In 2020 we had to cancel, for the first time ever in our long history, Summer Camp. This was devastating, most particularly for the campers who had hoped to come, their parents, and for us. We were hit hard financially as well as emotionally. In response we reached...
When you think of an ‘earthen’ floor, you might very well think ‘dirt’ floor! You would be correct in a way, but here is what the new Health Centre floors are really made of. The floor has a wood base, then a radiant heating system was installed, mudded into place...
from Deirdre McGahern of Straworks The Health Centre will be a Carbon Sink! Thanks to the Builders for Climate Action carbon calculator, we estimate the Health Centre’s material carbon emissions to be 6.9 tons. The wood, straw and cellulose insulation will be...
The Great Canadian Giving Challenge is a fundraising and friend-raising opportunity that we are excited to explore this year. Individual donors can start making online donations beginning June 1st, and each donation not only provides us with funds, but also enrolls us...
Our Capital Campaign is gearing up! Camp Kawartha is working hard to raise funds in order to establish Canada’s First Certified Living Building. Replacing our dining hall and kitchen, this new space will be a showpiece for what is possible in sustainable design. Like...
