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As the year comes to a close, we want to remind you that gifts made by December 31 will receive a 2025 charitable tax receipt. Your generosity helps low-income kids build confidence, friendships, and skills that last a lifetime. Thank you!

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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 CLK Golf Tournament

Sep 17 - 17, 2026 EDTEmerald Links Golf & Country ClubEvent Details

Our 2026 golf tournament will once again support our Leaders in Training program, which provides mentorship, life skills, and community-building opportunities for youth aged 13–18.

2026 Canoe for Kids

Jun 06 - 06, 2026 ESTMooney’s Bay BeachEvent Details

Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, as we celebrate three decades of paddling for a purpose at the 30th Anniversary Christie Lake Kids' Canoe for Kids event!

All Donations will be matched on Giving Tuesday — December 2nd!

Published Nov 19, 2025NewsRead the Story

Thanks to Merkley Supply Ltd.’s generous match, every dollar you donate on Giving Tuesday will go twice as far, helping us continue to provide no-cost programs to kids who need them most.

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."