The messages below were shared by families, coworkers, and community partners to celebrate and thank the incredible people who care for and inspire children.
Those who provide both care and programs for children bring light to every day—they ignite curiosity, confidence, and joy in the lives they touch. We’re deeply grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for all you do for the children in your care. Your love for them is so present and our son, Maxwell, is thriving. We are so happy and lucky to be a centre with such wonderful caregivers. Thank you for providing a supportive, trustworthy and learning environment. We truly appreciate it.
Thank you for caring for our little one with so much love and patience every day at Kettle Lakes YMCA. We truly appreciate how you help them learn, grow, and become more confident and independent. Your kindness and dedication mean so much to our family.
They say it takes a village to raise a child and a HUGE part of our village is our daughter’s educators in the toddler room and the rest of the YMCA staff! We are so grateful for all they do everyday for not only our daughter but all of the children in their care! I hope you know we appreciate you EVERYDAY! Happy ECE appreciation day! ❤️
I really appreciate all of the child care workers. The transition from my granddaughter went smoothly and the staff was very welcoming and made her feel comfortable to come everyday. Thank you
Hello YMCA Child care workers, I just wanted to share how grateful both me and my wife are for having such amazing educators at the YMCA. Special shout out to (Sir Sam B Steele educators). Ultimately, we just wanted to say thank you for making everyday special for my child - she loves her educators and the warm, welcoming, and playful experience the educators provide/create every day. THANK YOU
Thank you so much Melissa, Justine and Angela. You’ve made Aarna so comfortable, it gives us peace to work and focus on our career while we are comfortable with the thought that Aarna is taken care off.
We really appreciate all that she learns at the day care which is helping her become an independent girl every single day.
YMCA High park is a home away from home for us.
Thank you to all the amazing educators who help take care of my son. He continues to grow, learn, and shine thanks to your love, patience, and care. I truly appreciate the energy and effort you put into making the preschool room such a fun, nurturing, and inspiring place to learn. Thank you for all that you do!! All your hard work and kindness never go unnoticed!
We are so very grateful to the wonderful teachers at Aurora St Jerome YMCA along with Julie for taking care of our little boy Radil.
Kaycee, Joyce and Somi from the toddler room who took care of Radil during his early days you guys were amazing and he still misses most of you!
Kim and Violin, we truly appreciate how you made the transition from toddler to preschool as smooth as you could with Radil, for your patience and for making us feel less worried with your kind words. Thank you truly. It means a lot.
Hello, Daisy, Akilda (and his entire Grade 1 care team at St. Peter Catholic Elementary School in Milton)
Aaron recently started Grade 1 at St. Peter Catholic Elementary School, and with that came a whole new environment—including new teachers and a new YMCA Before and After School Care team.
We just wanted to say how incredibly grateful we are for the warm, caring, and welcoming support you've provided. Despite all the changes, Aaron has been having so much fun with YMCA—more than ever before! He looks forward to each day with excitement, and we know that’s because of the kindness and dedication YMCA Child Care brings to their work.
A very special thanks to Daisy, Akilda, and the entire Grade 1 care team—your warmth and attentiveness have made a huge difference in Aaron’s experience. He feels safe, happy, and truly enjoys his time at YMCA, even more than he did at his previous school. Thank you for making this transition not only smooth, but joyful. Your positive energy and thoughtful care are deeply appreciated.
Where to begin! We absolutely love everyone at the YMCA Seton location! Everyone is so lovely and welcoming and they are great with the kids and our daughter Emilia! More specifically, a huge shout out to Humaira, Fariell and Humaira K for everything that you do! Emilia loves you all so much and she’s grown a lot with your teachings and guidance! Chris and I enjoy every interaction and our conversations that we have with you! We can only hope our son Jacob will get the pleasure to be in your class too in the near future! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to our little humans! We appreciate you so so much!
Special Thanks to Fariba and Shahnooz to make my daughter’s day care time enjoyable 💕
Many Thanxxx from Yana
Thank you so much for taking care of my kid in the after school program. You all are so supportive, caring and warm-hearted. A big Thank-you to you all!
Crestview YMCA
Thank you for all the care and support you all have given Aidan & I. Especially Gabriela Morillo- From Day 1 supported us while we waited patient an annoyingly (lol) on the waiting list.
Gabriela, Raph & all of the team have supported Aidan on his journey of Autism and school. Great team. It takes a village and i am so glad you are all on our team
He has learned how to make friends, play, eat more & talk more. Brings me joy when he comes home and tells me about his day.
To the wonderful staff,
Thank you so much for all that you do!!! Your dedication, love, patience, kindness towards my children do not go unnoticed. My family truly appreciate all your hard work. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
With much love and respect,
To all the incredible YMCA Child Care Educators — thank you for the love, patience, and dedication you bring every single day. You nurture not only young minds but also kind hearts, helping children learn, grow, and discover their full potential in a safe and caring environment.
Your creativity turns learning into adventure, your kindness builds confidence, and your consistency provides comfort and stability to families who rely on you. The positive impact you make reaches far beyond the classroom — it touches entire communities.
We see your hard work, your smiles through busy mornings, and your unwavering commitment to making every child feel valued and supported. You truly make a difference, and we are deeply grateful for everything you do. 💛
Dear Vicky and Shervin from the Mazo YMCA,
Thank you for taking such good care of our daughter. You provide AMAZING programming, have excellent communication, and have a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We know that our daughter is safe and happy when she is with you. Thank you for all that you do, each and every day. You are appreciated!
Sincerely,
The daycare staff at YMCA Our Lady of Grace are wonderful and compassionate in their work. I am grateful and appreciate of their care for my child.
Thank you to all the staff at the Good Shepherd Toddler room! And all the other staff we see everyday! I am so appreciative of the care you provide everyday for my son!
Thank you to all the staff at the R.H. Cornish school! I am so appreciative of the care you provide everyday for my son!
To whole staff! I really appreciate your kind work towards each and every child. Thank you so much for make my child social or active as she learn new things by participating in new activities .
We want to extend our deepest thanks to Vera, Fariba, Megan, Angie, and the entire team at St. Roberts YMCA for the incredible care and support you provide to our children every single day.
Your patience, dedication, and kindness do not go unnoticed. You create a space where our kids feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. From teaching essential life skills to offering a comforting hug when it’s needed most, you make a lasting impact in ways words can hardly express.
Thank you for everything you do, not just for our children, but for our families and our community. We are truly grateful.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Kotobelli Family
I want to Thank you to all Child care Educators for the job well done.. I highly appreciate all your efforts and care to our children.
We appreciate the care and dedication that all the YMCA teachers have shown for our kids.
Thank you for taking care of the children every day and keeping an eye on their well-being. You are an important part of our children's development and are much appreciated by us children and parents. Without their work, it would be difficult for many families to work and care for their children at the same time.
I appreciate all the educators at Brownridge YMCA childcare, each of them have been taking good care of my son, and they bring him lots of joy and educational opportunities to help him grow fast and happily.
Especially thanks to Victoria, Jaleh, Nasims, Jenny, Gina, Sam.
Dear Kesha, Erika,SoYoung and Athina,
You four are the most caring, innovative, and creative team! My son, Evan, comes in every day so happy to see you, and my daughter never wants to leave (even though she’s in Grade 1!). There are always such thoughtful sensory experiences and engaging activities for the kids. I’m truly in awe. You work tirelessly every day to care for these little ones, and I will forever be grateful for all that you do!
Thank you for being responsible and taking care of Pramshu Panda. My sincere thanks for your kindness and support. I truly appreciate everything you’ve done.
Shelburne YMCA has always greeted our daughter with open arms and smiling faces. She loves all the staff and talks about them when she's at home. They go above and beyond to provide stimulating and educational activities.
Dear Melissa, Catherine, and the wonderful team at Walter Scott YMCA,
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything you do every single day. 💖 Melissa, you have been with Rosha since SK, and your kindness, patience, and motherly care have meant the world to us. You truly treat every child as your own, and Rosha absolutely adores you!
Catherine, your energy, dedication, and excellent leadership make the YMCA such a warm and safe place for all children. We always feel confident knowing Rosha is in such loving and capable hands.
You light up our children’s days and give parents like us peace of mind while we’re at work. We are so grateful to have you in our lives and in Rosha’s journey.
With love and appreciation,
💐 Mojdeh, Saeid, and Rosha 💐
Dear Mrs. Alicia (St. Benedict School in Orangeville)
My son Mateo and I really appreciate everything you do. Your kindness, soft way of interacting with my son Mateo is really appreciated.
Thank you for making for everything, and keep on shinning
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