Featured Christie Lake Kids x Ottawa Little Theater

We’re excited to partner with Ottawa Little Theatre. Donate $10+ this week and receive free tickets to the June 7 show at 2:30 PM! Please add “Ottawa Little Theatre” in your donation note. Your support helps local kids thrive!

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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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2026 Four Seasons Soirée

Nov 12 - 12, 2026 EDTAshbury CollegeEvent Details

Young Poets Publish Their First Book

Youth in the Leaders in Training program built confidence, found their voices, and became published authors through our Step into Stories creative writing program.

Climb for Kids 2027: Peaks of the Balkans

Christie Lake Kids is excited to announce the next Climb for Kids adventure — the Peaks of the Balkans in summer 2027.

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."