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Serving through Crisis

The YMCA supports Canadian communities through the Great Depression and World War II – offering relief programs, military canteens, and job services.

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  • Text: Together, We Shine. Read Aderonke & Agnes' Story. Image: Aderonke and Agnes are standing together in front of a mural and smiling. The YMCA Shine On logo is in the bottom left corner.
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    Aderonke & Agnes’ Story: From First Project to Meaningful Impact

    Last summer at the YMCA of Greater Toronto’s Summer Club, two new educators, Aderonke and Agnes stepped into their first major leadership opportunity.

  • Text: The Asif Family's Story: Youth Empowerment That Lasts. Image: 3 members of the Asif family stand posing and smiling in front of a wall.
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    The Asif Family’s Story: Youth Empowerment That Lasts

    When Nabeela arrived in Canada from Pakistan in 2001, she was in grade 11 and looking for connection in a new country. She wanted to improve her English, learn about Canadian culture, and find her footing. She found all of that through YMCA Calgary’s Youth Achievement Program (YMAP). Read the Asif family’s full story here.

  • Text: Tyler's Story, From Ally to Advocate for Indigenous Language Revitalization. Image: Tyler standing at a podium speaking at an event. The YMCA Shine On logo is in the bottom right corner.
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    Tyler’s Story: From Ally to Advocate for Indigenous Language Revitalization 

    For Tyler Patterson, a Wolastoqey Language Advocate and member of the YMCA Youth Council, leadership means turning learning into action. The Wolastoqey language, like countless other Indigenous languages across Canada, is critically endangered. With well below 100 fluent speakers who are all above the age of 65, the time to act is now. Read Tyler’s full story here.

  • Text: Jill's Story. Four Decades of Giving Back. Image: Jill and another woman stand behind a large cake that says Happy 10th Birthday YM-YWCA
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    Jill’s Story: Four Decades of Giving Back 

    For 44 years, Jill has been part of the Y community. After overcoming a lifelong fear of water and learning to swim at the Y, she began volunteering and hasn’t stopped since. Today, she continues to give back through events, administration support, and community programs for older adults.