Moorelands Camp creates lasting memories that spans generations. Since its opening in 1917, Moorelands Camp has touched the lives of generations of campers. One alumna, Christarr, was given the opportunity to attend Moorelands Camp more than two decades ago, and has carried the fun-filled memories and valuable skills she learned at camp into adulthood. Today, […]
In 1912, Toronto was in the midst of transformation and economic growth, with a thriving manufacturing sector that attracted a wave of new immigrants downtown. But these immigrants didn’t benefit from the economic boom in the same way that the upper and middle class did—they faced sweatshop labour, overcrowded and inadequate housing, as well as […]
From the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the rolling hills of the east coast, Canada’s natural landscapes have become iconic symbols of its identity. In fact, 39% of Canadians say that nature is the country’s best feature, making outdoor recreation a key component of the great Canadian experience. We also identify our nation […]
We had a wonderful time with some of our LED and VITAL participants at Moorelands Camp for some fun activities, group bonding and leadership exercises! Check out what they got up to below.
Alex was living in a shelter with her family when she first heard of Moorelands Camp in 2019. When her mother, Maria, learned about Moorelands Camp, located on a beautiful sandy peninsula on Kawagama Lake, she thought it sounded like something out of a Peter Pan movie. Alex and her family are originally from the […]
June is National Indigenous History Month, which honours and recognizes the rich cultures, languages, contributions and the resilience of Indigenous peoples in Canada. It presents an opportunity to foster deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous experiences through listening to and learning from their voices. Throughout June, the government of Canada has dedicated each week to […]
Thank you to all our amazing Moorelands Families who came out to celebrate spring with us at our Spring Fling last weekend!
The social and economic unsteadiness of the past few years has reiterated the importance of balance in our operations. Moorelands Kids has navigated the waves of change in 2022 carefully, returning to in-person programming for the first time since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Returning to in-person programming at Moorelands Camp reconnected many […]
Calling all current and prospective Moorelands Camp families! You are invited to join us for an afternoon of camp games, food and fun on May 13th. This is your opportunity to meet the Moorelands staff and get help applying for camp this summer. Where? The event will be held at Saint Andrew’s Anglican Church at […]
April 19th, 2023 – Thank you to all who attended our Annual Impact Meeting! It was an honor to connect with so many friends, donors, partners, and board members all in one place. See below some key highlights and event photos! We look forward to seeing you again next year. Annual Impact Meeting Highlight Reel […]
How one Toronto school is sparking the next generation of philanthropists and community advocates. Two Grade 5 classes at Runnymede Public School have recently proved the power of children determined to build a world they would like to live in, and we can all take inspiration from it! Both homeroom classes began a unit on […]
When Mariah arrived at Moorelands Camp for the first time in 2019, she was nervous. “I was scared because I had never been to camp before. It was all new to me and it was very far from home. At first, I didn’t want to be there,” Mariah admits. “One of the main challenges was […]
“As a retiree just before the pandemic, I was struggling with what to do next,” says Kim, a volunteer at Moorelands Kids who gives her time on a weekly basis to help out in our head office. Kim enjoys curling in the winter months, and she first learned about Moorelands through one of the ladies […]
Seven-year-old Riley is a fifth-generation cottager on Kawagama Lake. He spends time each summer with his family at a cottage built by his ancestors in 1946, and enjoys outdoor activities. “I like kneeboarding, boating, fishing, swimming and having campfires,” says Riley. But a few summers ago, Riley realized not every child gets to have these […]
At Moorelands Kids, we often talk about how our after-school programs help kids stay connected to supportive peer communities, boost their confidence, learn new skills, and gain good role models. These are all key factors of Positive Youth Development, a framework that both our after-school and camp programs are built on. But after-school programming can […]
