Featured Four Seasons Soirée

Join us for a night as dynamic and inspiring as the seasons themselves. Our signature fundraising event, in support of our STAR City Programs, will feature four themed areas, each representing a season and a key aspect of our work.

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About Christie Lake Kids Building confidence, optimism and resiliency through after‑school, weekend and summer programs.

For more than 100 years, Christie Lake Kids has offered programming to Ottawa’s most vulnerable children and youth.

What started as a summer camp for at-risk boys turned into year-round programming for girls and boys, giving them the chance to learn physical, social and emotional skills in a safe, encouraging, inclusive environment.

Our staff and volunteers provide outreach throughout the year, surrounding children with support – teaching, encouraging and inspiring.

A beautiful, free overnight summer camp for kids

STAR City Programs

Programs that help kids develop important life skills

Leadership Programs

Youth training that promotes positive social learning

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Christie Lake Kids Celebrates a Successful Year at Our Annual General Meeting

Christie Lake Kids Camp Open House

Welcoming guests to our Camp Open House on Saturday, August 9, 2025.

The Ottawa Young Construction Leaders is Giving Our Camp a Makeover

The OYCL team will be donating their time and expertise to help prepare our camp for the upcoming summer camp season.

Impact Story

Esther has a unique perspective and first-hand knowledge of the impact of poverty.

"Christie Lake Kids means a lot to many of us: we call it a safe place and some even call it home. The lifelong relationships I have built with the caring staff and volunteers mean so much to me as I continue to create my own future."