For Moorelands Kids, celebrating Black History Month reinforces that Black history is Canadian history. Canadian society has been influenced by and built upon the achievements of countless Black innovators in all fields. These individuals serve as role models for everyone with their persistence, creativity and leadership: Poetry: Check out this collection of poetry written by […]
David Shares His Expertise as a Speaker at the American Camp Association (ACA) Staffing Summit Working in the industry for over ten years, our Moorelands Camp Director, David Borsook, has learned a thing or two about how to proactively recruit program staff. As you may know, Moorelands Kids staff are the backbone of all our […]
As a new year unfolds, many are compelled to reflect and take stock. At Moorelands Kids, we do the same. In 2023 we are moving forward with a healthy, balanced approach to best practices in our work and mission. The pillars of our new Strategic Plan are Growth, Modernization and Sustainability. Growth means having the […]
In partnership with our Board of Directors, Moorelands Kids has produced a strategic plan for 2023-2027. Below you will find highlights from our plan that will continue to inform our work over the next several years. There are six key factors that are influencing the strategic landscape in which Moorelands Kids operates: The strategic plan […]
Our Intentional Stewardship of Resources Moorelands Kids has sustained growth since 1912 through the development of best practices in the stewardship of people, places and programs. This is reflected in our ability to adapt and embrace change whether it is planned or arrives as an unexpected guest. Moorelands Kids as an organization plans to modernize […]
THANK YOU to everyone who engaged with us through our Legacy Campaign in the Fall of 2022! Your commitment to the work and mission of Moorelands Kids will indubitably leave a legacy of kindness, care and active support for the youth we serve. We believe that every child has the right to succeed in life. […]
In order to work towards a better future together, it is important to understand the unique barriers faced by Black children in the Canadian education system. In Toronto, the dropout rate for Black students is 23%, compared to 12% for White students.2 Let’s have a look at some of the factors that may impact the successful […]
At Moorelands, we believe becoming a great leader includes practicing good citizenship. One way to do this is to reflect and educate yourself about the current and past struggles faced by marginalized groups within our society. In honour of Black History Month, we wanted to share some resources that we have found helpful and informative. […]
Many people think of the new year as a fresh start – a time to leave behind old habits, make new and healthier habits, and set goals for the year to come. If you don’t know where to start, that’s okay! We’ve created a goal-setting guide to help you start 2023 off on the right […]
Having some time off over the holidays can be relaxing and a great opportunity to rest and refresh before returning to school in the new year. But once the excitement wears off and there’s nothing to do, sometimes it helps to try something new. Here are some things you can do if you’ve got extra […]
“In my family, it was always about finding joy in the little things,” says Sofia Martimianakis, Toronto resident who grew up in a household that experienced financial hardships. When she was a toddler, her parents declared bankruptcy and lost their family home. Later, her father suffered from a major heart attack that required surgery, many […]
At Moorelands, our Habits & Qualities shape a lot of what we learn in our after-school programs and at Moorelands Camp. But the best part about the HQs is that we can use them all the time – at home, in school, with friends and family, and in our communities. As we approach the end […]
We are overwhelmed by the support Moorelands Kids received on Giving Tuesday this year. With the help of everyone who donated, shared our campaign with friends and family, and reached out to connect with us over this past month, we were able to raise $151,602 for kids in the GTA! As we rebuild our programs […]
Giving Tuesday is almost here! On November 29th, 2022, the Ward Family Foundation will be matching all donations from the Moorelands community of supporters, up to ,000. (idealhealth123.com) This is a great opportunity to take advantage of this special matching gift as a way to lift up kids for a stronger and brighter future. The […]
In 2022, Moorelands Kids, a non-profit that has focused on bridging the gap for marginalized children and youth facing socio-economic barriers, learned that it was successful in its application for a $150,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant. The Government of Ontario program was delivered by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, helping it rebuild and recover from the […]
