be starting to think about summer jobs. We’ve got lots of great support to help Toronto’s youth gain meaningful employment this year. > Read More
Make This March Break Active
Posted on Fri Mar 8 2013
There are many March Break events taking place across the GTA this week. But here are a few ideas for fun family activities you can do at home or in the yard or local park. Better yet, they’re free! > Read More
Working Together to Get Kids Healthy
Posted on Tue Mar 4 2013
Will your kids beat the odds and be healthier than you? Perhaps not, according to a report released today. The findings are staggering: obesity is threatening the future of Ontario's children. > Read More
Young Sisters are Heroes for Other Kids
Posted on Tue Feb 26 2013
As babies, Emma and Kate learned how to swim at the Y. On Saturday, they’ll swim nonstop for an hour at their local YMCA as part of the YMCA Strong Kids Megathon. The goal? Raising money for kids from low-income families so they can get active with memberships at the YMCA. They will be joined by over 1,000 community heroes across the GTA who are also testing their endurance with a variety of fitness challenges.
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Get Your Kids Active This Winter
Posted on Mon Feb 11 2013
By February, most of us are feeling the winter blues. It’s easy to get negative when it comes to shortened daylight hours, bitter cold, shovelling snow, messy traffic, etc. But instead of hibernating indoors on the couch, you can make the season fun and active for the whole family.
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March Break Aquatics Certification Courses
Posted on Mon Jan 28 2013
Earn your Bronze Medallion or Bronze Cross certification this March Break!
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Easy Ways to Eat Healthier
Posted on Thu Jan 17 2013
Most of us struggle to return to a healthy eating routine after weeks of holiday indulgences. Here are some tips to get back in the groove — or expand your horizons.
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YMCA Culinary Collection
Each month — and during special occasions and events — we'll post a healthy recipe prepared by the YMCA Hospitality Training Program or one of our staff culinary experts for you and your family to enjoy. > Read more
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