Help us to provide free recreational programs to kids from low-income households.

Together, we can build skills and empower the lives of Ottawa's most vulnerable children and youth.

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.

 

 

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Summer Camp Hiring Has Now Started!

Apply to work at our beautiful overnight summer camp. With competitive wages, a beautiful outdoor setting and meaningful work experience, Christie Lake Kids is an amazing summer job opportunity.

Double your impact this Giving Tuesday!

We extend our sincere thanks to Merkley Supply Ltd. for matching donations on Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, turning your $1 into $2!
A smiling camp kid in the water looks directly at the viewer. Text reads: Your Impact, Amplified. Double Your Donation, Double the Difference. On December 3rd, Merkley Supply Ltd. is matching donations!

Flapper and Dapper: A Roaring Twenties Gala

Thank you for joining us for the Flapper and Dapper Gala, a Roaring Twenties re-vamp of our signature fundraising event, presented by Merkley Supply Ltd! We were thrilled that you enjoyed the marvelous meal, moonshine, mugshots, mercantile, mingling and music, all in support of our STAR City Programs benefitting children and youth from low-income households.

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."

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