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  1. 24 January 2021
    Toronto – January 24, 2021 – The YMCA of Greater Toronto is thrilled to be selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for 2021 – the 13th year the charity has received this recognition.“Our charity prides itself on being a place for young people to reach their potential, whether... read more
  2. 29 December 2020
    Two iconic Canadian charities join forces on multi-video exercise series to help keep New Year’s resolutions and beat the winter bluesToronto - December 29, 2020 – The YMCA of Greater Toronto and ParticipACTION have teamed up to help Canadians stay active and healthy in the New Year. The... read more
  3. 15 December 2020
    Toronto – December 4, 2020 – The YMCA of Greater Toronto is honoured to be selected as one of the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2021 – the 13th year in a row that the charity has received the recognition.In a news release issued earlier today, the organizers noted the impact of the pandemic... read more
  4. 24 November 2020
    Cliquez ici pour françaisDeadline for applications to be one of the first participating groups in the YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada (YEC) program fast approachingToronto – November 24, 2020 – The YMCA of Greater Toronto is launching a virtual version of its national YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada... read more
  5. 23 November 2020
    Employer partners celebrated virtually for offering opportunities during COVID-19Toronto – November 23, 2020 – Last week, the YMCA of Greater Toronto virtually hosted its annual YMCA Employer Recognition Event, celebrating organizations in the Greater Toronto Area for their placement of job... read more
  6. 23 September 2020
    Historic Toronto institutions join forces to bring well-being to the community in innovative waysTORONTO, September 22, 2020 – This evening, the YMCA of Greater Toronto (YMCA) and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) announced an innovative and ongoing partnership at the first in a series of... read more
  7. 17 September 2020
    Cliquez ici pour françaisCall for entries to National Youth Digital Media Contest issuedToronto – September 14, 2020 – Canadian youth are reported to have among the highest cannabis use rates in the world and following recent legalization, the YMCA of Greater Toronto is stepping up with a new... read more
  8. 07 August 2020
    Charity ramping up to reopen remaining Health and Fitness Centres with enhanced screening, cleaning and physical distancing amidst COVID-19TORONTO – July 30, 2020 – Following the province of Ontario’s update that all remaining parts of Ontario will officially enter Phase 3 as of Friday, July 31,... read more
  9. 25 June 2020
    Charity opens registration for virtual camps, day camps and family adventures to help children shineTORONTO - JUNE 25, 2020 – The YMCA of Greater Toronto has officially launched Y Virtual Camp, an online camp that provides traditional elements of summer day camp in a secure, live and interactive... read more
  10. 26 May 2020
    The Y’s Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre will be used as an additional food storage location, where food donations can be sorted and packed prior to redistribution and deliveryTORONTO, May 26, 2020 – Today, the YMCA of Greater Toronto announced its partnership with the Food Bank of York Region (FBYR) to... read more

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