We are thrilled to share that another successful season of the CityKidz Ottawa Playhouse wrapped up on June 15, 2024.
Our last day celebrated Friendship Day Playhouse and registered kids were asked to invite friends that had never been to CityKidz before, resulting in several new children attending as guests. Everyone had a fantastic time participating in the fun activities we had planned for them. Additionally, two Junior Leaders in Training received their Certificates of Completion! We’re excited to have these 13-year-olds on our volunteer team officially! Congratulations to them.
Throughout the season of six Playhouses, we focused on important themes such as friendship and relying on God during tough times. The impact of these highly interactive and fun Playhouses for our children was truly heartwarming, with one parent sharing that their child asked their parents to drive them to CityKidz, even after moving outside of Ottawa. When the parent asked for an idea of where to go (CityKidz usually buses the kids) the child responded, “It’s at the party place!” It’s moments like these that remind us of the positive influence our programs have on the children in our community.
We were also excited to welcome several new volunteers throughout the season, with one who described the Playhouse as, “The best fun they’ve had in a long time!” We are so grateful for our dedicated volunteers who help make CityKidz Ottawa a welcoming and engaging place for children to learn and grow.
As we gear up for our Summer Fun Squad program, we are looking forward to bringing even more joy and excitement to the children in our community. If you would like to learn more about CityKidz Ottawa programs or how you can get involved, please visit our website at www.citykidzottawa.ca.