Encounters with Canada is our country's largest and foremost youth forum! Every week of the school year, 120 to 148 teens from across Canada (ages 14 to 17) come to Ottawa. Here they discover their country through each other, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, explore exciting career options, develop their civic leadership skills and live an extraordinary bilingual experience. Over 94,000 youth have lived the EWC experience, to date!
In 1924, ''Camp Minwassin'' is founded by Mr. McCann. With the help of local businessmen and various supporters, Mr. McCann acquires land on Mink Lake, near Eganville, Ontario. That year, the downtown clubhouse is closed and McCann and his staff bring 66 boys up to ''Minwassin''. The benefits to the youth, including getting away from the city, experiencing nature, and building social skills through group living (in tents) are immediately evident, encouraging the continued commitment to the camping experience.
Located just 90 minutes from Ottawa, Opeongo Mountain Resort is your complete, year round vacation destination. Our well-equipped cottages are air conditioned and heated to keep your comfortable during your stay on Lake Clear. Great fishing and marina services are available. Visit the Moose on the Beach Restaurant to enjoy country cooking and a million dollar view. Contact us to book a reservation.
Get away from it all with a break at Whispering Pines Resort right outside of Eganville. Our tranquil campgrounds are the perfect space to rent a cottage or campsite out for the summer. Give us a call for more details.