“I grew up in a loving family. For many kids it’s not like that. Moorelands taught me to be aware of more than just what’s in front of you.” Mike “Squeak” Kim started working at Moorelands Camp in 2004 and went on to be a Section Head and then the Assistant Manager of our City […]
“Growing up, sometimes the only gifts we got came from the people supporting Moorelands.” Meet Lee, a hardworking and determined young woman working in the city of Toronto at the popular Broadview restaurant, Eastbound Brewing Co. Lee first came to Moorelands at the age of 9, when a friend from her St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood […]
Over the past few weeks, our Youth LED kids have been learning about important leadership habits and qualities that they can use to achieve success. The nine-week program covers many important aspects through a fun variety of activities. This past week the students at Valley Park Middle School were developing teamwork and problem-solving skills and […]
“At Moorelands, we believe that ‘Together is Better’!” BLAST IS BACK! Moorelands BLAST after-school programs returned last week and it was so great to meet old and new faces alike! Our programs at Thorncliffe Park PS, Gateway PS and Grenoble PS all kicked off with getting-to-know-you activities and an introduction to the Moorelands Community Code. […]
“When I see pictures of kids at camp – on benches we have made, enjoying the archery area, the PFD’s hanging to dry, the faces of the campers, and the stories of a campers growth… I’m proud to know we have had a small role to play in this place.” At Moorelands, we teach our […]
We had such an amazing time at our Kayak the Humber event last week! Thank you so much to everyone who came out. It was so great to catch up with some Moorelands peeps right here in Toronto…and what a beautiful evening it was for a paddle! Check out the pics.
“The work that Moorelands does is seminal…you have to support families and you have to start right at the beginning and keep the support going…” Former Board member, Peter Jones, and his wife, Marg Anne, have been supporting Moorelands since Peter’s time on the board from the mid-1970s to mid-1980s. They were introduced to Moorelands […]
“It was like a dream come true to go to Moorelands Camp and escape from the traffic noise, pollution and congestion…” At Alumni Day 2017 (July 15th) we got the chance to catch up with two campers from the 1960s, sisters Christine and Carol. Here, Christine tells their story: “Moorelands Camp at Beaverton first came […]
Sabina is 13 years old and, as we all know, being 13 can be tough. Before she came to Moorelands Youth LED (Lead Excel Demonstrate) program, she was “a shy type of person”. Sabina never put herself forward and didn’t have the confidence to speak up in class. She also struggled to make friends and as a result hated […]
Read on to learn what can be achieved this fall at Moorelands After-school programs with your help!Kids from low-income neighbourhoods are falling behind their middle-class peers – reports confirm economic disparities result in academic disparities. At BLAST after-school program, super fun activities teach kids, grades 1-6, vital skills needed to succeed in school… PLUS we […]
So far this year, your gifts to Moorelands have already made an amazing impact in the lives of Toronto kids in need. Check out some of the ways your support in the Send a Kid to Camp campaign made a BIG difference this summer.YOU gave 518 campers a safe place to just be kids and explore […]
Info for Families Seeking Support this Christmas Moorelands Kids Christmas Sharing program serves families whose children have attended our camp in the current year (2018). If your child/children attended our camp, please note that applications for support must be in by October 1st. If you need a copy of the application, please contact Danielle: 416-466-9987 ext. 300 […]
“If you really want to be a successful leader, you must develop other leaders around you. You must develop a team of leaders!” John C. Maxwell Moorelands staff members are an integral part of our after-school programs. We are so fortunate to receive generous funding for our staff training from Scotiabank to prepare staff for the important […]
STWM 2017: Walk/Run for Moorelands in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon and help kids affected by poverty bridge the opportunity gap. WHEN: Sunday, October 22, 2017 TIME: 8:00 am (5K) / 8:45 am (Full & Half Marathon) WHERE: 5k start = Lakeshore just west of Ontario drive Half & Full Marathon Start = University Ave between Dundas St […]
Moorelands is so very grateful for the amazing hard work and effort put in by the fabulous Starry Summer Night Bash Committee. The Starry Summer Night Bash 2017 on August 19th was not only a magical night, it exceeded its goal of raising $115,000 for camp! This group of volunteers is made up of our […]
