Best Canada Technology Camps Summer 2024-25 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Outdoor Basketball Courts Soccer fields Baseball Diamonds Indoor and Outdoor Pools Flagpole Indoor programming space for inclement weather

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Jack and Pat Kay Centre Camp, the largest Jewish Day Camp in Toronto, has been providing campers and staff with memorable summer experiences for over 25 years. There are many unique elements to us although the quality of our staff, our Red Cross swim program and our Israeli Cultural Programs really set us apart. THE JACK AND PAT KAY CENTRE CAMP SUMMER PHILOSOPHY: As a team, we strive to create an atmosphere of adventure, creativity, friendship and unity within a safe and secure camp environment. We provide every camper and staff member with a sense of community, unforgettable memories and a connection to the state of Israel that lasts a lifetime. Our camp is led by camping veterans who understand the importance and value of each child's experience. The leadership team consists of numerous early childhood education workers, teachers, child and youth workers, camp nurse, and social workers.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: In partnership with BBYO, we offer a leadership development program for campers who have completed grades 7-9. Our program is the perfect blend of leadership development and camp fun. The program includes interactive training workshops in areas of health and safety, problem solving, supervising children, bullying prevention, camp programming and more!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial assistance.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Jack and Pat Kay Centre Camp offers Break Camps all year long as well as after school programs in various schools around the community.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.centrecamp.ca

CAMP FACILITIES: We have wood style cabins with electricity and washrooms. we have a beautiful dining reflecting 78 years of camp history, outdoor and indoor amphitheatre and a, roller rink, basketball court, large ballfield and the most gorgeous lake that surrounds our camp

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For 78 years Tamakwa has been providing campers (from Toronto, Montreal, Los Angeles, Chicago, Detroit, New York, Mexico and all over the world) a chance to develop important life skills, build self confidence, foster lifelong friendships, embrace traditional camping values and return home with an enriched outlook, that there is life and fun without facebook, Wii and YouTube!

Select spaces are available around our campfire for campers 7-15, including our 2 or 4 week Junior Tamakwan program for campers 7-9. Also available - a new 4 day mini introduction session for campers in grades 1 or 2. Please call for further details.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer an 8 week CIT training program for campers that are 16 years old.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Sibling discounts available, please call for details.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer a family camp weekend from Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: tamakwa.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.stemcamp.ca for more details

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Counsellors Interested in working for STEM Camp, at one of our 45 locations, should visit Our Camp Website Link: www.stemcamp.ca to find the application, they can answer a short questionnaire and select a time for an interview. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Discovery features an outdoor basketball court, indoor and outdoor table tennis, outdoor checkers tables, a grass volleyball court, and various "board games" such as Snakes and Ladders and Foursquares permanently painted onto our playgrounds. LEGO Brickworks and Shendy's swim school are located on our street (Scarsdale Road) and are frequently used by our camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Activate and rejuvenate your child's learning this summer with in-person or virtual options to our Summer 2021 Camp Discovery for Grades 1-8. Our program features opportunities to improve in Language and Math skills, participate in STEM learning, and have fun in the sun with outdoor activities such as swimming, field trips, and sports. Located at WillowWood School, Camp Discovery runs July 5-30th. You have the choice of either a half-day program (9:30-12:30) or a full day (9:30-3:30) with the option of before and after-care. We hope to see you!

OTHER CAMP INFO: • offer individualized, student-centered teaching and mentorship
• teach and practice Language Arts, Reading, and Mathematics skills in enjoyable themed units
• build creativity and self-confidence which campers can carry into their schoolyears
• teach social and teamwork skills in a natural, respectful way
• teach skills and strategies around test-taking, project completion, study skills, and essay writing
• introduce assistive technology programs and provide opportunities to apply these across the curriculum

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Discovery runs from July 4th to July 31st, 2022. Day sessions run from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm for half-day sessions and from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm for full-day sessions.

CAMP FACILITIES: CAMP KODIAK FACILITIES INCLUDE:
- 28 lakefront cabins with electricity, full bathrooms with showers, and large decks overlooking the lake
- 2 spacious, airy dining rooms
- a large gym/recreation hall
- a modern, well-equipped health center
- a large, safe, sandy beach
- outdoor basketball court
- tennis courts
- baseball field
- soccer field
- beach volleyball court
- archery range
- horseback riding facilities
- Arts & Crafts studio
- Pottery/Ceramics studio
- Stained Glass workshop
- mini-golf course
- high ropes elements in forest
- new rock climbing wall

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
BACKGROUND: Camp Kodiak is an integrated, non-competitive, overnight summer camp serving children & teens with and without LD, ADHD, high-functioning ASD. Campers come from all over North America and from abroad. The primary objectives of Camp Kodiak are to build confidence and self-esteem, to teach social skills, to foster independence and to provide an exciting and satisfying camp experience. This is achieved by providing a safe and nurturing environment, a mature, professional staff, a very low camper-to-staff ratio and a program that is designed to ensure success. Staff never miss the opportunity to recognize and celebrate these successes.

PROGRAM: Camp Kodiak programs for success! All sports and activities are taught in an organized, set-by-step fashion to ensure success. Cooperation rather that competition is emphasized. There are over 50 sports, crafts, cultural and educational activities so that every camper can find several activities at which they can excel.

Core Program: Many campers are hesitant to take on new challenges. In order to ensure that they get the most out of their camp experience Kodiak has developed a core program of 14 activities to which all cabin groups are scheduled. They include an instructional swimming program, water-skiing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, team sports, tennis, archery, arts & crafts, drama, team-building initiatives, high ropes and rock climbing. Campers are encouraged to participate in these activities with their cabin group.

Electives: There are several times each day when campers are able to choose their own activities and pursue personal interests independent of their cabin-mates. The choices include instruction in activities of their choosing and activities that are strictly recreational.

Academics: Monday to Friday, right after breakfast, everyone in camp has an hour of academic instruction.

There are two components to the academic program, Option 1 and Option 2. Campers in Option 1 receive academic tutoring. Campers in Option 2 receive instruction in an educational activity such as music, drama, dance, pottery, photography, chess, STEM activities, first aid, nature studies, etc.

STAFF: An important reason for the success of our program is our staff. Approximately one half of our counselors are trained, certified professionals from the fields of education, psychology, social work and recreation. Every cabin has at least three counselors and at least one of them is a trained professional. The remaining staff are university students, most of whom are working towards a career in one of the helping professions. The camper-to-staff ratio is 2-to-1. All of our staff undergo a rigorous training period before the campers arrive and all new counselors go through a police background check.

MEDICAL CARE: We have a doctor and three nurses on staff. They live on-site, administer all medication and are available 24 hours a day in case of emergency. The hospital in Parry Sound is 20 minutes away.

TRANSPORTATION: Transportation to camp is by highway coach from Toronto. Camp personnel are available to meet campers at Toronto International Airport and to ensure they get their flights home at the end of camp. There is no extra charge for this service.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Kodiak LITs range in age from 16 to 18. Besides the regular camp activities, they attend workshops on learning differences, team building, leadership skills and teaching methods. Then, under the supervision of our staff, they have the opportunity to assist counselors with some of our younger campers. They also help organize and implement some of our evening and theme day activities. LITs who are looking for more vocational experiences act as waiters & waitresses for our younger campers. They also help out with some of our office routines and help run our camp store ("tuck shop").

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
CAMP KODIAK HAS 2 SESSIONS
Session 1 (June 28 - July 25) 4 weeks $6175.00 + HST
Session 2 (July 26 - Aug. 15) 3 weeks $4990.00 + HST
Sessions 1&2 (June 28 - Aug. 15) 7 weeks $910,185.00 + HST

Fees include all activities, laundry service, tuck shop, and transportation from Toronto. We must add the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) to the fees regardless of whether or not the family is Canadian.

CAMP FACILITIES: 11 cabins, outdoor inground pool, dinning hall, recreational building, volley ball, soccer/baseball field, barn for our horse program and petting farm, 1 heated supper cabin, craft and canteen cabin, archery, initiative trail, 400 acres of hiking trails

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Adventure Camp, 5 levels of Riding Camps (Saddle-Up, Giddy-Up, Range Riders), 2 Equine Camps, Ranch Camps, Girls Wilderness and Boys Wilderness Camps, Teen Camp, Teen Wilderness, Archery Camp, Happy Kamp for 5-8 yr olds, Family Camp, Spring and Fall Retreats, F.L.O.W. retreat for girls grade 7-12 and M.O.I. retreat for boys grades 7-12. Winter Retreat for Grades 1-6. We also rent our facility to many groups, ex. churches, schools, Natural resource programs, girl guides, boys scouts, family reunions, weddings, and more.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LTP Camp will be held July 9-14. This is a camp that you will need to apply for to attend. We will only be taking 8 campers for this program. See website for details.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have a camper sponsorship program for families who may have trouble sending there child to camp. Additional paper work will be required to apply for this funding.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer a Family Camp the long weekend in September. This will be our 3rd year and it is growing quickly.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Winter Retreat for Grades 1-6. Year-round group rentals. Spring and Fall teen guys and gals retreats. Keep an eye on our website for other special retreats and events for 2017.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See web site for details on costs, camp dates, retreats and rental info

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for a lifeguard for the summer. Volunteer cooks that will give a week in the kitchen.

We also have cabin leader, house keeping, dinning hall, maintenance and barn staff.  Most of our staff are volunteer but we do have limited paid positions or you can raise your own support.  Staff applications can be found on our web site. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Can-Aqua has over 40 buildings on site. A private lake, full service dining hall, a large health and wellness centre, movie theatre, rec hall, Wood Working Studio, Arts and Creative Spaces, and 22 camper cabins.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Divided into cabins by age and gender, our traditional camp programs (2-weeks & 4-weeks) are the signature programs here at Can-Aqua. Each night, campers visit our famous program board to select their activities for the following day. At Can-Aqua we place special emphasis on individualized teaching, which allows each camper to move through programs at their own pace. Our awards system is intricate and ensures that growth and development is recognized and interlaced within the crazy fun.

In addition to activity selections, campers take part in a mix of programs divided by cabin, section, team, gender and the full camp on a daily basis. As the session progresses, campers will have the opportunity to take part in an overnight camping trip with their cabin mates. Towards the end of each session, our Can-Aqua Games become a highlight to the experience. Our mini games take place halfway through each month, followed by a larger games program at the end of July and August.

Campers who stay for 4-weeks not only benefit from additional instruction and program time but also have the opportunity to take part in an advanced Algonquin Outtrip, are eligible for advanced swim instruction (Bronze Med & Cross) and enjoy being part of the popular mid month “changeover program” with the directors.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Can-Aqua offers two leadership programs and focuses our structured leadership development on candidates ages 15-17.

Our Leadership programs focus on the development of key social and cooperative skills in young people. Beginning at fifteen years of age, the 4 week programs encourage candidates to take on responsibilities or role modeling as they are challenged to support the campers that look up to them.

Leaders in our community, candidates will work towards achieving certified levels in First Air, CPR and NLS. Both leadership programs involve an extended outtrip as well and provide your young leaders with ample opportunities to continue to learn and grow, while taking on more responsibilities to ensure our camp community remains exceptional.

For more info on each Leadership Stream, visit:
Our Camp Website Link: www.canaqua.ca

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available at Camp Can-Aqua through The Louis Gyori Foundation. This foundation was established in memory of our founder. Applications are available through request at info[AT]canaqua.ca

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp Can-Aqua operates 4 family camp weekends each year. For more information on Family Camp programs at Can-Aqua, visit the webpage at:
Our Camp Website Link: www.canaqua.ca

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Unique to Camp Can-Aqua, in addition to exceptional summer camp programs in Ontario...we are also a manufacturer of maple syrup.

OTHER CAMP INFO: In addition to regular camp programs, Camp Can-Aqua also has remarkable specialty camp programs.

Specialty Camps at Can-Aqua have been designed to offer kids who have specific passions, a specialized focus while still submerged in summer camp life.

These single week programs ensure a focus on individual activities that campers are keen to take part in. A typical day in any of our specialty camps involved a half-day devoted to the specific program, partnered with a half day of camper selected programs from our programming board. This structure makes sure that all campers enrolled in specialty programs are still actively engaged in the day to day camp programs available.

Specialty programs do vary from year to year but can include wakeboard and waterskiing, mountain biking, photography, amateur film production, and musical theatre.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For full dates and information pertaining to fees and programming check out the Rates and Dates page on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.canaqua.ca

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always interested in meeting exceptional people looking for inspiring work opportunities. Anyone interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to the attention of the director at: andrewmartin[AT]canaqua.ca.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our staff is composed MIT, Stanford and Columbia alumni. Our instructors are PhD students, software engineers at FAANG companies and Fulbright scholars. We have won awards for our research.

We are mentoring the next generation of computational thinkers, interdisciplinary researchers and changemakers. Our advanced theory and application based curriculum is student-led and covers all the hottest topics in research and industry. We provide the tools for students so that they can get accepted to their dream colleges and thrive in college and beyond.

We expect the same discipline, dedication and determination from our instructors, as we do from our students. Our A+ instruction not only prepares students to get accepted to their dream colleges, but also more importantly thrive in their dream colleges. The MehtA+ Tutoring teaching team has taught more than 300 students who have received 30+ scores on their ACT, perfect scores on SAT subject tests, learned some of the most in-demand skills in the job market and have been admitted to some of the top most universities in the countries such as MIT, Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, UPenn, Carnegie Mellon, University of Toronto, Johns Hopkins and UIUC.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Up to $2,000 for students whose family income is less than $100,000

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: At MehtA+, we ignite student passion for engineering. Our offerings are catered towards students from Kindergarten to College Freshman and involve a fusion of the humanities and the sciences. We believe the best way to learn something is to apply it and as such, all of our opportunities are application-based.

Our bootcamps give students an in-depth opportunity to learn concepts that are normally taught at the university level, while our workshops serve as a fantastic introduction to a new subject. In order to make engineering education more accessible, our digital kits are always free to everyone and allow students to create something awesome. Volunteerships are offered to former students who are looking to volunteer their time and apply what they have learned for social good, as they intern for one of our clients.

Our college preparatory services, which involve subject tutoring, standardized test preparation and college consulting, provide students the resources they need to be ready for college.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates of the camp: June 21 - July 30, 2021
Cost: $3,000 (scholarships of up to $2,000 will be provided to students who exhibit financial need)

CAMP FACILITIES: Located on 40 acres of land we have 10 cabins, a 4-unit motel, a large outdoor pool, outdoor sports court, beach volleyball court, large year-round gymnasium and dining hall, covered campfire, canoeing and paddleboats on the Pigeon River.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Mill Stream Bible Camp provides an environment where children and teens can grow spiritually, physically, mentally and socially in a safe and fun atmosphere. We are a Bible-based camp, teaching Christian faith in an outdoor environment. Our staff is trained and dedicated to helping your children and teens grow in all areas of their lives. Our camp is fully accredited by both the Ontario Camps Association and Christian Camping International. Please go to our web site to discover the various camps we offer and if your children are 8-13 years old, we also offer Day Camp for those wishing to come Monday to Friday during the day only. We also host Handi*Camp which is a specialized camp for children with special needs. Our team looks forward to meeting and serving your family this summer.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our LTP (Leadership Training Program) Camp is designed to help young teens discover their leadership skills and develop their leadership characteristics. Individuals will be provided with practical experience by working with campers and helping in several aspects of the camp operation.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Ten months of the year we have dates available for retreats of all ages, conferences and meetings throughout the week or on the weekend. Our rates are very affordable with winterized accommodations for 20 to 110 people and home-style cooked meals, a fireplace, large auditorium and a games room. We also have a large number of activities when in season.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to our web site to find available sessions, dates and pricing.

CAMP FACILITIES: All buildings are block or brick construction with washrooms/showers and common areas integrated into cabin areas. Out food service facilities are top of the line with full time staff and professional service. We have two full-sized soccer/football fields, three separate waterfront areas, basketball court, beach volleyball area, climbing wall, and outdoor adventure/nature areas.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer a traditional camping program based on the YMCA values-based camping system. We offer a wide range of activities for campers with varied interests. Our staff are all certified in Standard First Aid, CPR, and Lifesaving techniques.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a L.I.T. program for campers who turn 15 in 2014. This program is three weeks, includes leadership work-shopping and training, and a 7 day canoes trip.
We have a L.E.A.D. program for campers who turn 16 in 2014. This program is four weeks, includes leadership work-shopping and certification, other training, a hiking trip, and a canoe trip.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Guelph Y provides subsidy for all programs. A financial need application is required.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a Family Camp Weekend where families can come to camp and enjoy our regular programming as a family. This is a new program in 2014.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
In 2015 we have dates from July 5th to July 31st. Check us out online for full details. Our Camp Website Link: www.guelphy.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for top-quality staff for junior and senior positions. Check out our website for more details at Our Camp Website Link: www.nagiwa.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Qwanoes' facilities include the Sky Ridge Lodge, Pacific Woods Lodge, Club Coco, the Q-Town Activity Centre, seven cabin villages, the Tuck Shop, Beach Betty's, Ice Cream Island, Shave Ice Palace, Qwanoes Beach, the Above & Beyond Challenge Course, a concrete skatepark, RC Speedway track, mountain bike trails and terrain park, sport court, volleyball court, a guest house, and much more. Here is more information about the accommodation:

Cabins:
Campers will stay in cabent-style cabins nestled amongst tall trees in our seven villages, with each village made up of similar age groups. Modern washrooms, including hot water and showers, are centrally located in buildings and cabin village areas.

Sky Ridge Lodge:
The Sky Ridge Lodge is conveniently located and offers a breathtaking view of the ocean from the upstairs decks. Each of the comfortable rooms offers space for up to 6 people, with two centrally located common washrooms with showers. Since the dining room is in the same building, you won't have to travel far for meals!

Pacific Woods Lodge:
Come and experience our Pacific Woods Lodge! From the gorgeous wood beams in the entryway to the view of the forest or ocean from the window seat in your room, you'll feel relaxed and inspired while staying here. Each fir-trimmed room sleeps up to 8 people and has it's own bathroom including private shower and even double sinks! Only a short walk from the Sky Ridge Lodge where you'll enjoy your delicious meals, the Pacific Woods Lodge is tucked out of the way, but not too far away. Enjoy the peace and quiet of this west-coast escape!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Wild action and pure fun, sun-soaked days, friends, great food, and all in a spectacular ocean-front setting. What makes a week at Qwanoes so special? We love kids! And we're built from the ground up for kids to experience an unforgettable life-changing week. From over 75 activities to crazy games and great music to quality staff, we are committed to providing the best experience to our guests. Campers who arrive at camp just looking for fun will discover far more - like new-found friends, newly acquired skills, real love, a caring environment, and lasting memories. Step out of the everyday and soar into another world!

Our camper/counselor ratio averages 5 to 1 and most cabins have both a senior and junior counselor. The camper/staff ratio is a low 2 to 1. Staff are carefully screened using resumés, applications, references, interviews, and criminal record checks. Staff have appropriate certification and training for the areas to which they are assigned.

Camp Qwanoes, in addition to offering summer camps for ages 8 to 18, operates year-round. Other programs and opportunities include retreats for youth and adults, family programs, events, leadership training and development, and guest group rentals.

Qwanoes is a fully accredited member of the B.C. Camping Association, Christian Camping International Canada, and the Fellowship of Christian Camps in B.C.

Qwanoes was founded in 1966 and is celebrating 50 amazing years in 2016.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Life-changing leadership training programs for high school students, starting at age 15, and young adults. Learn all about living and sharing life like no other in Christ and how to help others discover that life. And what better setting to get this training than camp - summer's most exciting place! Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Step-Out Program - Ages 15-16
Seven sessions of our 2-week, entry-level leadership training program for ages 15-16 are offered throughout the summer. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Counselor-In-Training Program - Ages 16-18
Two sessions of our 4-week, CIT program are offered each summer. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Leader-In-Training Program - For CIT Program Grads
Two LIT options are offered each summer - one for at least 8 weeks and one for at least 4 weeks. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Kaléo Program - For High School Grads Ages 18-23
The Kaléo program is an 8-month foundational leadership college program of Camp Qwanoes and Briercrest College & Seminary. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Internship Program - For Young Adults
We are seeking 4 to 6 interns per year from early September until the end of the following summer. College course options are available. Please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Qwanoes Training Series - For Ages 16+
Training offered on weekends from March to June each year include: Challenge Course Instructor Training Workshops, "Arise" Youth Worship Conference, Counselor Training Seminar, Staff Leadership Orientation, Waterski/Wakeboard Instructor Training Workshop. Please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Qwanoes camp fees continue to be 10-20% lower than comparable camps in the Pacific Northwest and 20-30% lower than comparable camps in Canada. Please contact Betty Bayley (betty[AT]qwanoes.ca) for information about "camperships" if financial aid is needed.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Spring Family Retreat (May long weekend) & Summer Family Retreat (mid-June). Take a family vacation with a purpose. Qwanoes Style. The perfect blend of recreation and friendship, relaxation and discovery. Prepare yourself for the smiles. Togetherness. And countless memories. Young, old, single parent... all families are welcome! Highlights include quality programs for children and youth, an exciting variety of sports and activities, special family times and firesides, great food (and no clean up!), and complimentary evening babysitting.

Family Work Weekend (early June). This special weekend includes serving on Saturday as part of a work day to help prepare camp for an exciting summer season, special family firesides, a family fun event, a special Prayer Walk, and a Q-Town on Sunday morning.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Other year-round programs/events of Qwanoes include:
- Cowichan Valley Youth Night (Jan)
- Missions Fest Vancouver (Jan)
- Missions Trips (Feb)
- Qwanoes Visits (Jan to June)
- LiftOff (Feb)
- Experience Our Kaléo Program (Feb, Mar, Nov)
- Work Day (Apr)
- Retreats (Apr, May, June, Oct, Nov, Dec)
- Open House (June)
- Qwanoes Road Tour (Sept, Oct)
- Island Youth Workers Conference (Oct)
- Guest Group Rentals

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Qwanoes operates as a registered non-profit society with members being Vancouver Island and Greater Vancouver Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches that have joined the society. Qwanoes is a certified member of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more info about our summer programs, please visit our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

For more info about our retreats, please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Qwanoes has many summer positions including leadership positions to choose from in a variety of camp areas: Counseling, Activities (Waterfront, Challenge Course, Land), Program Support, Operations (Kitchen/Maintenance), Admin, and more!

Please visit our website for details about positions available: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca.

CAMP FACILITIES: Situated in the quiet neighbourhoods of Vaughan. In close proximity to local parks, tennis courts, cooling off splash pad, sports fields, shady areas, and a quiet neighbourhood that is great for outdoor activities. Serving families in York Region and Toronto.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: From sports, swimming and art to adventures and exploration, DiscoveryLand Camp is known for providing great value to children from community of GTA and Ontario overall when it comes to delivering an engaging overnight camp experience. 59 programs, a unique mix of leadership, sports, art, and weight management.

Our super-positive camp philosophy: Our Camp Website Link: discoverylandcamp.com

Our counselors are easy going, adventurous, super POSITIVE and love what they do. They bring continuity to the program, and are in touch with many of our campers during the year.

After the session every kid and teen will come back home more positive, independent, fit and excited.

Activities include: Tennis, Pickleball, Badminton, Ping Pong, Juggling, Soccer, Basketball, Dodge Ball, Frisbee, Racing, Fitness/Yoga, Olympic Games, Obstacle Courses, Costumed Carnival, Camp Cheers, Dances and Songs, Communication Skills Through Drama & Improv, So You Think You Can Dance, Cooling Off Splash Pad, Water Games, Leadership, Quests, Survival 101, Scavenger Hunts, STEM experiments, Outdoor Stem Activities, Brain Games and Outdoor Coding Games, Inventors Club, First Aid for Kids, Occupation for a Day, Craft

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Through Fun Camp
Our Camp Website Link: discoverylandcamp.com
The Leadership Through Fun Camp is based on the best results of the original Leadership-in-Action© Program that was developed and tested by DiscoveryLand Camp for 15 years. It’s focused on the development of two important skills – Leadership combined with Creativity – and results in a strong mix of summer fun and character-building!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates and rates info visit Our Camp Website Link: discoverylandcamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: At 200 feet, the Oliver Hazard Perry is the first ocean-going full-rigged ship to be built in the U.S. in over 100 years. It is the largest civilian sail training vessel in America. She has berths for 49 people overnight, and with 17 crew, a low camper to crew ratio creates a safe and fun environment. The ship is equipped with a steel hull, 3 masts, with square sails on all three masts, 20 sails totaling 14,000 square feet, and 7 miles of rope and wire. The engines run on a bio-diesel blend, and the ship is equipped with a modern galley (on-board kitchen), central air, an on-deck science lab, a library and wheel-chair accessibility above and below decks.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: With 17 professional crew and a capacity for 30-34 campers, our program promotes a dynamic and safe learning environment with a 2:1 ratio of campers to instructors. Campers will feel the thrill of steering a 500-ton ship, and learn to work the yards and sails while exploring the beautiful coasts of New England. They will learn safety at sea and perform important safety drills while acquiring skills in navigation, seamanship, sail handling, knots, and the language of the boat. Campers will explore the underwater world through snorkeling. They will understand wind, waves, tides and the ecology of sandy and rocky seashores. Sunsets, sunrises and the night sky will serve as the backdrop for this incredible experience, in addition to marine phosphorescence, dolphins and whales. Teamwork is an integral part of success onboard the boat, and in addition to learning about themselves, and achieving things they never imagined, they will make friendships to last a lifetime.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: In addition to witnessing the natural magic of the ocean and its inhabitants, each student crew will make friendships to last a lifetime. Campers will take responsibility for themselves and their fellow shipmates, learning to work as a team with others as they hoist and brace the yards on the ship's 130-foot tall rig and apply acquired navigational skills to guide the ship's course on a voyage of discovery.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: As a non-profit organization we are committed to making this amazing experience available to everyone. Because we are new, an endowment for scholarships is still being developed, however the first 10 sign ups will receive a 10% discount! Please contact us for group discounts. Scholarships will be made available in the near future.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Perry will sail year-round, offering experiences for high school and college age students, as well as adult sail-training and team building. The ship will spend the Summers in New England and the Winters in Florida, the Bahamas and the Caribbean.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Mission:

Sailing School Vessel Oliver Hazard Perry is Rhode Island’s official sailing education vessel and flagship non-profit maritime campus, offering experience-based, core learning opportunities to a diverse student population, including those with disabilities, aboard a magnificent 196-foot, three-masted, square-rigged tall ship.

We achieve our mission in collaboration with Rhode Island educational institutions and the marine industry with a sustainable plan that promotes our sea-faring heritage with programs that serve as symbols for our stewardship of the Ocean State’s maritime environment.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp price for six days/nights is $1,600 (10% discount early bird special for the first 10 campers to sign up!), which includes all meals and seamanship/sailing instruction.

Our tentative schedule can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.ohpri.org. Please e-mail info[AT]ohpri.org to sign up, or call the office at (401) 841-0080

CAMP FACILITIES: We are a day camp run out of WillowWood School, a private school in Toronto. Our facilities include a full-size gymnasium, outdoor basketball, and volleyball courts as well as indoor and outdoor ping pong tables. We have two large outdoor tents erected so students can take a break from the summer sun and enjoy some fun in the shade.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: WillowWood School has been in operation for over 40 years. Our staff are certified teachers with years of experience working with diverse learners.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Date: July 5th - July 30th.
Fees: $300/week for half-days and $570/week for full-days.

CAMP FACILITIES: For accommodations we have 16 Cabins 12 of which are winterized, separate riding camp location & accommodations, 8 cabins dedicated for staff housing or rental groups, and 1 retreat cabin with all amenities. RV hook-ups are also available.

As for activity facilities we have a swimming pool, sports field, volleyball court, indoor gym, outdoor basketball, outdoor skate park, climbing wall, archery range, horse trails & corral, mountain bike trails, craft cabin, separate canoe pond, Redberry lake.

In addition we have a dining hall (accommodates 130), separate kitchen located in the gym, an outdoor amphitheatre/chapel & Large fire-pit with bleacher seating.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Redberry Bible Camp has been operating children, young adult, retreat, & adult programming since 1943. We tailor programming to the age group.

Our programming has a three pronged approach. It is our goal to challenge our camper physically, mentally and spiritually. Therefore our programs have the intent to offer each of our campers situation where they can grow in new ways.

Outside of traditional camp programming we also offer a Leadership training program for High school students. This program engages older you in activities that allow personal growth in addition to giving supervised leadership experience.

Our programming does not stop with youth ages, our family camp programming also gives opportunities for growth to persons of all ages. In addition to simply staffing our programs, we engage our staff in their own programming to ensure that the camp experience is invaluable to our staff as well.

In the off season months we offer programming to rental groups as they need.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a Foundations Program where you are taught the ins-and-outs of working at camp in any area: cabin leading, kitchen staff, wranglers, maintenance, and more.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer camperships that can help fully or partially subsidize campers. Call the office for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Separate Family Camp week Programming

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Full Year Facilities, with separate winter programming and retreats. We also have the camp open to rental groups in all seasons other than July & August.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For up to date pricing please refer to our camp website.
• Summer programs visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.redberrybiblecamp.com
• Rental Groups visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.redberrybiblecamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities provide your child with everything they are looking for from state-of-the-art athletic facilities, a fully equipped waterfront and facilities to meet your child’s Arts interests such as music, dance, drama and arts & crafts. Cabins combine the perfect mix of a rustic and traditional camp atmosphere with the comfort of home with full bathrooms and showers in every cabin and all of our campers and staff eat together under one roof in the dining hall. Meals are served family-style and come in many tasty varieties. A wonderful and healthy menu and full range of options including a lush salad bar ensures that all campers can find something to their liking.

Our Medical-Health Centre is fully stocked with medical supplies throughout the summer to ensure that most camper ailments can be dealt with on-site. The camp has a licensed medical professional on-site throughout the summer and we are only 17 minutes from the nearest hospital in Shawville, Quebec, and less than an hour from the renowned Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), in the event that additional medical treatment is required.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp B'nai Brith of Ottawa's mission is to provide children, ages 7-16, with the opportunity to experience the outdoors, learn new skills and develop life-long friendships while enhancing Jewish values, traditions, affiliation and community. Since 1936, Camp B'nai Brith of Ottawa has excelled in the delivery of traditional camping programs, athletics as well as the arts, enabling children to expand their horizons in a fun, safe and nurturing environment without regard to their community affiliation, denomination or financial means.

Since its founding, Camp B'nai Brith of Ottawa has remained committed to ensuring that all Jewish children, no matter what their financial situation might be, have the opportunity to experience the joy and wonder of attending CBB of Ottawa.

Your child's happiness and well-being are our primary considerations at CBB of Ottawa. With that in mind, we provide a safe, nurturing environment where each child can participate, learn and achieve at his/her own pace. We believe that through recreational group activities children learn to work and play cooperatively. Under the supervision and care of our highly qualified staff, our campers not only develop a broad range of personal, athletic, artistic and other skills, but also are encouraged to take on tasks, which will enable them to become more responsible and self-confident.

At CBB of Ottawa our goal is to offer a summer "home away from home" where children can learn about and take pride in their Jewish culture, community and heritage including the unbreakable bond with the State of Israel. It is a place where children can grow both individually and as a group. It is a place where important socializing skills are developed and where lifelong friendships are formed. It is a place where connection to the Jewish community can become part of a child's life forever. We are confident that a summer experience at Camp B'nai Brith of Ottawa will leave your child with a positive feeling of himself/herself, others and the surrounding environment.

Key Information
• All staff are first-aid and CPR certified
• Preparatory and continuing education seminars for CIT's and all staff
• A medical-health center with full time medical supervision
• The camp is nut and peanut sensitive
• A Kosher kitchen under the supervision of the Ottawa Vaad Hakashrut
• Accommodation for food allergies and special dietary requirements
• A smoke free environment with zero tolerance for cigarettes, drugs or alcohol
• An opportunity for your child to share experiences with Israeli peers/staff
• Daily Lifesaving Society swim instruction including Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross levels.
• Welcoming committee made up of staff and campers
• Parent's visiting day
• CBB of Ottawa is the perfect size (not too big and not too small) resulting in your child knowing everyone by the end of the summer!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp B’nai Brith of Ottawa believes that all Jewish children should be given the opportunity to participate in the rewarding experience that Jewish residential summer camping can provide. If you require financial assistance to send your child to our camp, full and partial financial assistance is available. In order to be given the fullest consideration, applications must be submitted no later than April 1, 2014.

For further information please contact: Jonathan Pivnick (613) 244-9210.

In addition, we recognize that extending a camper's stay beyond the traditional starter or half session may pose a significant financial burden. In keeping with this mandate, if financial considerations are preventing you from choosing a longer stay for your child, full and partial assistance may be available for this as well.

All requests are kept strictly confidential.

Camp B’nai Brith of Ottawa believes that all Jewish children should be given the opportunity to participate in the rewarding experience that Jewish residential summer camping can provide.

If you require financial assistance to send your child to our camp, full and partial financial assistance is available. In order to be given the fullest consideration, applications must be submitted no later than April 1, 2014

For further information please contact: Jonathan Pivnick (613) 244-9210.

In addition, we recognize that extending a camper's stay beyond the traditional starter or half session may pose a significant financial burden. In keeping with this mandate, if financial considerations are preventing you from choosing a longer stay for your child, full and partial assistance may be available for this as well.

All requests are kept strictly confidential.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Summer 2014 Dates

Full Session:Sunday, June 29 to Sunday August 17
First Session:Sunday, June 29 to Wednesday, July 23
Second Session:Wednesday, July 23-Sunday, August 17
Visiting Day: Sunday, July 20

Starter Camp

In the First Session this is a two week camp for younger children (Junior or A units) who have never participated in an overnight camping experience. Campers in the B unit may only choose the Second Starter session. Eligible campers are able to choose another Starter Session in subsequent years but only in the Second Session.
After two weeks, if children wish to stay for the balance of the half, parents will be billed for the difference. Parents must pick up their children from camp at the end of the two week starter camp session.

Dates of Starter Camp
FIRST SESSION: Sunday, June 29 to Sunday, July 13
SECOND SESSION: Wednesday, July 23- Wednesday, August 6

Transition Camp

This is a five and half week camp for any campers (except CITs) who have never attended a full camp session but would like to experience more than just the first session. Campers in the Junior, A or B units may attend transition camp multiple times. Bus transportation will be provided for the children to Ottawa from camp at the end of the transition camp session.

Dates of Transition Camp

FIRST SESSION: Sunday, June 29-Wednesday, August 6

The Weekender

The perfect opportunity for 1st time campers, ages 6-9, to join us for a fun-filled weekend at camp and experience Jewish overnight camp for the first time. The fun starts when the bus leave Ottawa on Friday at 10AM. Parents must pick up their child from camp on Sunday. Arrive just before 1PM, have lunch with us, take a tour of the camp common areas and then head home.

Weekender Dates
DATES: Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 3

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Curious about what our daily camp schedule might be? Sun-up to sun-down there’s something fun planned for your child. Our daily activities include a wide range of athletic, waterfront as well as arts and cultural activities led by a committed group of specialists. Through our well-balanced and varied program (including an Olympic-sized swimming pool and one of the best-equipped waterski/sail/canoe programs), your child will acquire new skills and be given ample opportunity for self-expression. Under the careful guidance of counselors and specialty staff, campers enjoy the outdoors while building self-confidence and developing a sense of responsibility by doing things for others as well as for themselves. Our caring, mature and personable staff is committed to providing campers with a positive and memorable Jewish summer camp experience. We offer a fully kosher kitchen under the supervision of the Vaad Hakashrut.

And of course mixed into our array of scheduled activities is a whole bunch of “unscheduled” silliness and fun.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information on sessions, dates and fees please refer to our website, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.cbbottawa.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camp sits on 120 acres of treed and grassy property on the shore of Katepwa Lake. We have 10 cabins which sleep between 11 and 13 campers. Our lodge has a full commercial kitchen and dining room. Our lodge also features rooms with queen and bunk beds. There are two chapels on the property, one is winterized and our summer chapel also serves as a recreation centre. A beach volleyball court and outdoor basketball court as well as a grassy field for ultimate frisbee and other outdoor games.

We have an amptheatre with stage and fire pit as well as a climbing wall, zipline, 2 full sized paintball courses and a water challenge course. We have 2 professional wakeboarding boats, canoes and kayaks and an unreal beach area at our waterfront. There is a RV park and tenting areas, lots of trails to hike and several campfire spots. A very beautiful and relaxing place with lots of space to explore and grow.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps runs from Sunday afternoon to Friday morning each week of the summer. We host age specific coed camps for ages 6-18 years as well as an extreme camp and family camp. We have been doing this since 1949 in this location and each summer many children, youth, staff and volunteers return to be involved in the opportunities here. We are a Christian camp and therefore teach and model positive attitudes and values. Campers are placed in cabins with a minimum of two cabin leaders which reside day and night in the cabin with the campers.

We offer a wide range of activities which include: wake boarding, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, mountain boarding, wall climbing, zipline, paintball, field games, basketball, hip-hop dance, crafts, geo-caching, photography, survival skills, archery, hiking, and many more skills which are for the purpose of learning and having fun. Campfires are held each evening weather permitting. Our staff are full of energy and care deeply for the growth and well being of every camper. We hold a chapel service each day as well as other activities to stimulate the spiritual, emotional, mental and physical growth of each camper.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our camp operates on a Model, Ministry and Mentoring philosophy. All campers and staff fit into this method. We offer a 2 year Lit program which operates on campus as well as offers ministry and learning opportunities off of the campus. This is a discipleship, relationship and camp operation program. There are 2 terms for LIT's to take part in where each term is 3 weeks long and combine both 1st and 2nd year LIT's. The LIT program often leads into employment at camp.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have full and partial sponsorships available. Sponsorships are available only by contacting the director prior to camp for approval and are presented on an individual need basis.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp dates are June 26-28 and include a full range of activities for all ages of children, youth and family. Our program staff is on hand to operate boats, zipline, climbing wall. We have children's and youth activities and sessions. A relaxing time with opportunities for worship, fellowship and fun.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our camp operates year round with a full slate of camps throughout the summer, winter camps usually in February and rentals to school groups, churches and others in the fall, winter and spring. Our programming staff are available to operate skills during the off season.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please check our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.katepwalakecamp.com for individual dates. prices and registration information. You may also call the camp at 306.332.4727

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please visit our website for year-round job openings: Our Camp Website Link: www.goabbeyroad.com