The Apps Ridge Camp & Training Centre is a beautiful facility located on the Apps Mill Conservation Area just west of Brantford. The secluded and wooded site makes for a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. It's suitable for a wide variety of functions such as training events, retreats, and church related functions. When not booked for CEF's our own ministry activities it is available to others on a rental basis.
- 14 dormitory rooms with bunk beds (4 people to a room)
- 12 of the rooms are coupled in pairs with adjoining washrooms
- 2 rooms have private washrooms
- The main hall can seat 150 - 200 people; 120 – 140 may be seated for a meal
- Commercial kitchen
- 2 wood burning fireplaces
- Parking for 40+ cars
- Picnic pavilion
- Playground
- Walking trails
- Close to Apps Mill Nature Centre and trails
- Located just 3 km off Highway 403, and less than 15 minutes from Paris and Brantford Ontario
Apps Ridge has been dedicated to the Lord's work, and most especially for the work of Christian ministry to children. Our desire is to see the facility used as much as possible for activities that advance the cause of Christ, and most especially for work among children and youth. Rental rates are discounted for children's groups, youth groups, churches, and other charitable organizations.
We are pleased also to rent from time to time to secular organizations, under the policies noted below.
- Alcohol and smoking is not permitted in the building or on the grounds.
- Apps Ridge is not available for rent for weddings, dances, or corporate parties.
- Secular organizations are welcome to rent provided that the purpose of their organization, and their activities while on the premises, are not in conflict with the CEF Ontario code of conduct or doctrinal statement.
- Apps Ridge is not available for rent to faith based organizations whose purposes, doctrine, or faith statement are in conflict with that of CEF Ontario
- Renters must provide a certificate of insurance naming CEF Ontario as a co-insured, and with liability coverage of at least $2,000,000.
Rental groups are responsible for their own food preparation. They may bring in prepared food from outside or use our well equipped commercial kitchen. They may provide their own cook or contract a catering service. For those in need of assistance we are pleased to recommend the services of JR's Family Catering (Jeanette Parker), and will provide contact information on request.
To check on rates and availability, or to obtain more information about renting the Apps Ridge facility please call our office at 1-877-788-8233.
