Best Canada Science Camps Summer 2024-25 Directory

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: Sailing: Two 30' Sable Island Pull Boats. Campers sail, sleep, cook & do everything aboard these small rustic open boats.

Wilderness: Locations are varied around Nova Scotia - always an element of remoteness.

Boathouse: Our student "home base" where trips begin & end at 174 Bluenose Drive in Lunenburg. Stairs-only access.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our Programs The Nova Scotia Sea School provides hands-on adventure experiences that are inspired by the ocean. Our sailing adventures, wooden boat-building courses, outdoor adventures, wilderness programs, and team-building programs build skills, confidence, environmental stewardship, teamwork and respect. No previous experience in sailing, carpentry or camping required!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Team-building programs build skills, confidence, environmental stewardship, teamwork and respect.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We believe every young person deserves the chance to take part in an experience that will enable them to succeed. The Sea School experience is life-changing for all youth, but particularly important in the lives of young people who cannot easily afford such opportunities. This is why it is so important that the Sea School program is accessible to youth from all backgrounds. The Sea School will try not to turn youth away for financial reasons; we are committed to making it possible for each individual to participate no matter what they can afford.

This takes time and a great deal of work, however. If you are a young person or a family in need of assistance please contact us early.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): DAY SAILS!
Great for team building or sightseeing! Sail out of historic Lunenburg Harbour. We offer a 3 or a 6 hour day sail for 6 up to 12 participants. Sessions are tailored for organization’s needs.

Program Cost:
Full Day $800.00
Half Day $450.00

For more information, please contact us at 902.423.7284 or email Erin at admin[AT]seaschool.org.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.seaschool.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Refer to our website for more information & dates:

7-day Coastal Sailing Expedition - ages 14-18
5-day Sea of Islands Adventure - ages 12-15
5-day Coastal Kayak Expedition - ages 14-18
8-day Girls' West Ironbound Camping - ages 13-17
March Break Winter Camping - ages 14-18

...and more!

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 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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