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2022-2023 Annual Report
Learn how Pine River is countering the effects of the pandemic and bringing hope and healing to more vulnerable youth and their families
BEEKEEPING: Harvesting Honey on Campus
Thanks to our busier bees, this fall’s honey harvest yielded more than 15 gallons (roughly 60 litres) of the sticky sweet stuff.
Running to Raise Money: The Terry Fox Run
The fundraising campaign, led by our student council and academic team, exceeded its set goal of $ 3,500!
Elevating Canoeing Skills in a Quarry Oasis
Throughout the summer, students and staff have been honing their canoe skills in an unusual, and very welcome, venue: a retired sand-quarry-turned-cross-fit-club in Caledon.
Rowing Into a Regatta Win
The Pine River 6-student team has been honing its skills and teamwork in weekly practices at ILRC in Orangeville throughout the summer.
Forest Oasis: Mending in A Mindfulness Garden
A forest garden has taken shape in a secluded spot in the woods on campus over the summer.
Celebrating Milestones: Congrats to our Grads!
On a recent Friday, under a striped red and white tent with the sun overhead, a group of Pine River students proudly stood in their black gowns before staff, friends...
Healing With Horses: Pine River And Tuff Therapeutic Riding Foundation
Friday clubs have a number of our students attuning to (and learning from) wonderful horses in a 10-week program at the nearby TUFF Therapeutic Riding Foundation.
Students and staff gather for PRIDE flag-raising
Students and staff gathered this morning on our main Campus for a PRIDE flag-raising and reflection. Read the full draft of the beautiful and thoughtful address by one of our...
Spotlight on Wilderness Therapy: just “Get Outside”: The o2 Project
Just “Get Outside” is the annual rallying call of the o2 Project on June 10th. The o2 Project raises money for the Benjamin Ware Legacy Fund that supports wilderness therapy and mental health initiatives.
Accreditation Canada awards PRI “Accredited with Commendation”
Pine River Institute (PRI) has been Accredited with Commendation following a recent survey by Accreditation Canada.
Dowie: With youth in mind, Ontario must review its cannabis activities | Ottawa Citizen
The province is falling short of the vital task of educating young people about the real risks of cannabis.