Who We Are
All youth deserve a supportive place where they can be their true and authentic selves, but for many 2SLGBTQ+ youth and families, inclusive spaces are hard to find. Since 2004, Ten Oaks has been a non-profit organization that has worked to deliver inclusive camps and programming rooted in play to those who need it most!
Our Camps
Sleep-away summer camps for children
and youth ages 8 and up from
2SLGBTQ+ families and communities.
and youth ages 8 and up from
2SLGBTQ+ families and communities.
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In the Community
We deliver the magic of camp to our community through a variety of
programming and events
programming and events
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For Organizations
We work with organizations to expand cultural competency and capacity to address concerns unique to 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
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Your Support Makes a Difference
Upcoming Events
Family Pride Picnic
August 23rd, 2026
Hintonburg Park, 49 Fairmont Ave, Ottawa, K1Y 1X4
Pride Parade & Poster Party Registration 2026
August 30th, 2026
The Good Companions – 670 Albert St, Ottawa
August Swim
August 30th, 2026
Available Upon Registration
Families in Transition (Fall)
September 22nd – November 25th, 2026
Ten Oaks Office
Lifting Leaves Pre-Camp Party
September 24th, 2026
On Zoom
September Swim
September 27th, 2026
Available Upon Registration
Rainbow D&D October
October 7th, 2026
Available upon registration
October Swim
October 25th, 2026
Available Upon Registration
Make a Donation
We are an organization built on the strength of our community and we would not exist without the valuable contributions of our volunteers, staff, directorate, sponsors, community partners, and donors.
