SAVE THE CEC
OPENING MAY 8, 2026
SAVE THE CEC
OPENING MAY 8, 2026
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The CEC is reopening on May 8 in concert with Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park’s 2026 operating season. We have been waiting for Ontario Parks. It will be almost one year, without revenue, since the storm on June 21. The CEC is non profit outdoor environmental education centre, and receives no operating subsidies from any government.
The CEC is in dire straits financially.
We need $300,000 to keep the CEC alive.
How can you help?
Attend a planned fundraising events, donate to our charitable foundation, sign your child up for a CEC camp, share our message!
Regarding Cabin Bookings for this spring/summer:
We are currently confirming all our prior groups and program reservations for this coming season as well as building back-up our staffing capacity BEFORE we can take new bookings.
We anticipate being able to start taking inquiries for spring/summer cabin reservations in late may or early June.
Contact us at education@canadianecology.ca for group booking inquiries.
We appreciate your patience as we navigate this new phase of operations and rebuild our capacity to reopen fully
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Stories & Songs with Ian Tamblyn
Wednesday May 13, 2026 – Mattawa / Thursday May 14, 2026 – North Bay
Join Ian Tamblyn at a benefit concert in support of the Canadian Ecology Centre and their efforts to reopen and recover following the devastating June 21st downburst storm of 2025.
A Juno award winner and legendary Canadian folk music singer-songwriter, storyteller, adventurer and playwright. It’s a night you won’t want to miss!
FAMILY FUN DAY & ADULTS NIGHT OUT - hosted by Reptile Adventure Camp
Saturday May 30, 2026 – passes on sale now!
Join the Reptile Adventure Camp and they’re impressive gathering of talented friends at the North Bay Granite Club for a day AND night filled with song, laughs and dancing all to raise funds to help the CEC!
NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS
High School Summer Credit Program
Earn a full high school credit in just two weeks at the Canadian Ecology Centre’s immersive High School Credit Program. Students live on-site, learn in small classes, and blend curriculum-based coursework with hands-on outdoor experiences like hiking, canoeing, field studies, and team-building. This supportive, technology-light setting helps teens build confidence, stay focused, and connect learning to the real world—while getting ahead on their credits in subjects such as science, geography, and more.
Day Camps
2026 SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
We’re excited to welcome campers back for another season of outdoor adventure, discovery, and connection in the forest. Our popular Summer Day Camps will be running again in 2026, offering hands-on nature exploration, skills-building, and unforgettable experiences for young adventurers. Camps available for children ages 6 – 14!
Available Programs (off-site)
OWLS: Outdoor Ways of Learning & Sharing
OWLS is both a student program and a professional development opportunity for educators. Teachers are supported in creating safe, experiential, curriculum-linked, and inquiry-based lessons that flow naturally between outdoor and indoor learning all in their own school yard. By co-planning and co-facilitating with educators, OWLS builds teacher confidence and capacity for innovative, creative teaching practices.
GPS: Greencheck Certification Program
NOW BOOKING OUTREACH PROGRAMS
We are bringing the nationally recognized Greencheck GPS certification program to you! Our qualified National Green Check instructors can lead basic and advanced GPS Certification courses! Contact education@canadianecology.ca to inquire about booking a course!
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.