September 30, 2024, marks the fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada, which coincides with Orange Shirt Day.

This day honours the thousands of Indigenous children who were lost to the residential school system, as well as Survivors and their communities.

YMCA Canada commissioned a new report from the Centre for the Study of Living Standards titled "Addressing the Early Childhood Educator Labour Shortages in Canada: Challenges, Solutions, and Impacts.”

Released on International Workers' Day, the report highlights the potential for significant economic gains from increasing wages for Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) in Canada.

YMCA Canada proudly stands with our 2SLGBTQIA+ community during Pride Month and every day of the year.

Our communities will shine their brightest when we ensure our 2SLGBTQIA+ family, friends, and neighbours feel celebrated, valued, and supported.