The YMCA is the largest not-for-profit child care provider in Canada. With over 50 years of experience and hundreds of licensed programs throughout the Greater Toronto Area, the Y offers high-quality child care programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and school-aged children. Our highly trained Registered Early Childhood Educators partner with parents to support each child’s development and provide families with the security of knowing their child is in a safe and nurturing environment during these formative years.

At the YMCA, we understand that children learn through play. Our YMCA Playing to Learn™ curriculum offers children an opportunity to:

  • Develop confidence, self-direction and self-regulation
  • Use play as the primary learning medium
  • Learn literacy, numeracy, arts, science, and more
  • Build the skills necessary for a smooth transition into primary school.

For College / University Student Placements

There is a separate volunteer application process for post-secondary/college student placements. All post-secondary students interested in Child Care, Early-ON or Before and After School programs must complete the placement student application here. Please note we have limited opportunities and completing an application does not guarantee a placement. A YMCA employee will contact you only if they can accommodate your request.

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Play Partners

Volunteers and students in child care work under the guidance of ECE staff to engage children in fun and age-appropriate activities in our full day child care or Before and After School programs. They act as role models and ensure the safeguarding of children and youth.

Time Commitment:

  • Minimum time commitment three months
  • Weekly time commitment varies by centre

Requirements:

  • Minimum age 13
  • Successful applicants 18 years of age or older will need to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening from their local police service before their first day of volunteering and every three years on the anniversary of their first day of volunteering.
  • Completion of Health Assessment and Immunization Records required.
  • First Aid and CPR Level C an asset.
  • Strong communication skills, teamwork and flexibility.
  • A general understanding of child development.
  • Adherence to YMCA A Place to Connect guidelines, Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and YMCA policies and procedures.
  • Ability to engage children in a variety of activities.
  • Responsibility, reliability and commitment to their role.
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Mission Statement

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.