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It is not only necessary to discuss Truth and Reco

It is not only necessary to discuss Truth and Reconciliation this week, but each and every week of the year. Tying up orange ribbons around the forest, wearing our orange shirts and creating a garden of hope are all symbols of our acknowledgment of the past and commitments to the future.

This week has been full of respect and learning from the past to create a more positive future for the Indigenous Community.

Nova’s Ark acknowledges that we gather on the tr

Nova’s Ark acknowledges that we gather on the traditional territory included in the William’s Treaties comprised of the Mississauga’s of Scugog Island First Nation, a group within the Anishinaabeg Nation, including the Algonquin, Chippewa, Odawa, Ojibway, and Pottawatomi Peoples. As an inclusive facility, we acknowledge the deep traumas that the Indigenous Peoples have endured in the past and continue to face in the present. Nova’s Ark works through the many traumas of our unique families with dignity and respect. As settlers in this area, we value our learning environment which brings together friends from different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and ages. We take pride in the natural learning environment and the curiosity it provides us.

We are grateful for the many plants and trees that peacefully surround us. We are grateful for the many birds who regularly visit and sing to us. We are grateful for the scampering of the chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits who cross our paths every day and for those who quietly observe us from afar. We are grateful for the slithering snakes and the croaking frogs who remind us how fragile nature can be. We are grateful for the buzzing of the bees and the many insects that share their homes with us. We are very thankful for the clean creek water that gently flows throughout the forest sustaining life for all.

Nova’s Ark is committed to deepening our understanding and need to become more connected to the land by honouring and respecting the stewardship of the First Nations People. We invite the Indigenous Elders to come and honour the land, to encourage the use of the land for the purpose of ceremonies. We are committed to sharing the land’s resources with the Indigenous Community in whatever ways possible. Together, we will create awareness of the importance of the nature connection to this land and ALL of the inhabitants of Turtle Island.

Thank you to our amazing staff, mentors, guests, families of Nova’s Ark, and the Durham College First Peoples Indigenous Centre for your collaboration.

We are having such impactful conversations and lea

We are having such impactful conversations and learning opportunities around Truth and Reconciliation. We are continuing to reflect on the history of the Indigenous Community and what we can do to implement respect and dignity. Together, we will listen to stories, create our hearts of hope and learn more about the importance of Orange Shirt Day.

THANK YOU to the fantastic team at NielsenIQ. Thes

THANK YOU to the fantastic team at NielsenIQ. These wonderful individuals helped us out in so many terrific ways! From gardening to painting, job well done. Not only was there a ton of hard work completed but so much understanding of our programming. You listened, connected and showed so much enthusiasm. Thank you for believing in us @nielseniq !

We had such an awesome week! We learned so much ab

We had such an awesome week! We learned so much about our spectacle owl, Patrone, connected in the forest and finished up our scarecrows. We are ready for more opportunities next week!

We have a big thank you to our friends at the Whit

We have a big thank you to our friends at the Whitby Rotary Club! This incredible team came in to help us rebuild and paint our back fence. With a ton of teamwork, determination and passion you did it. Thank you for making a huge difference for us @rotary_whitby_sunrise, rain or shine!

Teams One and Two have been hard at work creating

Teams One and Two have been hard at work creating this beautiful banner! Using rocks, we hammered down flowers onto cloth to create awesome designs. We can’t wait to enjoy it every day in the picnic shelter!

Huge thank you to our friends at Frontenac Youth S

Huge thank you to our friends at Frontenac Youth Services for coming in today for a visit. It was so wonderful to have you here with your great energy, understanding and compassion. It was a joy getting to know your team and we can't wait to see you again. Thank you for believing in us at Nova's Ark @frontenacyouthservices !

What a fabulous first week of "Out of the Box"! We

What a fabulous first week of "Out of the Box"! We explored, connected and even built toad houses. We can’t wait for more adventures!

🌟 Join us for a heartwarming evening of giving

🌟 Join us for a heartwarming evening of giving and fun! 🌟

Welcome to 100 Kids Who Care, where young hearts and minds come together to make a BIG difference in our community. Our mission is simple, yet incredibly impactful: we inspire kids aged 5 to 13 to be compassionate leaders, engaging in acts of kindness and learning important life lessons along the way.

📆 Mark your calendars! Our first event is on Friday, September 15th, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. 📆

Here's what to expect:
✅ Voting for a worthy charity
✨ A heartwarming group photo with the chosen charity
🍿 Movie night under the stars with a projector
🍬 Yummy treats generously provided by our incredible sponsors

Let's teach our kids the joy of giving and the power of kindness. See you there!

Thank you 100 Kids Who Care for inviting Nova’s Ark to be one of your first presenters!

💖 #100KidsWhoCare #CommunityHeroes #CompassionateLeaders
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We are having an awesome time getting back to our

We are having an awesome time getting back to our "Out of the Box" activities! From nature painting scavenger hunts to enjoying our sit spots in the forest, it’s been lovely. We can’t wait for more great experiences!

Hooray! We are so excited to start "Out of the Box

Hooray! We are so excited to start "Out of the Box" once again. Thank you to our college and university students for coming to orientation and learning all about our unique facility. It was a joy getting to know one another. More teamwork, learning, and fun opportunities are on their way!

Woohoo! Our Week 9 slideshow is out on our YouTube

Woohoo! Our Week 9 slideshow is out on our YouTube, Nova's Ark Charity. Thank you all for such a wonderful week!

We have a big shoutout for our incredible Animal C

We have a big shoutout for our incredible Animal Care summer team! Your outstanding work all summer long has been so appreciated. From facility maintenance to upkeeping our gardens to animal interactions, well done. Special thank you to our Animal Care Supervisors, Jessica, Hannah and Jaden for your expertise.

Our Animal Care team has been such an important part of our Nova's Ark family and have made many wonderful experiences for our participants. We are so thankful for all of the hard work and dedication brought each day. Good luck with your upcoming school year!

Wow! We cannot believe another incredible summer h

Wow! We cannot believe another incredible summer has come to an end already. With the help of our amazing team, we had nine weeks of adventures together.

Thank you to our incredible staff, summer facilitators, animal care team, college/university students and volunteers who made this a truly inspiring summer. Your hard work, passion and expertise created such incredible memories for our participants.

To our awesome families of Nova’s Ark, thank you for continuing to believe in us. We are so appreciative of your ongoing support and encouragement. It was such a joy to hear from you and see your smiles in the forest.

Thank you to each member of our Nova’s Ark community for making this summer one we will never forget. Until next year, friends!

So many wonderful memories! Thank you all for maki

So many wonderful memories! Thank you all for making Week 9 of Summer Program such a fabulous one!

Hooray! Our team is really excited for "Out of the

Hooray! Our team is really excited for "Out of the Box". We are so looking forward to continuing more learning opportunities, exploring our surroundings and gaining new skills. We are thrilled to see you all again the week of September 11th!

We have been having the best time during Week 9 of

We have been having the best time during Week 9 of Summer Program! From making horse salad to enjoying the slip and slide, it’s been a blast. More adventures await!

Yippee! Our Week 8 slideshow is now out on our You

Yippee! Our Week 8 slideshow is now out on our YouTube channel, Nova‘s Ark Charity. Thank you all for the wonderful adventures!

Week 9 of Summer Program has been fabulous so far!

Week 9 of Summer Program has been fabulous so far! We can’t wait to continue making more lifelong memories together!

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