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Waupoos is a native word for rabbit. The Waupoos Foundation was founded in 1975 by Father Fred Magee and friends when they took over the Oblate family farm on Waupoos Island, near Picton Ontario. Facilities were later expanded to include a farm located just outside of Ottawa on Rideau Road. Over 7000 families have enjoyed a respite with us, and over 25,000 people have used our facilities. Waupoos' motto is "Pray, Work and Play" and we welcome everyone who wants to participate in any, or all of these activities. The families that visit us arrive via many channels including social services, schools and parishes.
Our Funding The maintenance and operation of the Waupoos facilities are funded though the generous donations of many individuals, corporations, and generous organizations like the Ontario Trillium Foundation, Ottawa Community Foundation, and Human Resources Development Canada who feel that it is important to provide vacation opportunities to those who might not otherwise be able to afford one. Private donations are an important source of funding for Waupoos. The Future of Waupoos Requests to use the Waupoos facilities are increasing each year. More and more families in our community are facing desperate times. Food banks and soup kitchens have never seen greater demand. Those who are able to come to Waupoos talk about experiences that are life changing. They feel a great sense of renewal and relief and are often connected with individuals who are able to give them real support. In order to best serve our families, Waupoos is revitalizing its heavily demanded services. This includes soliciting greater volunteer support, renovating facilities, and changing some of our internal structures so that resident families will be able to focus more energy on hospitality.
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