As summer comes to an end, families begin preparing for a new school year filled with opportunities, challenges, and fresh beginnings. However, the cost of school supplies can create financial stress for many households. This year, York Region Educational Services (YRES), in collaboration with Milliken Mills Library, brought the community together through its annual Back-to-School Drive to help students start the school year feeling prepared, supported, and confident. Through

York Region Educational Services (YRES), in partnership with the Ontario Association of Councils on Aging (OACAO), hosted a virtual Seniors Active Living Fair on September 26, 2026, bringing together seniors and community organizations for a day of learning, connection, and discovery. With more than 50 seniors participating, the fair focused on two important aspects of healthy aging: technology and digital literacy, and mental wellness and healthy living. Through interactive

On September 22nd, 2026 🗓️, YRES had the opportunity to host the York Region Volunteer Fair, bringing together over 300 attendees and 26 nonprofit organizations 👥🏢 for an afternoon focused on volunteering, community engagement, and connection 🤝✨. From 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM ⏰, community members had the opportunity to meet with a variety of nonprofit organizations and learn more about the different ways they could get involved and give back to their communities 💙.

We had the pleasure of attending the Toronto Island Marathon at Centre Island 🏝️, supporting the Tom Longboat Foundation 💙 and giving back to the community! 🏃‍♂️👟✨

YRES x Pass the Bricks 2026 August 28, 2026 On August 28, the York Region Educational Services (YRES) team had the pleasure of welcoming Garry from Pass the Bricks to our office. Garry stopped by to pick up boxes of Lego kits that our team of volunteers spent 15 hours sorting and documenting. These kits were inventory-checked by our dedicated volunteers ensuring quality, knowing these pieces will be used to support our community through an upcoming charity auction. As organi