The Canadian Ecology Centre
A non-profit outdoor environmental education and conference centre.The Canadian Ecology Centre is located in Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park in Calvin Township, which is situated in the unceded territory of the Algonquin people.
We acknowledge and thank the original and continuing caretakers of this land, the Algonquin people who have lived in this area since time immemorial. We recognize their continuing connection to the land and pay our respects to elders, past, present, and emerging.
Upcoming Courses…
WILDERNESS FIRST AID
April 10-13, 2025
WFR Recertification (4-day) & WAFA to WFR Bridge (4-day)
WILDERNESS WATER SAFETY
June 14-15, 2025
Risk management and rescue response training for wilderness trip leaders
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT COURSES
Earn a full high school credit in 2-weeks while living and learning in nature this summer. Credits range from grade 9 -12 in Science and Geography.
Upcoming Events…
COLD HORIZONS
April 25-27, 2025
Awaken your mind, body and spirit through the power of nature!
BOOK TALK
June 7, 2025
Join Dr. Garrett Herman, as he shares his passion for “All things Darwin” including his book “Darwin and Me”!
SOLSTICE CELEBRATION
June 20-21, 2025
Celebrate the changing of the seasons and National Indigenous People’s Day. Connect and heal with land!
Outdoor Education…
SUMMER CAMPS
We offer camps at our main site in Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, and in North Bay at the Laurentian Escarpment Conservation Area on Janey Ave!
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT COURSES
Earn a full high school credit in 2-weeks while living and learning in nature this summer. Credits range from grade 9 -12 in Science and Geography.
SCHOOL/YOUTH TRIPS
The CEC offers year round day and overnight trip options led by our engaging and qualified staff.
NOW HIRING FOR SPRING/SUMMER/FALL CONTRACTS
Join our education team this spring/summer!
ROAD CONSTRUCTION - DELAYS
Ontario Parks has started work to improve the campground entrance road to Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park. Although the park is closed for the season, guests of the Canadian Ecology Centre and local traffic may experience delays during active construction. Please use caution when accessing the park and yield to all signs and direction from construction workers.
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