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MFRC x YRES Public Speaking for Seniors Session Recap
On April 21, 2026, we hosted yet another amazing public speaking session at Malvern Family Resource Centre in Scarborough! This month’s session was a little different for our participants as we focused on teaching Public Speaking and Speech Writing. Participants brought amazing ideas to the table that sparked a lot of meaningful conversations. I, Thadseja, was joined by Emma, and we both enjoyed our time there. We started off the session with an icebreaker, asking the part
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YRES x Stouffville 55+ Club Public Speaking for Seniors
On April 22, 2026, we hosted a Public Speaking and Speech Writing session at the Stouffville 55+ Club with 9 participants. Although it was a smaller group, it created a welcoming space for meaningful conversations, active participation, and genuine connection. I, Nora, was joined by Thadseja to lead the session. We had a wonderful time getting to know the seniors and hearing more about why they wanted to develop their public speaking skills. Many shared that they hoped to bui
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Volunteer Spotlight: Faiz Ahmad’s Journey with U+
Faiz Ahmad, a student at St. Robert’s Catholic High School from Thornhill, is gaining valuable experience as a Marketing/Social Media Volunteer with U+. With plans to study business in university, Faiz joined U+ to build practical skills in marketing, outreach, and professional communication. Through his volunteer role, Faiz has been developing strong networking and outreach skills while learning how to connect with people effectively. He sees these as valuable transferable
Apr 151 min read
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