YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO
"You Are Appreciated!"
Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, October 21, 2026
The messages below were shared by families, coworkers, and community partners to celebrate and thank the incredible people who care for and inspire children.
Those who provide both care and programs for children bring light to every day—they ignite curiosity, confidence, and joy in the lives they touch. We’re deeply grateful for all that you do.
To Tiffany, Maria, and Alice at Bernard YMCA Child Care Centre — thank you for making Ethan's first week so warm and welcoming. Your patience and care mean the world to our family. Happy Educator Appreciation Day! ❤️
From Ethan’s Dad
To all the educators and staff at Legacy YMCA, a big thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your dedication, compassion and care is truly appreciated! Our boys are so lucky to have you all. Thank you for providing a safe and nurturing space for them to learn, play and grow.
From the family of Anderson, Caden and Julian Z.
Thank you to all of the amazing educators at Father Fenton YMCA! All of the staff truly seem to care about the kids and helping them to grow in a fun, safe, and supportive space. It is wonderful to see the wide range of activities that you have for the kids including science experiments, math games, and outdoor play. Thank you for your patience and hard work each day, it is evident in the way our daughter speaks about each of you.
From Emily
Shoutout to all the educators at the Father Fenelon YMCA location!! My son started in the infant room and is now in the preschool room! I’m so happy with all the love and care they pour into my son. They’ve helped mould him into the boy he is now.
From Shanice Mckenzie
To my FCAP family;
A heartfelt thank you to all my amazing colleagues for your hard work, patience, dedication, and love for the children. I know our work is not always easy, but the difference we make in little lives is truly priceless. 🌷
Thank you for showing up every day, supporting one another, and giving your best even on challenging days. Please know that your efforts matter, your dedication is valued, and the love you share makes a lasting impact.
Happy ECE Appreciation! So proud to work alongside such caring and passionate educators. Keep shining, because what we do truly matters! ❤️🥰
A heartfelt thank you to all my amazing colleagues for your hard work, patience, dedication, and love for the children. I know our work is not always easy, but the difference we make in little lives is truly priceless. 🌷
Thank you for showing up every day, supporting one another, and giving your best even on challenging days. Please know that your efforts matter, your dedication is valued, and the love you share makes a lasting impact.
Happy ECE Appreciation! So proud to work alongside such caring and passionate educators. Keep shining, because what we do truly matters! ❤️🥰
From Alyssa H
To the Entire YMCA Daycare Team,
We wanted to take a moment to thank each of you for the care, patience, and kindness you bring to the children and families you serve every day.
While we may not always see every quiet moment or helping hand, we know your teamwork creates a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment. We are truly grateful for your dedication and for the difference you make.
Thank you for all that you do.
We wanted to take a moment to thank each of you for the care, patience, and kindness you bring to the children and families you serve every day.
While we may not always see every quiet moment or helping hand, we know your teamwork creates a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment. We are truly grateful for your dedication and for the difference you make.
Thank you for all that you do.
From Amal and Family
We are so fortunate to have known the YMCA team at Wyndham Ridge. The teachers are so kind, loving and caring. My daughter has been attending here since 3yrs and we couldn’t be happier. The food is top notch and healthy, still loved by kids. And the teachers especially Sejal keeps the kids busy and occupied. Thank you so much for taking care of Myra.
From Myra’s parents.
❤️ **A Heartfelt Thank You to My Child’s After-School Care Educators Ms. Krista, Ms. Ashantae, Ms Harkamon and the rest of the team at Russell D Barber YMCA Aftercare Room 110 & Room 111** ❤️
From the bottom of my heart, I want to say a sincere thank you to all the wonderful educators who care for my child after school. 🥹❤️
Thank you for your patience, kindness, love, and dedication. Knowing that my child is in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment means more to me than words can express. Your hard work, encouragement, and the little things you do each day make such a big difference in my child’s life.
Thank you for creating a space where my child feels welcomed, supported, happy, and cared for. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into making each day special, even when your work may go unnoticed.
Caring for children is such a beautiful responsibility, and I am grateful that my child has educators like you who go above and beyond to make a positive impact. May God continue to bless you with strength, patience, happiness, and love as you continue doing such meaningful work. 🙏🏽💕
**Thank you for being more than educators—for being a source of comfort, encouragement, and care in my child’s life. You are truly appreciated, and I will always be grateful for everything you do.** ❤️🌷
From the bottom of my heart, I want to say a sincere thank you to all the wonderful educators who care for my child after school. 🥹❤️
Thank you for your patience, kindness, love, and dedication. Knowing that my child is in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment means more to me than words can express. Your hard work, encouragement, and the little things you do each day make such a big difference in my child’s life.
Thank you for creating a space where my child feels welcomed, supported, happy, and cared for. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into making each day special, even when your work may go unnoticed.
Caring for children is such a beautiful responsibility, and I am grateful that my child has educators like you who go above and beyond to make a positive impact. May God continue to bless you with strength, patience, happiness, and love as you continue doing such meaningful work. 🙏🏽💕
**Thank you for being more than educators—for being a source of comfort, encouragement, and care in my child’s life. You are truly appreciated, and I will always be grateful for everything you do.** ❤️🌷
From Khloe’s H mom and Dad
❤️ **A Heartfelt Thank You Jasjeet, Amanpreet, Sindu and the toddler room @Russell D Barber YMCA** ❤️
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the love, care, patience, and kindness you all show my little boy. 🥹❤️ Leaving him in your care means so much to me, and knowing that he is loved, safe, and cared for brings me such peace of mind.
At just 2 years old, he is still learning, growing, and discovering the world, and I’m so grateful to have someone like you guys helping him along the way. Thank you for treating him with such warmth, nurturing him, and making each day special for him.
You guys are more than just a caregiver; you all are someone who plays an important role in his little life, and that is something I will always appreciate. Words cannot fully express how thankful I am for everything you do. May God bless you abundantly for the beautiful heart you have and the love you give to my precious boy. 🙏🏽❤️
**Thank you for being such a special part of his life. You are truly appreciated!** 💕
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the love, care, patience, and kindness you all show my little boy. 🥹❤️ Leaving him in your care means so much to me, and knowing that he is loved, safe, and cared for brings me such peace of mind.
At just 2 years old, he is still learning, growing, and discovering the world, and I’m so grateful to have someone like you guys helping him along the way. Thank you for treating him with such warmth, nurturing him, and making each day special for him.
You guys are more than just a caregiver; you all are someone who plays an important role in his little life, and that is something I will always appreciate. Words cannot fully express how thankful I am for everything you do. May God bless you abundantly for the beautiful heart you have and the love you give to my precious boy. 🙏🏽❤️
**Thank you for being such a special part of his life. You are truly appreciated!** 💕
From Karson’s mom and dad
To all the amazing child care educators of YMCA Hanson—thank you for caring for our kids with such patience, kindness, and love. It means so much to us knowing they’re learning, growing, and feeling safe with you every day. We see the patience, kindness, and heart you put into your work, and we’re truly grateful. We’ve seen so much growth in both our kids over these past two years. Their speech, confidence, and ability to communicate have improved in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Happy Childcare and ECE appreciation day.
From Hamzah and Hafsah's family
Amazing program with the best child care educators. My children always come home happy !
From JG
Thank you for being so calm, patient, and reassuring while Ikleen settled into daycare. Starting somewhere new can be hard for little ones (and their parents!), and you made the transition feel gentle and safe. She now walks in comfortable, and that's because of the care you show her every day. We're so grateful to have you as part of her early learning journey. Thank you for everything you do! 💛
From Diksha Bajaj and Sumer Bhalla
Childcare workers and early childhood educators help our youngest residents feel safe, supported and excited to learn. Your patience, creativity and compassion nurture children’s confidence and curiosity while giving families peace of mind. On Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, I extend my sincere thanks to these dedicated professionals in Brampton and across our communities. The difference you make every day helps build a brighter future for us all.
From Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton
To the wonderful teachers at Glengrove Childcare Centre:
I truly have no words to thank all the amazing teachers who work so hard to nurture our kiddos!. You are the reason my little one adjusted so well in the centre and always so excited to go everyday. Big heartfelt thanks and hugs to Maria, Shandi, Ronke, Anjali and all supporting teachers who have created such a warm, playful and learning-freindly enviornment at the centre. With lots of love and gratitude,
I truly have no words to thank all the amazing teachers who work so hard to nurture our kiddos!. You are the reason my little one adjusted so well in the centre and always so excited to go everyday. Big heartfelt thanks and hugs to Maria, Shandi, Ronke, Anjali and all supporting teachers who have created such a warm, playful and learning-freindly enviornment at the centre. With lots of love and gratitude,
From Zain A's family
Dear Ms. Victoria, Ms. Jenny, Ms. Minoo, Ms. Amanda, Ms. Ghazaleh, and all the wonderful Brownridge YMCA teachers ❤️
Thank you so much for all the love, patience, and care you’ve given Zaine. We’re so grateful for your kindness and for helping him feel more comfortable and happy in his daycare journey. It means so much to our family knowing he’s surrounded by such caring teachers. Thank you for everything you do! ❤️💕
Thank you so much for all the love, patience, and care you’ve given Zaine. We’re so grateful for your kindness and for helping him feel more comfortable and happy in his daycare journey. It means so much to our family knowing he’s surrounded by such caring teachers. Thank you for everything you do! ❤️💕
From Zaine and family
To: YMCA Child Care Educators at Dr.Roberta Bondar infant room
Happy Child Care Worker Appreciation Day! ❤️ As a first-time mom, leaving my baby girl in someone else’s care for the first time was not easy. Even though she’s only been attending daycare for a month, I’m so grateful for the love, patience, and care you’ve already shown her. Knowing she is being cared for by people who want the best for her brings me so much comfort. Thank you for being such a special part of her little world. We appreciate you more than you know! 💕
Happy Child Care Worker Appreciation Day! ❤️ As a first-time mom, leaving my baby girl in someone else’s care for the first time was not easy. Even though she’s only been attending daycare for a month, I’m so grateful for the love, patience, and care you’ve already shown her. Knowing she is being cared for by people who want the best for her brings me so much comfort. Thank you for being such a special part of her little world. We appreciate you more than you know! 💕
From Harper and family❤️
Happy Child Care Worker Appreciation Day! ❤️
Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our children with so much love, patience, and kindness. Your dedication, hard work, and support make a big difference in their lives. We truly appreciate everything you do to help our children feel safe, happy, and loved while they learn and grow. Thank you for being such an important part of their childhood!
With heartfelt appreciation, thank you for all that you do! 🌷
Thank you for taking such wonderful care of our children with so much love, patience, and kindness. Your dedication, hard work, and support make a big difference in their lives. We truly appreciate everything you do to help our children feel safe, happy, and loved while they learn and grow. Thank you for being such an important part of their childhood!
With heartfelt appreciation, thank you for all that you do! 🌷
From Lena’s parents
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated child care workers and ECEs across Ontario. You build confidence, foster curiosity, and lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning. You also give parents and caregivers the peace of mind to pursue their own goals, knowing their children are in caring and capable hands. I recognize the tremendous responsibility you carry and the skill, energy, and dedication you bring to your work each and every day. You deserve our deepest appreciation, meaningful support, and recognition for the essential role you play in building stronger communities and shaping future generations. Thank you for all that you do. Your work matters, your contributions are invaluable, and the difference you make will be felt for years to come.
From MPP Chris Glover, Spadina - Fort York
Happy Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day!!! 💕
We are so grateful to the staff at Vaughan Willard YMCA infant room for everything they’ve done to make our little guy adjust so well to child care.
A huge THANK YOU to Victoria, Sophia, Melissa, Sakina, Nahid, and Jennifer the centre supervisor, for creating a safe space for him to thrive!
We are so grateful to the staff at Vaughan Willard YMCA infant room for everything they’ve done to make our little guy adjust so well to child care.
A huge THANK YOU to Victoria, Sophia, Melissa, Sakina, Nahid, and Jennifer the centre supervisor, for creating a safe space for him to thrive!
From The Chronopoulos Family!
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