The Ontario Ranger Program, dating back to 1944 and with over 78,000 alumni, was cut by the Ontario government on September 27, 2012. Friends of the Ontario Ranger Program is continuing to garner support and actively show why and how the Ontario Ranger Program, formerly the Junior Ranger Program, is a unique, irreplaceable, youth program.
2013 Ontario Budget Announced
Liberals announce $295 million to youth employment over two years.
There is hope! We know they have the money, and are willing to spend it on youth. Sign our petition today and help us get the government to reinstate the Ontario Ranger Program, for a paltry $1.6 million/year.
Click here to read OPSEU's Press Release avocating for the reinstatement of the Ontario Ranger Program.
There is hope! We know they have the money, and are willing to spend it on youth. Sign our petition today and help us get the government to reinstate the Ontario Ranger Program, for a paltry $1.6 million/year.
Click here to read OPSEU's Press Release avocating for the reinstatement of the Ontario Ranger Program.
About Friends of the ORP
We are a group that aims to empower the youth of Ontario by advocating for the Ontario Ranger Program. We aim to demonstrate to all Ontarians that the Ontario Ranger Program is an integral part of the Ontario Public Service. As friends of the Ontario Ranger Program, we aim to find a positive and effective resolution which maintains the integrity and the spirit of the Ontario Ranger Program for future generations. Click here to read more.
Olivia Chow speaks out for reinstating the Ontario Ranger Program
"If the new Kathleen Wynne provincial government are serious about giving hope to young people, then the Junior Forest Ranger program must be reinstated."
One reason why it matters, find more here.
One reason why it matters, find more here.
What is the Ontario Ranger Program?
The Ontario Ranger Program was a youth program run by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR). Dating back to 1944, it was called the “Junior Forest Ranger Program”, and in that first year employed 21 youth. Since then it grew to offering about 804 summer positions, and as high as 2000 positions in 1973. In its hayday the program included 52 camps! The official name of the Junior Ranger Program changed to Ontario Ranger Program in the early 1990s. Click here to read more.
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Petition the Legislature
This petition will be sent to the Legislature Assembly of Ontario. Click here for more information. If you want your voice heard, please sign and get others to sign!
Our Blog: Testimonies from across the province
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Read personal stories of how the program has influenced lives and makes a difference. Find more at our blog or click on a story below.
Read personal stories of how the program has influenced lives and makes a difference. Find more at our blog or click on a story below.