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Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relations (MMIR): A National Crisis
22 April 2026 - by Christina Sanakidis, Manager – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Disclaimer: This article includes references to violence against Indigenous Peoples, which may be...read more
Supporting newcomers in Canada: Our partnership with Desjardins Financial Group
22 April 2026 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
For generations, newcomers have arrived in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) full of hope,...read more
YMCA Child Care
How to introduce crochet to your child (and why it’s trending)
20 April 2026 - by Tia Chung
Reading time: 3 minutes A ball of yarn rolls across the table. A child reaches for it, hook...read more
Healthy Communities • Healthy Kids • YMCA Youth Programs
Quels sont les points communs entre les lucky scoops et les jeux de hasard ?
14 April 2026 - by YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program
Les « lucky scoops », ou « cuillères de la chance », sont une tendance d’achat en ligne où les...read more
Healthy Communities • YMCA Youth Programs
What similarities exist between lucky scoops and gambling?
13 April 2026 - by YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program
Lucky scoops are an online shopping trend where sellers use spoons or ladles to scoop a random...read more
YMCA Volunteers
Volunteer spotlight: Meet Baran Kazemi
16 March 2026 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Every one of our volunteers contributes to the success of the YMCA of Greater Toronto....read more
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care
Three tips to help your child make friends
12 March 2026 - by Tia Chung
You want your child to feel happy and included. You hope they have someone to sit next to during...read more
YMCA Youth Programs
D’inconnus à amis pour la vie : au cœur du programme Emplois d'été Échanges étudiants YMCA
11 March 2026 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
Un été de premières foisChaque choix peut influencer votre vie — apprendre une nouvelle langue,...read more
YMCA Youth Programs
From strangers to lifelong friends: Inside the YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange
11 March 2026 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto
A summer of firstsEvery choice can impact your life, whether it’s learning a new language,...read more
YMCA Child Care • In Conversation with Educators
What makes a great child care team at the YMCA
03 March 2026 - by Tia Chung
Step inside a YMCA child care centre in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and you’ll notice children...read more
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