Forgiveness is powerful. In fact, forgiving others (and yourself) is a part of caring—a quality we teach and implement in our programs here at Moorelands Kids. Often when we have to forgive it’s because somebody did something negative or harmful. This is why forgiveness can be one of the hardest, yet most powerful things we […]
Ringing in the new year is exciting! It gives you the chance to look back on the year, reflect on your favourite moments and see how much you’ve achieved. Here’s to a fresh start! Everybody wants to start 2022 off right. A lot of people choose to set resolutions, which are goals that they hope […]
Moorelands Kids believes that teaching young people about service leadership has a butterfly effect. In this post, we’ll break this down using the 5 W’s model: who, what, where, when and why. WHO… If you are on this page, then you may already have guessed who is doing the teaching—Moorelands Kids! Moorelands Kids is a […]
For some, the holiday season is “the most wonderful time of the year.” However, this is not the case for everyone. For many families, the holiday season can often be a stressful time for a variety reasons. Whether there are worries about having enough food or meeting the expectations of their kids, the holiday season […]
“I grew as a leader by putting others in front of me, they go first. Treat others the way you want to be treated.” Ryan, 11, Moorelands Camp Participant. At Moorelands Kids, we lead by example to teach kids key qualities like respect and kindness. Respect is important for people of all ages, but is […]
The holiday season is a special time for many people. It is a time to connect with our friends and families and care for yourself inside and out, as well as others around you! It is also the time to give. By giving back to those who need it most—even in the smallest way—can bring […]
“The pandemic has pushed inequality to an all-time high.” – The Facts from Toronto’s Vital Signs Report 2021 The recently released Toronto’s Vital Signs 2021 report from the Toronto Foundation highlights that our kids are at risk of falling further behind their wealthier peers: “Parts of the city that are home to more low-income and […]
On Saturday September 25th, Moorelands Camp welcomed back some former staff as volunteers to help get the camp back into tip-top shape in preparation for summer 2022. Thank you so much to Dozer, Ganoe, The Dude, Fisher, Tiny and Lost, for your hard work in reassembling the Dining Hall Kitchen after some significant repairs this […]
Every year during the holiday season, Moorelands Kids’ Christmas Sharing unites the community as we come together to support families-in-need. Through your sponsorship or “adoption,” Toronto families facing financial challenges are provided with gifts, groceries, plus hats and mitts to keep them warm. This year one of our first-time camper families, the Siddiquis – a […]
When you support Moorelands Kids’ Christmas Sharing and our year-round programming, you’re not just spreading joy and making the holidays happen for families. You’re helping kids LEVEL UP from the COVID-slide. Accessing this support now will determine our society’s health for the next 30 years. Help shape what our city becomes by keeping kids connected […]
On November 30th, we invite YOU to match with the Ward Family Foundation to help kids LEVEL UP! As I write this letter, Christmas is in the air at Moorelands Kids! Although we are separated by remote working, our team is busy connecting with our wider community – matching those who have signed up to […]
This past September, we lost one of our much-loved volunteers, Carole Legget, who had been at the heart of Moorelands Kids’ Family programs for 25 years. Carole first joined us in our Christmas Sharing program (where she was affectionately known as “Christmas Carole”) and then as the backbone of our Baby Bundles program. She thoughtfully […]
“Because of Moorelands, I feel more confident! Before, I was so shy in class that I never really raised my hand, but now I raise it so much!” Azira, 12, LED participant. Poverty impacts a child’s self-esteem, social interactions, relationships and mental health. With your support, Moorelands Kids can continue to empower children to overcome […]
Being a leader will require you to work in a team, but being on a team isn’t always easy. Sometimes it feels easier to just go ahead and just take over just to get things done… but actually this is not a great habit to get into. It can lead to you becoming a micro-manager […]
Here are top 10 skills employers want and how to develop them in high school! Moorelands Kids wants young people to succeed in the workforce. 1: CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS Critical thinking involves making informed decisions in various situations. Employers are commonly looking for these skills, so to develop them in high school, you should: Ask […]
