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Tackling Blue Monday with YSAP Connect
15 January 2024 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Though Blue Monday is a myth — there isn't one day of year that's the most depressing according...read more
YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education
Five ways adventurous play can benefit your child
11 January 2024 - by YMCA Press Centre
In a world that often emphasizes safety and caution, it's easy to overlook the profound benefits...read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
3 quick healthy eating and nutrition tips for children
02 January 2024 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care
With updates from Tia Chung on 12/21/2023Everyone benefits from healthy eating habits....read more
Healthy Communities
Becoming a babysitter
29 December 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Does your child want to start babysitting to earn some money and gain...read more
Peace by Piece 2023: An Impactful Youth Summit in Nature
08 December 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Our YMCA of Greater Toronto Youth programs recently hosted the Peace by Piece Youth Summit at the...read more
YMCA Child Care • Meet a Y Educator
Meet a Y educator: Tatiana
30 November 2023 - by Tia Chung
Educators are at the heart of every YMCA Child Care centre. They not only care for children,...read more
Healthy Communities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2023
22 November 2023 - by Christina Sanakidis, Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
In 1992, the United Nations (UN) declared December 3 the International Day of Persons with...read more
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness
Find community and motivation with group fitness classes at the YMCA of Greater Toronto
09 November 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
“Group fitness classes at the Y are like confetti,” says Sherry Perez, Manager of Program...read more
Healthy Communities
Treaties Recognition Week: Understanding wampum belts and treaties
02 November 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
"Treaties are not about giving rights to Indigenous Peoples, but rather, they are about...read more
Healthy Communities
Canadian Achievers shine at North Carolina Summit
26 October 2023 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
It was the trip of a lifetime! In late July 2023, three youth participants from YMCA of Greater...read more
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HEALTH AND FITNESS
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CAMPS AND OUTDOOR CENTRES
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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Get the job you want and brighten your career with help from Employment Services.
IMMIGRANT SERVICES
Settle in and light up your new life in the GTA with support from Immigrant Services.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Make new friends, hone new skills and find counselling at our Youth Programs.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Give back and shine on with rewarding YMCA Volunteer Opportunities.
SUSTAINABILITY
Find out about our green initiatives and what we're doing to build resilience to climate change.
YMCA ACADEMY
Light up learning at YMCA Academy, a middle and high school for those who learn differently.