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Something’s missing from most “gender neutral” clothes for kids
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care

Something’s missing from most “gender neutral” clothes for kids

23 June 2017 - by Sasha Smith

When I was working at a popular Canadian retail chain, I couldn’t help but notice the stark...read more
Recognizing local Indigenous history at YMCA Cedar Glen
Healthy Communities • YMCA Camps and Outdoor Education

Recognizing local Indigenous history at YMCA Cedar Glen

21 June 2017 - by Gord Dunlop

In September 2016 an Indigenous Elder, Indigenous youth movement groups, and YMCA staff from...read more
Reaching out to refugee youth in the GTA
Healthy Living

Reaching out to refugee youth in the GTA

20 June 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

by Victoria AlvarezSettling in a new country as an immigrant youth can be a scary and confusing...read more
Ask a personal trainer: Will squats wreck my knees?
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness

Ask a personal trainer: Will squats wreck my knees?

20 June 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Setting foot in a weight room for the first time can be intimidating. How much should you be...read more
The Brampton Barracudas Lifesaving team ranks 2nd in Ontario at the Pool Juniors
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness

The Brampton Barracudas Lifesaving team ranks 2nd in Ontario at the Pool Juniors

19 June 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

This past weekend, over 300 youth competed in the Ontario Pool Juniors. This culminating event...read more
What volunteering has brought to my life
Healthy Communities • Y Stories • YMCA Volunteers

What volunteering has brought to my life

16 June 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

By Carla AcostaI started volunteering with the YMCA of Greater Toronto in 2010, and I have been...read more
Learning, honouring, and sharing the history of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples
Healthy Communities • YMCA Events

Learning, honouring, and sharing the history of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples

15 June 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

Like many people and organizations, the YMCA of Greater Toronto is learning more about the...read more
Ashley’s empowering approach to personal training
Healthy Living • Y Stories • YMCA Health and Fitness

Ashley’s empowering approach to personal training

13 June 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Over the past eight years she’s spent working as a personal trainer, Ashley has helped countless...read more
Local youth to showcase their talent at Rep Your Region finale
Healthy Communities

Local youth to showcase their talent at Rep Your Region finale

12 June 2017 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

By Victoria AlvarezThe YMCA of Greater Toronto will be hosting its annual Rep Your Region youth...read more
Ask a personal trainer: Will strength training make me “bulky”?
Healthy Living • YMCA Health and Fitness

Ask a personal trainer: Will strength training make me “bulky”?

06 June 2017 - by Nicole Meredith

Delving into the world of fitness and nutrition can feel overwhelming. How long should a cardio...read more

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