Zajac Ranch
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Zajac Ranch, located on the shores of Stave Lake, in Mission, BC, serves children with serious and chronic illnesses and disabilities during summer months.
Zajac Ranch is also open year-round to entertain group bookings. In 1999, Mel Zajac had a vision to build a ranch facility to provide camp experiences for children with chronic and life-limiting conditions throughout British Columbia and Canada. This vision was inspired by the incredible impact he has seen through the ‘Hole in the Wall’ camps created by good friend of the Foundation, Paul Newman. Launched five years later, Zajac Ranch for Children became a realization of this vision and remains the Foundation’s most ambitious project to date. Zajac Ranch, set within 44 acres of beautiful wilderness and western-themed camp facilities, rests on the shores of Stave Lake in Mission, BC. The ranch is conveniently located one hour east of Vancouver, BC, and can comfortably host 120 guests. In the summer months, Zajac Ranch for Children provides camps for children and young adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities. These experiences give participants the opportunity to explore the outdoors while developing greater social and environmental awareness, increased self-confidence and positive growth in attitudes towards physical activity.
09/21/2026
We are thrilled to be participating in several career fairs over the coming weeks!
You can visit the Zajac Ranch booth at the following career events:
Simon Fraser University Career Festival – Thursday, Sept 24
Douglas College Volunteer Festival – Thursday, Oct 1
University of British Columbia Career Days – Wednesday, Oct 7 & Thursday, Oct 8
Stop by to talk with our staff about Zajac Ranch and our current openings for staff and volunteers!
Find out more about career opportunities with Zajac Ranch at zajacranch.com/about/careers/
09/17/2026
Come in from the cold and enjoy a cozy winter retreat at Zajac Ranch!
Our Indoor Gym and our Arts & Culture Centre are built for comfort and creativity. Each of these indoor spaces is perfect for teams, churches, hobby groups, and more!
Book a 3 day, 2 night stay anytime from November to February and you will receive 2 days complimentary use of our fantastic Indoor Gym or Arts & Cultural Centre. You will also receive 2 free activities from the following:
Orienteering
Scavenger Hunt
Field Games/Team-Building
Nature Hike
Whether you’re setting up a corporate retreat, a book club meeting, a team gathering, or any other event, Zajac Ranch is the perfect spot to bring EVERYONE together this winter.
Want to learn more about what we have on offer?
Call: 604 739 0444
Email: [email protected]
Website: zajacranch.com
09/12/2026
It’s hard to believe our 2026 summer camps are over already!
From campfires to climbing walls, swimming pools to Skynet, and fun to friendship, it has truly been an unforgettable season for our campers!
A huge thank you to all of our campers, families, volunteers, partners, and supporters who helped make this summer an incredible experience.
Registration for 2027’s summer camps will open this fall! It's never too soon to start counting down the days to summer!
Visit: zajacranch.com/camps/schedule
Call: 604-739-0444
Email: [email protected]
09/10/2026
Why not rent a retreat space with no barriers to access?
Whether its mobility needs or dietary restrictions, Zajac Ranch can make your retreat experience accessible to your whole group.
Book a 3 day, 2 night stay anytime from November to February and you will receive 2 days complimentary use of our fantastic indoor gym or arts & cultural centre. You will also receive 2 free activities from the following:
Orienteering
Scavenger Hunt
Field Games/Team-Building
Nature Hike
Whether you’re setting up a corporate retreat, a book club meeting, a team gathering, or any other event, Zajac Ranch is the perfect spot to bring EVERYONE together this winter.
Want to learn more about what we have on offer?
Call: 604 739 0444
Email: [email protected]
Website: zajacranch.com
09/05/2026
September 5 is International Charity Day! We’re celebrating all of the generous people who come together to make Zajac Ranch a place where children, youth and young adults with medical conditions can experience the magic of summer camp.
We cannot express how grateful we are for the community that has helped to raise the spirits of our campers.
This International Day of Charity is for all our donors, partners, and volunteers! We couldn’t do this work without you!
Want to be someone's hero and donate?
Contact us at: [email protected] or 604 739 0444 or visit www.zajacranch.com/donate
09/04/2026
Thank you Mr. L**e for another amazing carnival day at Zajac Ranch! Our campers loved playing the carnival games, like giant tic-tac-toe, and everyone enjoyed the special cotton candy machine.
We are so grateful for your partnership for the past 18 years and being a committed subsidy partner for our Zajac Camper Allowance Program.
We are especially grateful that you always leave us with new carnival supplies so that all our campers can enjoy the games and activities for years to come.
From all of us at Zajac Ranch, thank you!
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09/03/2026
September is a big month of awareness and acceptance! We’re doing our part to spread the word about the major causes for this month:
Childhood Cancer Awareness
Muscular Dystrophy Awareness
World Duchenne Awareness – Sept 7
Craniofacial Acceptance
It’s a great time to learn more about medical conditions that may affect those around you and it’s an even better time to get out and show your support for these causes.
Not sure where to start? Zajac Ranch is always looking for volunteers, donors, and more. Visit zajacranch.com/how-you-can-help/ways-to-give/ and see how you can help.
08/31/2026
September is Arthritis Awareness Month and we want to start the month off right by highlighting one of our partners — Arthritis Society Canada !
Dedicated to arthritis research, advocacy, innovation, information, and support, Arthritis Society Canada does so much to better the lives of people living with arthritis.
Through our partnership, we’ve been able to dedicate an annual summer camp to children and youth living with arthritis. We are grateful to have the opportunity to share the joy of summer camp with children and youth who would not be able to experience it otherwise.
As our 2026 summer camp season is coming to an end, we are already planning for next year.
Stay tuned to our page, or subscribe to our newsletter to be one of the first to now when our summer camp 2027 registration opens up.
How exciting was it to see Lena as the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Kid Captain at last week's game?
Way to go, Lena!
08/27/2026
Today is World Lake Day and we’re celebrating the lake closest to our hearts (and our grounds) — Stave Lake!
More than just a gorgeous sight, Stave Lake serves as a hydroelectricity reservoir, a recreation site, and a fresh water habitat for fish, plants, and local wildlife.
Stave Lake remains usable by people and animals alike thanks to responsible environmental practices. At Zajac Ranch, our canoeing & kayaking activity allows participants to enjoy Stave Lake without disturbing the local fish and wildlife.
If you want to appreciate Stave Lake up close and in-person then why not book a trip to Zajac Ranch?
Learn more about our rental opportunities at zajacranch.com/what-we-offer/
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15600 Florence Lake Road
Mission, BC
V4S1C4
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |