The Benefits of Literacy in our Communities
Literacy is a foundational life skill, but did you know it also offers other benefits beyond comprehension and engagement with written texts? Developing literacy skills enables us to function in society, achieve our goals, and develop our abilities. It has been shown that adult literacy levels benefit not only individuals but also society in general.
Tips On How To Get Your Family Healthier And More Connected
Rising rates of obesity and related chronic disease tell us that getting kids active should be a top priority for parents, schools, and all Canadians. Here are some tips on how you can help your family become more active, eat nutritiously, and build stronger bonds.
Important Life Skills Your Children Learn from Being a Lifeguard
Becoming a lifeguard is more than a just a job and earning money, it provides life skills that are transferable for any career path one may take – such as building confidence, leadership and improving your ability to work as part of a team. Take a look at some of the ways that lifeguarding can help you or your children gain life-long skills both on poolside and outside a working environment.
Going From Camper to Counsellor at YMCA Camp Elphinstone: Marika’s Story
Marika Heilker started out as a youth camper at YMCA Camp Elphinstone. Now, the 19-year-old is preparing to return to the Sunshine Coast facility as a counsellor for the second time in 2022.
When Marika Heilker thinks back on her early experiences at YMCA Camp Elphinstone, she’s mindful of how the young adults serving as camp counsellors made a lasting impression – one that she still feels to this day.
How to Curb Emotional Eating
As we enter the coldest winter months of the year, it could be tempting to use food as a way to manage difficult emotions and stress. But it doesn’t have to be this way!
We have some great tips from our partners at the Heart and Stroke Foundation about how to keep your relationship with food healthy and happy as we navigate the next few months together.
