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MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2021 Y HEROES: Child Care Workers and Early Childhood Educators October 21 is Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. We take this day to recognize the commitment, hard work and dedication of ECE's and staff who work with young children. At the Y, we believe our educators are HEROES:

YMCA Settlement Advisor Volunteers with Afghan Support Program 

Y Employment Services Support Transitions: A.L.’s Story 

NOVA Chemicals was the lead sponsor of the 2021 ‘Project North’ and ‘Leaders of Tomorrow’ – an innovative leadership development program that creates change in young lives.  

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which coincides with Orange Shirt Day, the YMCA recognizes and commemorates the harm that was done to Indigenous children in Canada who were sent away to residential schools; and the journey of healing Survivors and their families continue to embark upon.

Tomorrow, September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which coincides with Orange Shirt Day. In 2018, YMCAs unanimously declared our commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.