The Spark

On April 25, 2026, York Region Educational Services (YRES), in collaboration with Ignite, hosted another highly successful Volunteer Fair, bringing together non-profit organizations (NPOs) and community members eager to make a difference in their communities.The event was planned with one clear goal in mind: to connect passionate individuals with volunteer opportunities across York Region. With […]

Exploring Summer Opportunities with YRES at JVS Information Session 📅 March 25, 2026  |  York Region Educational Services Learn More About YRES Programs On March 25, 2026, the YRES team had the opportunity to participate in a JVS Summer Camp Information Session through the Newcomer Youth Connections for Success program. The session was a great […]

Building Community Together: York Region Volunteer Fair 2026! The YRES Volunteer Fair 2025 brought together students, families, and community members for a day focused on service, connection, and community engagement. Organized by York Region Educational Services (YRES), the event created a welcoming space where attendees could learn about volunteer opportunities and connect directly with local […]

Finding Your Niche at YRES (Left to right: Krisanne Bautista, Dorothy Nediak) On February 4, we celebrated two team members whose impact was felt across YRES. Dorothy and Krisanne were recognized as Employees of the Month for their exceptional dedication, initiative, and quality of work. To share the insights behind their success, we’ve invited a […]

YRES at 2025 Santa Parade We were truly honoured to attend the 2025 Business Excellence Awards Gala, hosted by the Markham Board of Trade, and to be recognized once again as a Finalist in Community Relations & Cultural Enrichment—for the second year in a row. At the heart of this celebration were our 14 incredible […]

YRES had the opportunity to attend the Business Excellence Awards Gala 2025, and to be recognized once again as a Finalist in Community Relations & Cultural Enrichment—for the second year in a row.

York Region Educational Services was honoured to attend the 2025 Women in Business Garden of Growth Women’s Symposium, hosted by the Richmond Hill Board of Trade. It was an inspiring day filled with meaningful conversations about growth, leadership, and the journeys that shape women in business.

Leader of Tomorrow (LoT) Program – High School Expansion We’re excited to share the incredible growth of the Leader of Tomorrow (LoT) program as we reach a major milestone in 2025! Originally designed to provide free, essential public speaking skills to students in Grades 4 and 5, LoT has already impacted over 500 students across […]

YRES had the opportunity to attend the Canadian EdTech Summit 2025, an inspiring event that brought together over 200 educational leaders to discuss the future of education, AI, and innovation. We look forward to building partnerships that support local growth and empower communities across Canada.

We are delighted to share that YRES joined the Mayor’s Business Address & Luncheon 2025. This signature annual event brought together over 500 business and community leaders to network, exchange ideas, and hear from Mayor Frank Scarpitti about the exciting vision for Markham’s future.