Upcoming Events

Events

Be sure to check out this calendar from time to time to learn more about the events we are hosting. We look forward to seeing you there.

Northern Ontario Regional Youth & ACF Retreat
Sep
26
to Sep 28

Northern Ontario Regional Youth & ACF Retreat

  • Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Northern Ontario Youth & ACF Retreat will be held September 26-28, 2025, in Wawa, ON! With the theme "Anchored: Rooted in Christ," the event is intended to be a combined, spiritual retreat for our Adventist students attending the public campuses in Northern Ontario, as well as youth and young adults who attend our local churches in the same region.

The keynote speaker is Pastor Kelvin Kublall, currently serving as the Bible teacher at the Crawford Adventist Academy in Toronto, ON, along with other guests and presenters for the weekend.

Registration is currently open for you and your young people. If you have teens, collegiate youth, or young adults (ages 13-35+) in your church or on your public campus, please have them register at the following link: https://forms.gle/uH2g5dGY1cLLrb5M8

The fee is reasonably priced at $55 CAN per person, and it includes food, accommodations, and material.

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Compassion Love & Care Week
Oct
5
to Oct 11

Compassion Love & Care Week

  • Ontario Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Compassion Ministry invites all youth and young adults to take part in Love Week—a special initiative that challenges us to show Christ’s love through simple acts of kindness. Whether at home, school, work, church, or in the community, this is our chance to make a difference in someone’s life. 

More details will be shared soon! In the meantime, help spread the word and get ready to join us in living out love in action.

Actions speak louder than words—it’s a lifestyle.

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Do It Together Sabbath School Conference 2025
Sep
12
to Sep 13

Do It Together Sabbath School Conference 2025

The 2025 Do It Together Sabbath School Conference is sponsored by the North American Division Adult, Children's, Youth & Young Adult Ministries Departments focusing on doing Sabbath School together in a unified way. This event is designed to train leaders for in service and to update teaching techniques and connection with student and teacher. Join us as we Do It Together in Sabbath School.

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OASA Basketball Tournament
Apr
23

OASA Basketball Tournament

The second annual Ontario Adventist Sports Association (OASA) Basketball Tournament is being hosted at Crawford Adventist Academy. This event is part of the Seventh-day Adventist Sports League for the academy level. We are pleased to inform you that 6 of the 8 Adventist schools are confirmed to attend, including:

  • Crawford Main Campus

  • Grandview Adventist Academy

  • Ottawa Adventist Academy

  • Crawford Adventist Academy East Campus

  • Adventist Christian Elementary School (London)

  • Crawford Adventist Academy Peel Campus

If anyone is interested in supporting the tournament financially, please email aambrose@caasda.com.

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Calibrate: Youth Ministries Convention
Jan
24
to Jan 26

Calibrate: Youth Ministries Convention

  • Toronto Sheraton Airport Hotel (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Imagine this: You’re a passionate youth leader with big dreams for your ministry but unsure how to turn ideas into real impact. That’s where Calibrate comes in. Leaders like you from across Ontario gather for a powerful weekend of connection, growth, and inspiration every two years. This year, from January 24-26, 2025, at the Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel, Calibrate invites you to step into "Practical Leadership: From Ideas to Influence."

You'll gain the tools to lead with purpose through worship moments that recharge your spirit, hands-on ministry labs, and workshops tackling real issues like mental health, diversity, and practical evangelism. Picture sharing ideas with like-minded peers, celebrating ministry wins, and leaving equipped to create meaningful change. With keynote speaker Pastor Michaela Lawrence Jeffery leading the charge, this is more than a conference—it’s a launchpad for your leadership journey. Your ideas matter; at Calibrate, you’ll learn how to turn them into an influence that transforms lives.

Register Now!

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Thrive Together 2023
Nov
10
to Nov 12

Thrive Together 2023

DATE:
Friday, November 10th, @ 5PM to Sunday, November 12th, @ 12:00 PM

VENUE:
Muskoka Woods Camp
4585 Highway 141
Rosseau, ON P0C 1J0

COST:
$129 per person Cabins (12 beds per room) & $249 per person CEO Lodge (4 beds per room)

THEME:
"Churched Out"?

SUMMIT INTENT:
To engage young adults at various transitions of life in activities to develop and sustain their spiritual walk with Christ; recognize their place in the church and community, and be influencers in their world.

SUMMIT FOUNDATION:
The Summit finds its foundation in the Young Adult Ministry goal of “Believe”. The ministry desires to encourage young adults to deepen their relationship with Christ.

KEYNOTE:
Pastor Kelly Lin Dickinson, Loma Linda Seventh-day Adventist Church

Keynote Speaker:

Pastor Kelly Lin Dickinson,
Loma Linda University Seventh-day Adventist Church

Bio:

Kelly works in young adult ministry, Praxis, at Loma Linda University Church as the intern pastor. She has a science/medicine background and after completing a master’s in biomedical science masters, she felt called to ministry and is currently completing her masters in pastoral ministry. Kelly recently married the love of her life, Logan, and enjoys cycling, good coffee, and time with friends and family.

ACTIVITIES:
Worship, Deep Dive discussions, Fellowship, Adventist Young Professionals, Leaders Forum

AGENDA

Friday Nov 10th, 2023

Item Item Description Timing Location
1 Check in & Registration 5PM-7PM Music Hall
2 Evening Program (Deep Dive Discussion, The Gathering) 7PM-8:30PM Music Hall
Opening Prayer
Welcome/Instructions
Ice breaker
Discussion
Song Service + Theme Song
Introduction of Presenter for the weekend
Speaker
Closing Prayer
Instructions for Snack+dismissal
3 Evening Snack 8:45 PM Leader's Lounge

Saturday Nov 11th, 2023

Item Item Description Duration Location
1 Morning Prayer 8:30AM-9:00AM CEO Lodge
2 Breakfast 9:00AM-9:45AM Food Hall
3 Deep Dive + The Gathering 9:45AM-12:45PM Music Hall
Opening Prayer
Welcome
Ice breaker
Deep Dive Discussion
10 minute break
Welcome back
Song Service + Theme Song
Introduction of Presenter
Speaker
Closing Prayer
Dismisal + Announcements
4 Lunch 1:00PM-1:45PM Food Hall
5 Free Time/Activities/Hike 1:45PM-4:00PM Hike 2:30pm
6 Workshop/Seminar 4:00PM-5:30PM CEO Lodge/ Music Hall/ Boat House
7 Supper 6:00PM-6:45PM Food Hall
8 Vespers 6:45PM-7:30PM Music Hall
9 Thrive Cafe/Professional Networking 7:30PM-9:30PM CEO Lodge/ Leader's Lounge
10 Gym 9:30PM-12AM Gym

Sunday Nov 12th, 2023

Item Item Description Duration Location
1 Morning Prayer 8:30AM-9:00AM Leaders Lounge
2 Breakfast 9:00AM-9:45AM Food Hall
3 Deep Dive  Split Discussion and Gathering 9:45AM-12:00PM Music Hall
Opening Prayer
Welcome
Ice breaker
Deep Dive Discussion
Song Service + Theme Song
Introduction of Presenter
Speaker
Closing Prayer
4 Packing 12:00PM-1:00PM Individual Cabins
5 Lunch and Dismissal 1:00PM-2:00PM Food Hall
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THRIVE Together Summit 2021
Nov
19
to Nov 21

THRIVE Together Summit 2021

 

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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