Accommodations

OPEN FOR OVERNIGHT RESERVATIONS

We have 32 modern and heated cabin residences. Most of our accommodations are equipped with two double beds and a single top bunk, however we do have four accommodations that sleep six, with three bunk beds (six single beds). We also have two accommodations that are wheelchair accessible, with a modified shower/bathroom area. (Scroll to the bottom of the page to view photo galleries of our accommodations.) Rooms are drive up, with parking spaces available (we are inaccessible to snowmobiles and ATV’s).

We have several designated pet-friendly accommodations. Pets are welcome but they incur an additional cleaning fee. Please inquire about availability when booking.

Our buildings are all smoke-free. Please note that since we are an educational facility, our entire site is cannabis-free.

To book, please fill out the booking form at the bottom of this page.

ROOM TYPES

Click on a room type image below to view photos for that cabin including floor plans.

Regular Cabin

Our regular cabins feature 2 double beds and 1 single top bunk.

3-Bunk Cabin

Our 3-bunk cabins feature 3 bunk beds (3 top/3 bottom singles)

Adapted Cabin

Our Adapted cabins feature 2 double beds and 1 single top bunk with an accessible shower.

Our cabins are equipped with:

What to bring:

SHARED-USE DINING CABIN/LOUNGE

INCLUDED:

GUIDELINES

The dining cabin is available for quick meal preparation or reheating food, quickly eating your meal and doing dishes. Large gatherings and cooking large meals in the space is NOT PERMITTED out of respect for other guests on site.

INCLUDED IN THE DINING CABIN: Microwave, Toaster Oven/Toaster, Coffee Maker/Keurig/Kettle, Stove/Oven, Plates, Bowls, Cups, Mugs, Cutlery, Cooking/BBQ Utensils, Pots/Pans, Guest Fridge (shared). A BBQ is available on the deck of the dining cabin.

There is a small fridge in each cabin, and storing food in your vehicle and/or in a cooler will avoid attracting “critters” in the cabins.

Crockpots are permitted in your personal cabin (max of 1 per cabin), but all other appliances (toaster ovens, instapots, air fryers, hotplates, etc.) are NOT permitted.

We ask that everyone is respectful of others on site and their need to also use the facility. Be flexible with your meal times and plan easy to prepare quick meals… Turn off all appliances (ie. BBQ , coffee maker, etc…) after use, wash your dishes and put them away, and turn off lights when leaving the building.

When using this shared space, we ask that you adhere to the following rules;

Try to limit your time to no more than 25 to 30 minutes per visit. This is not to be used to as a social hang out spot
Please remove your footwear upon entry.
Please wash, dry and put away all items that you use in this space after each use.
Please do not remove any items from the dining cabin.

Cabins are provided with bedding (fitted sheet, flat sheet, comforter, pillow cases), pillows, hand towels and a bath mat. Guests will be required to make their own beds upon arrival.

The cabins are not provided with bath towels.

A $50-$100 key/cleaning deposit is being charged for all cabin rentals. This deposit will be refunded within 2 weeks of your departure providing you have left your park pass (during park operating season) and keys in your cabin and followed all check out procedures (listed in the information package sent to your email prior to arrival).

Check-in is virtual. You will be sent your cabin number with an information package via email a few days prior to your arrival. It is important that you read over your information package carefully prior to arrival as it contains directions, check in/out procedures, emergency contacts and what to pack. If you do not receive this information within 48 hours of your arrival please reach out to info@canadianecology.ca.

Please reach out via email for larger group bookings: info@canadianecology.ca

We have several designated pet friendly cabins available for rent for an additional fee. Pet owners are required to respect the following rules:

Pets must be on a leash at all times.
Pets MUST be crated if left unattended in cabins, please do not leave pets unattended for long periods.
Pets are not permitted in any CEC buildings including the shared use dining cabin.
Pet owners will be charged for the full costs of any damage repairs or excessive cleaning required (cabins are inspected before and after your stay).

Failure to follow these guidelines may result in your group being asked to leave the premises with no refund.

Quiet hours are at 10:00PM… please respect others and always keep your noise levels to a minimum.
Alcohol is only permitted in your personal cabin. Open alcohol is prohibited anywhere else on site, including the campfire pit.
Smoking is NOT permitted in cabins, any buildings. DO NOT throw cigarette butts on the ground, please place in a can or garbage once fully extinguished.
Cannabis is prohibited anywhere on the CEC site as we are designated an educational facility. Please enjoy responsibly off CEC property.
Pets must be always on a leash when outside and are not allowed in any cabins or buildings (the exception being our designated pet-friendly cabins – these must be requested upon initial booking). Pets must be crated if left unattended in cabins.
Fires are only permitted in designated fire pits. Fires are NOT permitted at cabins.
CEC equipment (tubes, bikes, canoes) are for use with CEC educational program only and are not available to guests.
Picnic tables are NOT TO BE MOVED from their current locations.

CABIN RATES

Oct 15 - Dec 19, 2024

RATES:

$125/night + HST

EXCLUDES: Christmas in the Forest Weekends (Nov 29-Dec 1/Dec 7-8/Dec 14-15)

Discounts: 25% off when you stay 2+ nights (applies to Sunday – Thursday arrivals only).

Deposit: A non refundable payment of 10% of the total amount of your stay is due upon booking.

Payment: The remaining balance is due 1 week prior to your arrival date (date will be indicated on your invoice)

Cancellations: Cancellations made no later than 1 week prior to your check in time will be refunded all monies paid minus the 10% deposit.
Cancellations made within 1 week but no later than 3 days prior to your arrival date will be refunded 50% of your booking cost as well as the cleaning deposit. Cancellations made within 24 hours of your check in date will receive be refunded the cleaning deposit only, no other monies will be returned.

Additional Deposits: $50 refundable key/cleaning deposit (refundable within 2 weeks of departure if keys are returned and all check-out procedures followed).

Pets:

Non refundable pet fee of $50/stay (2 pets MAX)
refundable cleaning/damage deposit of $250
Limited cabins available, first come, first serve

Dec 20, 2024 - Jan 4, 2025

RATES:

$125/night + HST (2 night minimum stay)

Discount: 25% off 3+ night stay

Deposit: A non refundable payment of 10% of the total amount of your stay is due upon booking.

Payment: The remaining balance is due 1 week prior to your arrival date (date will be indicated on your invoice)

Additional Deposits: $50 refundable key/cleaning deposit (refundable within 2 weeks of departure if keys are returned and all check-out procedures followed).

Pets:

Non refundable pet fee of $50/stay (2 pets MAX)
refundable cleaning/damage deposit of $250
Limited cabins available, first come, first serve

Jan 5 - May 8, 2025

RATES:

$125/night + HST (excludes family day weekend)
Family Day Wknd: $140/night + HST 2 night minimum stay (no discounts)

Discount: 25% off 2+ night stay

Deposit: A non refundable payment of 10% of the total amount of your stay is due upon booking.

Payment: The remaining balance is due 1 week prior to your arrival date (date will be indicated on your invoice)

Additional Deposits: $50 refundable key/cleaning deposit (refundable within 2 weeks of departure if keys are returned and all check-out procedures followed).

Pets:

Non refundable pet fee of $50/stay (2 pets MAX)
refundable cleaning/damage deposit of $250
Limited cabins available, first come, first serve

SPECIAL WEEKENDS!

Wild & Fit Women's Weekend!

Friday January 17 – 19, 2025

Enjoy a weekend to relax, be healthy, active and surround yourself with the positive energy of those who identify as women! All fitness and experience levels welcome! Take part in some or all of the activities. This weekend is for you to re-energize and re-fuel your body, mind and soul! NEW! Enjoy a sweat in the SAUNA!!

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Stars & Songs

Saturday January 25, 2025

The 5th annual “Stars and Songs” event returns with Juno award winner, Ian Tamblyn. Join this Canadian Musician and adventurer for an evening of songs and storytelling. Stay for the night or make it a weekend and enjoy a bonus evening with dinner, a space talk with Rob Millard and night sky telescope viewings and a campfire.

New! Cabin guests can enjoy our new Sauna as part of your weekend package!

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Silently with the Forest

May 2 – 4, 2025

Celebrate World Labyrinth Day on Saturday May 3rd, 2025

Enjoy a weekend to “disconnect to reconnect” – with yourself and with nature. Surround yourself with the positive energy of the natural environment while you discover what is important to you. This weekend is for you to re-energize and re-fuel your body, mind and soul! During this sampler silent retreat, you will have the opportunity to meet yourself where you are at and challenge yourself to explore the silence within you and around you. We encourage you to leave your technology behind (or turned off) while you experience 12+hours of silence. You can choose from a variety of invitations throughout the day to help guide you on your own personal journey, or spend the day in silence as you wish (although we highly encourage you to embrace the day completely or as much outdoors as possible).

Enjoy our new wood-fired Cedar sauna!

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HOW TO BOOK

If you are interested in booking please make sure you have read , understand what IS and what IS NOT provided with your rental, and read the information below prior to completing the BOOKING REQUEST. If you have questions regarding a booking, but not sure on dates please email info@canadianecology.ca.

JULY BOOKINGS: We are CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC for all of July every year as we are operate as a Summer School during this time.
Once you have submitted you request, and we have a cabin available, we will send an invoice through our online Square Account with a detailed information package attached. A non-refundable deposit (10-15%) will be required to secure your booking, with the balance due 1-2 weeks prior to your arrival.
PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION PACKAGE AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT CHECK IN PROCEDURES, AND INFORMATION REGARDING WHAT IS INCLUDED AND NOT IN YOUR RENTAL.
All check-in’s will be virtual. Check in details will be included in your information package which will be sent via email along with your cabin # a few days prior to your arrival.
The Provincial Park is open from the weekend before the May long weekend to Thanksgiving Monday in October, during this time all vehicles require a valid Provincial Park vehicle pass, the CEC will be providing park vehicle passes with cabin rentals on behalf of the provincial park at a rate of $18 per night/vehicle ($15.93/night +HST). Ontario Parks Season Pass holders will have this fee waived.
The Provincial Park is closed from November to April, during this time, the park trails, roadways and waterways are use at your own risk.

BOOKING FORM

DO NOT COMPLETE THIS FORM if you are ONLY INQUIRING ABOUT RATES AND AVAILABILITY and are not ready to book . Email info@canadianecology.ca for inquiries.

First Name

Last Name

Cell Phone Number

Street

City

Province

Postal Code

Arrival Date (dd/mm/yyyy)

Departure Date (dd/mm/yyyy)

Number of Adults (18+)

Number of Youth (11-18)

Number of Children (10 and under)

Cabin Type (if you require more than 1 cabin, you can select up to 2 cabin types) Cabin Type (if you require more than 1 cabin, you can select up to 2 cabin types) Regular (2 double beds/1 single top bunk) Bunk (3 bottom/3 top singles)

# of REGULAR cabins needed

# of BUNK cabins needed

Do you require a pet cabin ($50, limited availability, please note our BUNK cabins are not pet friendly) Do you require a pet cabin ($50, limited availability, please note our BUNK cabins are not pet friendly) Yes I require a pet cabin No I do not require a pet cabin

Do you have an Ontario Parks Seasons Pass? Do you have an Ontario Parks Seasons Pass? Yes No

Special Requests (Adapted cabin? Part of a group? Early check in?...)

Promo Code

Acknowledgement Acknowledgement I understand that by submitting this form I am requesting a booking and will be sent an invoice via SQUARE to secure my booking if a room is available (if only inquiring about availability, email info@canadianecology.ca and DO NOT SUBMIT) I understand that I will be sent an email with my cabin # and an information package a few days prior to my arrival and will read the package carefully prior to arriving at the CEC.

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