We have reopened!
The CEC reopened on May 8 in concert with Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park’s 2026 operating season, after almost a year without revenue, following the EF2 downburst storm on June 21, 2025.
The CEC is non profit outdoor environmental education centre, and receives no operating subsidies from any government.
The CEC’s future is still in dire straits financially. We need $500,000 to keep the CEC alive.
How can you help? – Keep Supporting the CEC by attending an event, signing your child up for a camp/course, share our message or consider donating to our charitable foundation.
Book a Cabin
We’re thrilled to once again welcome guests to the Canadian Ecology Centre. Whether you’re planning a peaceful retreat or an outdoor adventure, our new online reservation system makes booking your stay easier than ever.
Upcoming Events this Fall
ROOTED in RESILIENCE
“Hope Grows” – Oct 22-25, 2026 – Registration opening soon!
Join us for a restorative experience at the Canadian Ecology Centre as we celebrate National Take Me Outside Week and the theme of “Hope Grows”.
Participate in Citizen Science Days on Thursday Oct 22 and/or Friday October 23 and help make a difference as we record critical data following the downburst storm of June 2025
The weekend retreat blends science, nature connection, and land-based healing, giving us time to slow down, learn from the natural world and honour the land as it prepares for winter.
Join us for a weekend of resiliency, healing and giving back to the land!
MLC Benefit Concert - Sat Oct 24th
At the Granite Club in North Bay! – Tickets now on sale!
A night of good times, great dancing music all in support of the Canadian Ecology Centre’s Educational Foundation!
Get dressed up for halloween, your favourite rock outfit and dance the night away with North bay’s longest serving band! – MLC!
With special thanks to the North Bay Granite Club as a sponsor, and to MLC for donating their time and talent!
Christmas in the Forest
Registration now open! Limited space avaiable
Gather with friends and family this Christmas season at the Canadian Ecology Centre. This family weekend is filled with outdoor fun and holiday cheer!!!! Fun for children of all ages, accommodations and Christmas Dinner! A magical Christmas focusing on spending time with the people who matter most to us!
Nov 29-29, Dec 4-6 and Dec 11-13
NEW - The Original Bug Shirt with CEC LOGO!
Use the following link to automatically receive 10% off. bugshirt.com/CEC10 or use code CEC10 at checkout.
- Any shirt ordered will receive the CEC logo, regardless of color or size, though please note the logo will not be visible when purchasing online.
- Please check out their sizing chart to ensure your proper fit, as custom shirts are non-returnable.
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.
NOW HIRING
Join our team this Fall!
GPS: Greencheck Certification Program
Upcoming Courses this Fall! – Click on picture for dates
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!
Upcoming Courses…
WILDERNESS WATER SAFETY
Dates for 2027 coming soon!
Risk management and rescue response training for wilderness trip leaders
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT COURSES
Summer 2027 Dates and Courses coming soon!
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.
WILDERNESS FIRST AID
Dates for 2027 coming soon
WFR Recertification (4-day) & WAFA to WFR Bridge (4-day)
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.