Thank you so much to all the YMCA waterclub community teachers for their support and care. I really appreciate.
From Shivanya's Mom
YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO
"You Are Appreciated!"
Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, October 21, 2025
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.
Our two kiddos are so well cared for and loved by all the staff at Brampton YMCA Union. They teach our kids independence while supporting them through their process. The hugs our kiddos give their educators says it all. Thank you so much for your care and love.
From Kelly Walker
Konstanca; Kirty, Cedella, Dainelle, and Carolyn!
You are the best! Your patience, love and dedication for taking care of the kids is paramount!
You are contributing to a better world by taking care of our little ones!
We area grateful for all of you!
From Maia’s family!
To YMCA team: Thank you so much for your patience and efforts in taking care of our kid. We are so grateful to have Qilin in such good hands!
From Qilin's family
The educators is preschool 2 at Cedar Glen have been phenomenal . They have shown patience, allowing my son to come into his own and be comfortable in the classroom. They are creative and fun while still being educational. A big thank you today and everyday.
From Nate’s family
I want to give a big THANK YOU to Sarita and Prabjot, both for creating such a warm and welcoming space in the school age room at Unionville Central Park YMCA. It’s clear how much love, patience, and care you bring to each day. The fact that Autumn never wants to leave speaks volumes about the joyful and nurturing environment you’ve built.
Thank you for all that you do, and for making your room a place children genuinely love to be.
From Ashley
As MPP for Scarborough North and Ontario’s Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to child care workers and early childhood educators in Scarborough and across our province. Their dedication, compassion, and tireless work help shape the future of our communities by supporting children during their most formative years. They provide not only education, but also comfort, stability, and care to families, making a meaningful difference each and every day. I thank them for the vital role they play in building strong, inclusive, and caring communities in Scarborough and across Ontario.
From The Honourable Raymond Cho, MPP for Scarborough North & Ontario's Minister for Seniors & Accessibility
You are appreciate for your kindness and patience.hope you everything goes well.
From Darren
We’ve met all the wonderful educators at our YMCA at this point, from the infant room, toddler room and now preschool. Every person works hard to teach our little person to be kind, clever and curious. We appreciate all the love they pour into their work and how they still take the time to interact with our little cutie even though she’s moved out of their room. You’re all doing incredible and important work and we appreciate you!
From Chelsea
To all the wonderful staff at Central Park YMCA,
Thank you for the care and love you bring into the centre each day. You create a space where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to grow. Every smile, kind word, and patient moment truly makes a difference.
A heartfelt shoutout to the toddler room team, Vanitha, Claudine, and Aven, for the amazing care and warmth you show Teddy. Knowing he is surrounded by such wonderful educators means so much.
You are deeply appreciated for all that you do and for the heart you bring to every child’s day.
From Zi
Thank you for the love, patience, and care you show every single day. You play such a special role in our children’s growth and happiness, and we’re so grateful for all that you do. Your kindness and dedication make a world of difference!
From Orhan’s Family
To all the amazing individuals who nurture, guide, and care for our little ones thank you for the love, patience, and dedication you show every single day. You help children grow, explore, and discover their potential through your kindness and creativity.
Thank you for all that you do! 🌟
From Zayne’s mom
Dears educators,
I’m so proud of being part of your group, learning from you and playing with you.
It’s a privilege to be your little student.
Thanks for your warm, kind and caring attitude.
From Oliviia
Thank You to Daniella’s Wonderful YMCA Educators! 🧸
To the amazing team who care for Daniella — your kindness, creativity, and patience light up her world every day. You’ve helped her discover new words, make new friends, and explore her growing independence with joy and confidence. Whether she’s dancing to music, building towers, or cuddling up for story time, we know she’s surrounded by love and learning.
We’re so grateful for the nurturing environment you create and the gentle guidance you offer. Thank you for being such a special part of Daniella’s early years 💛
From Daniella’s Family
A BIG thanks to the incredible team at Emily Stowe YMCA who care for our little one with so much heart, patience, and love.
You do more than just watch over our kids. You teach them, comfort them, cheer them on, and help shape who they are becoming. You show up with open arms and open hearts, even on the tough days. You notice the little things. You celebrate their tiny victories. You make drop-offs easier, and pickups full of smiles.
Thank you for being part of our village. For the hugs, the songs, the routines, and the care you give that can’t always be put into words. We’re so grateful for everything you do and for the impact you make every single day.
You are all truly appreciated.
From Krista & Family
Thank you to all the ECEs especially at YMCA Pinnacle, EC Drury and Our Lady of Good Voyage! So many transitions for my little one in a short amount of time and all the ECEs helped with every adjustment period. It means a lot.
From Jervy (& Gabriella) K.
Just a word of gratitude wouldn't be enough to convey my heartfelt thanks to Ms. Amutha, Ms. Sandra and Ms. Ekjot from Meadowvale YMCA.
We are so proud to see Santino growing up so well and the way he mingles with everyone there. Special thanks to Ms. Amutha, who helps Santino in communicating things and taking care of him.
From Santino & Family ❤️
Thank you so much for caring for my kiddos! Mornings are rough with the twins, but the team has always been so patient and loving towards them. The best part of my day is seeing how happy they are coming home from school. They love the teachers and that to me is everything !
From Deanna
Amazing team, they’re family!!! Cannot express how much the team has helped our family. Our children love them thank you for everything 😊
From Kennedy rd north
It’s never easy to be away from your little one, but the comfort and peace of mind you all give us each day mean more than words can express. Knowing our child is in the care of such kind, patient, and loving educators makes it so much easier. You’ve created a space where our child feels safe, happy, and cared for, and that allows us, as parents, to breathe easier and go about our days with confidence. We’re so deeply grateful for the warmth, trust, and genuine love you pour into everything you do.
A big Thank you from Zaviyar too ❤️
From Zaviyar, Ghazala and Fakhir
To the Brampton Union St. YMCA educators, we know you go above and beyond every single day! You make learning fun! Thank you for nurturing our child's curiosity, love for learning and helping them grow!
From the young family
To the Palgrave YMCA staff, Thank you for everything you have done for our child. He has felt safe, happy, and loved. He continues to grow under your care and learn new things everyday. We appreciate all things big and small that you do. Thank you!
From Katie G.
Hi Lili & Team,
On Early Childhood Educators Appreciation Day, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you. Your care, dedication, and support make a world of difference every day. We were really worried about Aashvi’s transition from the infant room to the toddler room, but a big thank you to all of the wonderful educators for your endless patience, kindness, and love. You make our little ones feel safe, happy, and special every single day and that means so much to us! 💕
Ishani: Really appreciate your patience, it’s not easy to keep smiling while caring for so many toddlers! Thank you so much for your kindness and for capturing such adorable moments in pictures. 💛
Mehak: Thank you so much for your care and for always staying so cheerful. Your positivity and warmth truly brighten the little ones’ days! 💛
Kiran: Thank you for being so caring and attentive. it’s clear how much love and effort you put into everything you do. The kids are lucky to have you! 💛
Meena: We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and the fun, creative ways you keep the children engaged. Thank you for making every day such a joyful experience! 💛
Bushra: You are so caring, positive, and loving, your warmth shines through in everything you do. Thank you for making the children feel so loved and valued every single day. 💛
Saima: Your gentle approach and calm energy make such a big difference. Thank you for creating such a comforting and happy space for the kids every day. 💛
Parmjeet: Thank you so much for cooking such nutritious and delicious meals for Kids. You’re truly The "Annapurna Devi" for us, nourishing the little ones with so much love and care every day! 💛
Last but not the least.
Lili: Thank you for being such a great supervisor. Your focus, attentiveness, and dedication to following the rules ensure everything runs smoothly. Your leadership gives us great confidence in the care Aashvi receives! 💛
With gratitude,
From Yoganjali & Ravi
Dear toddler room educators at Williams Burgess,
We appreciate your hard work, positive energy, welcoming words and happy faces :)
As you know, Gaia loves you!
We as parents are grateful for every happy moment and everything that you teach to her .
Keisha, Manpreet, Jerly and Gurkanwal - Thank you <3
From Gaia’s family
A huge thank you to Alessandra, Fatima, and all the amazing staff at YMCA High Park for the care, patience, and love you bring every day. Your dedication makes such a difference in our children’s lives, and we’re so grateful for all that you do! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
From Elvis and family.
To the amazing staff at the Garthwood YMCA on behalf of my family and myself, we want to thank you all for your hard work and consistent dedication . Staff goes beyond expectations and it doesn’t go unnoticed. We are so appreciative and look forward to continuing our journey with you!
From Jahniel & Family
I appreciate the Champlain Trail Y team so very much. They are God sent and provide amazing care for my little boy. Maddie, Paola, Rashida, Sharnalee, Anjana and rest of the team are AMAZING!!!
From Glendy Mora
Ely, Rehanna, Tapasi, and Elsa of West End YMCA have been very kind, supportive, and understanding since day one. Our family would not have the confidence and reassurance that our son is in great hands if we have been treated the other way. Grateful for them and their passion in caring for our children. All the best, I hope they know how much they are appreciated 🤍
From Alpuerto Family
To the incredible educators at Kleinburg YMCA,
Thank you for giving our family the confidence to wholeheartedly trust you with caring for Sebastian. We will forever be grateful for your kindness, care, warmth, energy, and especially the love you show him and our family each day. We are so very lucky to have you be a part of our lives.
From The Feo Family
A big thank you to all the educators and staffs of Oshawa Waverly YMCA. We appreciate all the nurture, patience, love and care towards our daughter, Roseline and every other child in the center. You all are truly the best. God bless you♥️
From Nikky & Ifeanyi Nwoye
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