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Coming Up: What’s New at CNIB Lake Joe

CNIB Lake Joe’s 2020 season runs spring to fall with programs to delight people of all ages: children & youth, families, and adults of all ages. The 2020 program includes camper favourites that sell out year after year, plus many exciting new programs.

NEW! Young Adult Week, offered June 15-19.

This new program has been created specifically for young adults ages 19-35. Kick start your summer and join other like-minded people in beautiful Muskoka for a five-day, four-night experience packed with activities and opportunities to engage and energize. Highlights include fun excursions like a brewery tour, trivia night, an Amazing Race competition and a murder mystery night, Plus the chance to network and sharpen the skills that will get you closer to reaching your goals. 

NEW! Family Week #3, offered August 23-29.

This new program will be devoted to families with children who are blind or partially sighted. In addition to the classic camp activities offered during other family weeks, this program will include workshops for parents and siblings, with tips, tricks and strategies to support their children in recreation and sport.

If you are a parent of a child with sight loss, we want to hear from you! 

  • What types of activities and workshops would be meaningful for you and your family at CNIB Lake Joe?
  • What would you like to learn or share with other families?

Please contact Lindsay Garrett, Program Manager, with your questions and suggestions: Lindsay.Garrett@cnib.ca or 1-877-748-4028 ext. 5501.

Other new programs include Adult Adventure Week, Family Fishing Weekend and Adult Mini-Camp (fall)

Youth Programs: Say No to FOMO

Don’t miss out! If you're 15-20 years of age, say yes to getting WILD, hitting a high SCORE, and building career skills in our Canadian Leadership Development Program (CLDP) and Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) programs. Meet new friends and claim bragging rights for adventures like rock-wall climbing, high ropes courses, and going off the grid in Algonquin Park. These programs also provide mentorship and the chance to build skills for success at school and on-the-job.

Our sessions are filling up fast, with some already sold out. Register now or contact us for more info at lakejoe@cnib.ca or 1-877-748-4028.