As the weather warms and winter turns to spring, there is always one resounding question among cottagers on Kawagama Lake—when is all this ice going to melt? For Karin Ibscher, a longtime supporter of Moorelands Kids, the melting lake ice not only signaled the exciting change of seasons and the promise of summer, but it […]
“Kids Need Kiwanis” is more than a tag line for Kiwanis Toronto Chapter and long-time supporter of Moorelands Kids. The Cocktail Royale Grants Ceremony, held June 1st at the Balmy Beach Club, and their first in-person meeting in two years, was a celebration of community, service and giving back. Moorelands Kids was thrilled to be included among the 19 grants recipients, […]
Kathleen has been a neighbour to Moorelands Camp for 21 years, ever since her own kids were little. With her cottage located right next door, she gets to see the excitement and joy that Moorelands Camp brings to kids every summer. “They’re really great kids, happy kids. I see them hiking together, singing, chanting and […]
There are many reasons why kids need camp. With lots of activities to do, adventures to have and friendships to start, there is no doubt that camp is loads of fun. But having fun is only the beginning of reasons to be there. From increased social connection to school life adjustment, here are 10 reasons […]
Exams are, without a doubt, one of the most stressful parts about being in school. They are a part of our journey through school, be it University, high school, or elementary school. Instead of cramming last minute, try these studying tips and ace your next test! According to KidsHealth, good studying: 1). Starts in class […]
How did you celebrate Mother’s Day this year? At Moorelands Kids, we celebrated Mother’s Day by supporting moms who need it most. We teamed up with O-T Fagbenle (who you may know as Luke from The Handmaid’s Tale, Mason from Marvel’s Black Widow, or starring as the former President of the United States, Barack Obama, […]
Moorelands Camp strives to empower kids to be confident and compassionate leaders. We want each and every kid to leave camp with a toolkit of new skills AND new memories! As we prepare for another exciting summer of fun, friendship, leadership and empowerment, we asked our kids to create artwork that showcases their favourite memories […]
The countdown is on! After two summers of virtual camp, Moorelands Camp welcomes campers back to Kawagama Lake IN PERSON on July 4th. To celebrate the kick-off of another exciting summer filled with fun and leadership, Moorelands hosted a “Countdown to Camp” contest. We asked our kids to draw, paint or craft an image of […]
Save the Date to Reunite! Please save the date for Moorelands Kids’ Annual Meeting: July 15, 2022. More information will be available soon on this page.
Kaiya was nervous about starting summer camp at Moorelands Kids. She’d always been shy—the quiet, reserved child, afraid to step out of her comfort zone. But at Moorelands Camp, Kaiya could thrive. Embraced by welcoming staff and faced with new and exciting opportunities, Kaiya learned leadership skills that she can carry with her every day. […]
Summer camp is filled with fun activities. At Moorelands Camp, campers can take part in swimming, canoeing, kayaking, arts and crafts, archery, rock climbing, high rope climbing—and more! But that’s not all camp offers kids. Summer camp is an important tool that helps kids build social connections, extend their learning, and develop self-confidence. In 2013, […]
HEY BLAST, LED & VITAL! Get ready to countdown the days we have until Moorelands Camp with an ART CONTEST! Moorelands Camp returns on the 4th of July… that’s 3 months away! The countdown is on and we want you to count with us with artistic creativity! FIRST, CREATE Draw, paint or craft an image […]
BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD Mahatma Ghandi Some people might think that it takes a big gesture to make an impact in the world. However, there are many ways you can make a positive impact through small acts in your everyday lives. Although they may seem minor, the effects of […]
Life is challenging for everyone, including your kids! Moorelands Kids cares about you and your family and we want to help. To do so, we’ve prepared some tips for parents on how to help your child through challenging times. Whether you know it or not, children and youth go through challenging times. As parents/guardians, these […]
Making memories when you’re stuck at home can be tricky but Moorelands Kids is here to help, are you ready to make memories? Make Memories this March! If you are in BLAST or Grades 1 to 5, we have a special S.T.E.M. Contest for you to enter! Complete 8 S.T.E.M. activities for your chance to […]
