Prepare for a summer filled with fun and adventure! Our activities will include indoor and outdoor sports, cooperative games, arts & crafts, theatre, dance parties, entertainers, and special guests! We will embark on two field trips each week, traveling by walking, public transit, and charter bus to explore the city and the great outdoors. Parents/Guardians will receive an email with the Parent Communication/Policy manual and forms before camp, detailing camp expectations and guidelines. Children must have completed kindergarten and be eligible for grade 1, or have just completed grade 7, to register for camp.
Summer Escape Day Camp generally include 1-2 fun and engaging outings each week for children of varying ages and interests, offering a blend of sensory-rich and imaginative experiences. Participants will explore bustling urban areas, learn about their environment, and take part in different activities that promote social connection, adventure, and physical activity.
Summer Escape Day Camp is held at Sunset Community Centre. The weekly schedule also includes going to Sunset Park, John Henderson Elementary School Playground, and more. The sensory environment may include loud noises, bright lights, or crowded spaces. Staff prepare a daily visual schedule to help campers know what to expect for the day. Sensory resource kits may be available. The day camp space includes a low-sensory area, with staff working to provide quiet breaks in low-stimulation zones.
Program staff are typically secondary and post-secondary students with diverse interests and levels of experience, and generally between 16 and 30 years old. This program has a staff-to-participant ratio of 1:10, with additional support from youth volunteers.
Please reach out to us at the time of registration if your child needs more leader attention and support in order to participate in camp.
There will be no waitlists. Availability will be updated on an ongoing basis. Available spots are first-come, first-served (online, in-person, and by phone).