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Find camps that specialize in helping troubled teens get back on track

"Boot camps" is a name broadly applied to a wide variety of programs that help troubled youth or teens. Typically, Canada has a low tolerance for these kinds of programs, especially the harsher elements of this industry. Schools and camps listed below answer what parents are looking for when they seek out boot camps. Consult each location listed here or anywhere on our site to find out the effectiveness of their programs and solutions. Read more

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Camps with therapeutic programming focused on helping troubled youth

These places help at-risk teens gain life skills and perspective through programming tailored to their needs. Camps here may have professionally-trained leaders and professionally-developed curriculum designed specifically to support them.

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		Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED St. Jude’s Academy Our Family of Schools Camps Mississauga; Orangeville Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp Our Family of School Camps offer an exciting array of fun, activity-based programs for campers of all ages. Camps provide opportunities for exploration, creativity and personal growth within a positive atmosphere. Read more... Ages 3 to 18 Coed from $230 View profile Visit website	St. Jude’s Academy Our Family of Schools Camps	230	3-18	2023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01	,287,5,37,10,9,79,2,24,268,188,0,daycamp,coed,
Neilson Park Creative Centre Markland Wood, Toronto Arts (multi) Day Camp, Program, PA Day Arts-focused camps, classes and workshops supporting a creative learning environment where children, teens and families are encouraged to explore and enrich their lives through the arts. Read more... Ages 5 to 14 Coed from $100 View profile Visit website	Neilson Park Creative Centre	100	5-14	2021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-01	,10,5,9,173,123,174,281,2,24,363,355,333,daycamp,programclass,paday,coed,
Kinark Outdoor Centre Minden Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program A central Ontario summer camp for families and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The KOC is located in Minden, Ontario. Situated on 600 hectares of land nestled in the forest along the shores of Grey Lake. Read more... Ages 1 to 21 Coed from $1 View profile Visit website	Kinark Outdoor Centre	1	1-21	2021-06-012021-07-012021-08-01	,81,6,341,5,345,256,133,197,175,37,147,265,288,59,292,293,10,9,173,123,69,266,177,159,342,2,160,129,130,50,267,317,7,314,268,360,357,188,0,virtualprogram,coed,
COOKSMART Mississauga Arts: Cooking Virtual Program Get the kids cooking and learning more life skills! Our program has both virtual and in-person options! The kids are loving cooking together to make tasty foods for their family. Read more... Ages 5 to 99 Coed from $15 View profile Visit website	COOKSMART	15	5-99	2020-10-012020-11-012020-12-012021-01-012021-02-012021-03-012021-04-012021-05-012021-06-012021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01	,256,5,133,129,2,24,153,1,319,virtualprogram,coed,
Serenity Renewal Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Program At Serenity Renewal for Families, our mission is to provide hope and support through counselling, educational workshops and programs for individuals and families affected directly or indirectly by addictions. Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed from $1 View profile Visit website	Serenity Renewal	1	5-17	2023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01	,10,5,9,24,2,320,1,153,366,91,196,32,188,daycamp,programclass,coed,
Block 8 Academy Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp Camps, classes and preschool that are Active, Creative, and a Mix of Indoor and Outdoor! From lake days to art/drama classes, abacus math to music - we have a balanced curriculum that keeps the kids engaged. Read more... Ages 5 to 12 Coed from $50 View profile Visit website	Block 8 Academy	50	5-12	2022-07-012022-08-01	,274,5,288,289,59,291,337,295,9,360,188,daycamp,coed,

Camps and programs that welcome troubled youth

These camps and programs may have a general population of teens, while also offering an environment where kids with struggles can find some support.

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		Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED Wildflower Community Farm Calgary Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp Learn, grow, and play in nature and with animals on our farm near Calgary, Cochrane, and Airdrie. We offer outdoor learning programs and horseback riding programs and camps for all ages. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $250 View profile Visit website	Wildflower Community Farm	250	5-18	2023-07-012023-08-01	,24,2,30,3,188,daycamp,coed,
FEATURED Kandalore Leslieville, Toronto; Minden Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For over 75 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $3,595 View profile Visit website	Kandalore	3595	6-16	2024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,81,52,3,346,367,29,221,298,170,41,256,5,133,175,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,174,134,196,2,32,195,20,79,88,91,33,24,137,321,1,226,153,8,11,347,12,327,323,223,194,54,63,21,324,36,27,28,222,74,139,60,260,16,322,201,25,31,49,56,64,161,197,345,69,97,276,251,44,17,263,368,293,164,188,346,91,overnightcamp,coed,
FEATURED InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region; Western Lanark County Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for youth 6-16. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding, water activities and climbing. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $660 View profile Visit website	InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake	660	6-16	2023-07-012023-08-01	,48,6,298,81,197,5,345,274,288,59,10,9,173,123,174,33,2,91,226,1,16,3,322,25,31,56,64,8,12,347,327,323,223,28,29,30,36,346,221,141,54,74,63,161,363,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
FEATURED Sports Camps Canada Bayview Village, Toronto; North Toronto, Toronto; Calgary; Vancouver Sport (multi) Day Camp Our coed summer sports camps are geared toward kids ages 4-18 of all abilities and skill levels. From beginner to elite, there is a camp option for everyone. Improve Your Skills & Have SERIOUS FUN at Sports Camps Canada! Read more... Ages 4 to 17 Coed from $235 View profile Visit website	Sports Camps Canada	235	4-17	2023-01-01	,12,3,347,327,54,58,188,0,daycamp,coed,
FEATURED Outward Bound Canada Governor's Bridge, Toronto; Algonquin Park; Kananaskis; Vancouver; Vancouver Island Adventure (multi) Day Camp, Overnight Camp Outward Bound Canada provides challenging adventures in the outdoors across the country that develop self-respect, awareness of others, interpersonal skills, and a sense of accomplishment. Read more... Ages 9 to 19 Coed, Girls, Boys from $1 View profile Visit website	Outward Bound Canada	1	9-19	2023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,170,81,69,5,9,20,2,366,91,33,275,24,19,226,1,153,28,3,221,16,322,56,298,133,41,31,145,88,277,276,252,daycamp,overnightcamp,coed,allgirls,allboys,
FEATURED Code-it Hacks Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto Computer (multi) Day Camp Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 10 Blend of 5 flavors in our Kids Coding & Robotics Camp in Toronto! Learn to Code, Learn to build: Robotics & Circuits, Outdoor play:Logic Games & a field trip to a tech company! Never a dull moment in our camps & programs Read more... Ages 4 to 17 Coed from $450 View profile Visit website	Code-it Hacks	450	4-17	2023-07-012023-08-01	,334,177,180,353,304,159,196,2,32,281,130,50,314,268,67,33,91,160,97,317,293,5,345,197,70,288,178,68,351,129,303,179,135,182,349,354,301,332,343,366,299,350,300,302,352,305,275,365,18,daycamp,coed,
FEATURED WillowWood School Camp and Summer School Don Mills, Toronto Education (multi) Program WillowWood offers 3 different summer programs: camps for Grades 1-6, skills programs for Gr. 7-9 and high school credits for students in Grades 9-12. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $300 View profile Visit website	WillowWood School Camp and Summer School	300	6-17	2022-07-01	,196,2,32,195,342,20,278,79,129,97,270,316,50,315,314,268,271,19,320,1,153,276,181,programclass,coed,
FEATURED Onondaga Camp Minden Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 10 For more than 100 years Onondaga Camp has provided an inclusive environment where young people can play, explore, achieve and grow. Offering over 30 different activities, there is something for everyone! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $2,000 View profile Visit website	Onondaga Camp	2000	6-16	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,41,81,154,5,22,257,259,258,165,265,288,59,10,9,363,173,123,333,174,134,321,1,226,276,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,26,151,54,58,324,36,346,141,29,30,15,322,16,31,49,56,326,64,161,225,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
FEATURED YMCA of Oakville Oakville Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Program YMCA of Oakville Child and Youth Programs and Summer Day Camps are offered at several locations across the community with activities including swimming, day trips and more. Learn more! Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed from $198 View profile Visit website	YMCA of Oakville	198	5-17	2023-07-012023-08-01	,226,1,24,2,36,3,346,74,56,322,30,88,91,366,33,28,26,347,10,5,9,160,8,224,11,12,327,323,54,63,321,276,29,188,322,91,347,9,daycamp,programclass,coed,
FEATURED YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps Leamington; London; Port Severn Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario offers two amazing overnight camps for campers aged 5-16 - YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth (CQE) in Georgian Bay Islands National Park and YMCA Camp Henry in Point Pelee National Park. Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed from $600 View profile Visit website	YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps	600	5-16	2023-07-012023-08-01	,41,6,81,175,5,37,59,288,10,9,24,2,8,3,223,347,28,15,322,16,31,49,56,357,50,12,63,21,366,91,33,20,88,275,26,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
FEATURED InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario is a Christian Summer Camp and Outdoor Education & Retreat Centre located in Ontario, offering programs for children, youth, and students. Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $460 View profile Visit website	InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario	460	5-17	2021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-01	,48,6,81,150,5,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,360,24,2,8,3,11,347,12,327,223,54,63,164,21,324,184,346,36,141,251,28,29,221,74,60,260,15,322,16,201,25,31,56,41,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,allgirls,allboys,
FEATURED Empower Learning Centre Mississauga Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Program Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 10 Join our summer camps at Empower Learning Centre! Engage in fun activities, develop new skills, and make lasting memories. Limited spots available. Register now! Read more... Ages 2 to 18 Coed from $110 View profile Visit website	Empower Learning Centre	110	2-18	2023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-01	,196,2,32,195,366,91,33,275,145,160,130,50,337,5,10,9,173,355,123,333,281,24,270,357,356,296,363,297,174,81,6,349,177,342,362,97,19,292,182,316,319,1,315,133,278,144,314,268,135,59,288,79,129,267,317,7,271,320,153,161,3,188,50,91,345,daycamp,programclass,coed,
YMCA of Eastern Ontario Brockville; Kingston; Prescott and Russell Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Program We offer a full range of youth rec programs such as basketball, cycling, karate, swimming & school-break & summer day camps. These are offered in safe environments to help children develop self-esteem & confidence. Read more... Ages 1 to 18 Coed from $1 View profile Visit website	YMCA of Eastern Ontario	1	1-18	2022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-01	,10,5,9,296,297,173,355,123,333,12,3,347,54,63,370,328,224,258,22,165,56,322,276,1,188,9,347,daycamp,programclass,coed,
Camp Tamarack Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Muskoka summer camp that welcomes campers of all ages, and staff from around the world. Experience our incredible variety of activities including skiing, wakeboarding, tennis, ropes, climbing and more! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $1,000 View profile Visit website	Camp Tamarack	1000	6-16	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,298,41,81,256,5,133,258,22,287,37,265,288,59,10,9,363,173,123,69,174,360,321,1,226,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,26,54,58,63,36,346,251,35,221,60,15,322,16,25,31,49,56,64,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
Silver Lake Mennonite Camp Kitchener; Sauble Beach Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp Find your next adventure here. Now offering Adventures Day Camps in 4 locations across Ontario plus Overnight and Day Camp in Sauble Beach. Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed from $220 View profile Visit website	Silver Lake Mennonite Camp	220	5-16	2023-07-012023-08-01	,48,6,298,10,5,9,88,2,91,33,275,24,321,1,12,3,347,323,223,54,63,221,16,322,56,81,28,337,188,0,daycamp,coed,
Ross Creek Centre for the Arts Canning Arts (multi) Day Camp, Overnight Camp SummerArts combines the best of camp with the best of the arts! We offer great food, a full rec schedule, campfire, and a core of incredible arts programming, all set on a beautiful campus overlooking the Bay of Fundy. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $345 View profile Visit website	Ross Creek Centre for the Arts	345	5-18	2023-07-012023-08-01	,81,6,165,5,22,71,150,37,274,288,265,59,361,10,9,363,173,123,69,174,360,364,177,178,281,2,24,182,50,314,19,223,3,347,54,251,197,345,179,68,67,196,32,88,91,33,275,130,160,144,7,137,268,264,292,297,355,333,282,289,291,337,270,154,257,259,258,287,339,153,1,319,276,28,342,358,38,295,285,335,97,138,175,147,176,286,172,daycamp,overnightcamp,coed,
Camp Kennebec Sharbot Lake Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp An amazing summer camp experience for campers with special needs. All the fun of camp, with supportive and experienced staff to give your camper the summer of their life! The focus is on fun first! Read more... Ages 6 to 35 Coed from $1,800 View profile Visit website	Camp Kennebec	1800	6-35	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,298,41,81,133,5,10,9,355,123,134,33,2,91,160,24,8,3,11,347,12,261,327,323,54,58,63,21,324,251,28,29,30,222,60,16,322,25,31,56,64,161,225,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
Toronto STEM School Davisville Village, Toronto Education: Math Day Camp A STEM Summer Camp at the heart of midtown Toronto. Easy subway access and pick-up/drop-off options. Children and youth will have an unforgettable experience with us and will find a newly developed passion for STEM. Read more... Ages 13 to 19 Coed from $500 View profile Visit website	Toronto STEM School	500	13-19	2023-07-01	,349,177,303,196,2,32,280,33,91,129,357,50,130,316,268,271,224,3,54,347,daycamp,coed,
Camp Wabikon Temagami Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp An experience kids love. A family parents trust. Wabikon is sleepover camp for boys and girls ages 6-17. Campers from around the world feel like part of the family and enjoy activities on a challenge-by-choice basis. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $1,250 View profile Visit website	Camp Wabikon	1250	6-17	2023-07-012023-08-01	,41,6,81,154,5,22,259,258,165,70,288,175,37,176,150,59,10,9,173,123,88,2,91,33,24,226,1,276,8,3,224,11,347,12,15,322,16,25,223,31,151,36,346,222,49,54,74,56,58,260,63,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
Forest Hill Taekwondo Forest Hill, Toronto Sport: Martial Arts Day Camp, Program Forest Hill Taekwondo offers traditional summer camp sessions and year round Taekwondo programming for students (as young as 2.5 to adults) to help build & foster their physical, mental & emotional well-being. Read more... Ages 3 to 18 Coed from $450 View profile Visit website	Forest Hill Taekwondo	450	3-18	2022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01	,10,5,9,173,123,333,366,2,91,33,357,50,316,153,1,276,327,3,347,54,35,255,daycamp,programclass,coed,
Bayview Glen Camp Don Mills, Toronto; York Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp Located centrally in Toronto, this summer camp boasts ample outdoor greenspace, a full size turf sports field, and air conditioned buildings. They offer specialized sports, arts, and coding/robotics camps. Read more... Ages 4 to 14 Coed from $699 View profile Visit website	Bayview Glen Camp	699	4-14	2024-07-012024-08-01	,256,5,133,154,22,257,259,258,165,70,288,265,289,59,10,9,296,363,297,173,123,333,343,177,67,135,2,24,357,50,356,182,130,316,267,317,7,314,268,8,3,12,347,327,323,223,54,15,322,16,201,25,56,64,150,37,196,32,160,129,19,320,1,153,319,11,58,21,251,27,74,161,81,6,69,174,134,159,88,91,33,26,151,194,63,36,346,141,28,29,30,254,35,222,221,60,260,49,31,188,0,347,322,288,daycamp,coed,
Rockstar Music Annex, Toronto; Vaughan Arts: Music (multi) Program Summer band camp, community music programs & private in-home/online lessons. Learn to make music while building confidence, creativity and leadership skills. Book a free trial with a Rockstar instructor today! Read more... Ages 1 to 100 Coed from $30 View profile Visit website	Rockstar Music	30	1-100	2022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-01	,176,5,37,287,285,150,programclass,coed,
Easter Seal Summer Camp Kelowna; Shawnigan Lake; Squamish Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Easter Seals camps are for children and adults (6-49) with physical and cognitive disabilities. With fully accessible facilities and specially trained staff, our programs can accommodate campers with all abilities. Read more... Ages 6 to 49 Coed from $1 View profile Visit website	Easter Seal Summer Camp	1	6-49	2023-07-012023-08-01	,48,6,16,3,322,56,252,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
The Pine Project Bloor West Village, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Haliburton Adventure (multi) Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Program Ontario's leading nature connection organization, offering year-round outdoor education programs for children and youth. Time in nature makes kids happier and healthier. Join us to learn, play and grow in nature! Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Coed from $1,020 View profile Visit website	The Pine Project	1020	7-16	2022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,81,6,10,5,9,134,33,2,91,24,7,50,153,1,276,28,3,170,41,133,88,366,8,16,322,25,56,daycamp,overnightcamp,programclass,coed,
Devenish Educational Consulting Oakville Traditional (multi activity) Program Leading educational counseling and coaching for students. We offer personalized executive functions coaching, career exploration, post-secondary preparation and application, and strategies for success in school and life. Read more... Ages 9 to 19 Coed from $340 View profile Visit website	Devenish Educational Consulting	340	9-19	2023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-01	,196,2,32,195,366,91,271,188,programclass,coed,
Cedar Ridge Camp Bancroft Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Cedar Ridge Camp is a place where campers have the opportunity to get outside, develop friendships, and build confidence. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $1,325 View profile Visit website	Cedar Ridge Camp	1325	6-16	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,41,81,154,5,22,165,138,37,175,147,176,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,134,33,2,91,321,1,226,8,3,224,11,347,12,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,251,28,29,30,222,221,74,139,260,16,322,25,31,49,56,44,161,360,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
The YES (The Youth Excellence Society) Duncan; Victoria Education: Leadership (multi) Overnight Camp Overnight leadership camps at beautiful Cowichan Lake! Expand your co-operative leadership and team building skills while connecting with youth from around the province. Experience a summer camp like no other. Read more... Ages 14 to 18 Coed from $125 View profile Visit website	The YES (The Youth Excellence Society)	125	14-18	2023-07-012023-08-012023-09-01	,366,2,91,33,275,24,97,260,3,16,322,56,63,347,324,overnightcamp,coed,
Bear Creek Outdoor Centre Ottawa; Renfrew Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp We are a small camp with a spectacular community of campers and staff. We focus on having a great time building interpersonal skills and connecting with each other in a fantastic natural setting. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $785 View profile Visit website	Bear Creek Outdoor Centre	785	6-17	2023-07-012023-08-01	,48,6,41,81,256,5,133,197,345,10,9,173,123,88,2,91,33,24,226,1,153,276,8,3,224,11,347,16,322,261,21,25,223,27,28,31,36,346,221,54,74,56,139,63,44,298,170,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
Camp Oconto Sharbot Lake Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Founded in 1924, Oconto is a traditional girls overnight camp located on the beautiful shores of Eagle Lake north of Kingston, Ontario. Over 20 activities are offered on 80 acres of land and 2km of shoreline. Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Girls from $1,460 View profile Visit website	Camp Oconto	1460	4-16	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,226,1,8,3,11,347,12,15,322,16,25,28,30,31,49,54,56,58,63,74,201,221,224,10,5,9,59,288,123,150,37,165,22,173,174,175,176,41,6,48,81,188,0,overnightcamp,allgirls,
Sylvan Learning Oakville Oakville Education (multi) Program At Sylvan Learning of Oakville, we offer tutoring and enrichment in JK-Gr. 12 math, reading, and writing, as well as homework support, SAT and additional test prep courses and more. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $30 View profile Visit website	Sylvan Learning Oakville	30	5-18	2023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-01	,129,2,79,358,32,programclass,coed,
Gee-Gees Sports Camps Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp The University of Ottawa Gee-Gees pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of bilingual sport camps to youth in the Ottawa and Gatineau area. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $240 View profile Visit website	Gee-Gees Sports Camps	240	6-17	2023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01	,251,3,56,322,33,2,91,259,5,22,258,165,188,347,91,daycamp,coed,
Laurus Summer Camp Throughout Ontario, Quebec (24) Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp Montreal, North & South Shore, and West Island's #1 Lifestyle Summer day camp! We blend education & specialty training in arts, sports and more! Weekly program for kids ages 3 - 15! Registration opens January 2nd 2023! Read more... Ages 3 to 15 Coed from $200 View profile Visit website	Laurus Summer Camp	200	3-15	2022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01	,256,5,133,259,22,258,165,197,345,339,37,285,150,70,288,59,10,9,173,123,67,177,68,135,2,79,33,91,129,24,144,50,267,317,7,268,153,1,319,276,12,3,347,29,54,74,161,88,226,35,357,337,265,291,69,196,32,275,145,263,296,297,333,303,159,195,344,342,362,358,366,97,270,327,323,58,63,251,28,360,188,0,66,daycamp,coed,
Radiant Girls Burlington; Midland Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Virtual Program All Girls Wellness & Leadership camp/programs led by professional coaches, chefs & teachers. Featuring Cooking, Adventure, Creative Arts, Horses, Spa and Self Care, Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Emotional Inteligence! Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Girls from $179 View profile Visit website	Radiant Girls	179	7-16	2021-04-012021-05-012021-06-012021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01	,48,6,41,256,5,133,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,366,2,91,33,145,24,97,19,320,1,153,319,329,276,87,28,3,30,16,322,161,225,81,295,355,333,360,338,88,314,268,8,370,328,255,56,253,275,358,71,289,337,342,135,278,281,269,174,252,188,overnightcamp,daycamp,virtualprogram,allgirls,
Steamoji Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Program A STEM / STEAM maker academy for kids. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $249 View profile Visit website	Steamoji	249	5-18	2022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-01	,10,5,9,295,355,360,364,177,300,302,178,299,349,303,350,266,334,180,354,353,331,352,332,304,305,343,67,159,68,351,301,179,365,196,2,32,160,281,129,182,50,130,137,314,268,188,daycamp,programclass,coed,
Campfire Circle Downtown West, Toronto; Parry Sound; Southern Niagara Region Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Overnight Camp Campfire Circle brings healing through happiness to kids and families affected by childhood cancer or serious illness through our in-hospital, community, and overnight camp programs, at no cost to families. Read more... Ages 1 to 18 Coed Cost Varies View profile Visit website	Campfire Circle	0	1-18	2023-07-012023-08-01	,256,5,282,263,345,175,37,285,70,288,265,10,9,41,6,81,133,154,22,257,259,258,165,147,38,287,176,274,289,59,291,335,336,292,337,363,297,173,355,123,333,174,134,300,177,24,2,276,1,8,3,12,347,28,221,16,322,25,31,56,64,188,0,daycamp,overnightcamp,coed,
SportLife Montreal Sport (multi) Day Camp A unique team sports camp, simulating the career of professional athletes! Sports include: ice hockey, flag/touch football, basketball, soccer, baseball, ball hockey and much more! Read more... Ages 5 to 15 Coed from $165 View profile Visit website	SportLife	165	5-15	2022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-01	,11,3,347,12,251,29,51,151,54,56,322,58,63,74,66,daycamp,coed,
Sparrow Lake Camp Orillia Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp Since 1912! Sparrow Lake Camp is a traditional Co-Ed Summer Camp where all are welcome, all are valued, and all belong. Overnight camps for kids 6-16, as well as our friends and family 'Holiday Camp' for all ages! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $890 View profile Visit website	Sparrow Lake Camp	890	6-16	2023-07-012023-08-01	,48,6,298,41,81,138,5,37,265,288,59,292,10,9,296,173,355,333,88,2,91,366,33,275,24,321,1,226,153,8,3,11,347,12,323,223,54,28,221,16,322,25,31,49,56,327,63,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
Medeba Summer Camp Haliburton Traditional (multi activity) Day Camp, Overnight Camp Medeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $405 View profile Visit website	Medeba Summer Camp	405	6-16	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,81,10,5,9,8,3,12,347,223,54,63,324,28,221,16,322,31,56,225,170,174,134,11,36,346,222,60,260,21,298,41,24,2,188,0,252,daycamp,overnightcamp,coed,
Academic Camp Canada International; Rothesay Education (multi) Overnight Camp Inspiring academic summer camps - choice of languages, maths, sciences, social studies & arts. You get to explore beautiful the New Brunswick or the cosmopolitan City of London in the UK. Be a Leader course is included Read more... Ages 13 to 17 Coed from $260 View profile Visit website	Academic Camp Canada	260	13-17	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,170,81,133,5,59,288,337,10,9,363,173,355,123,69,302,177,178,331,180,332,67,159,68,179,196,2,32,344,342,362,135,278,79,33,91,129,24,97,270,130,50,316,144,315,314,19,153,1,319,224,3,12,347,26,54,58,63,251,28,125,222,260,16,322,31,161,225,181,overnightcamp,coed,
uOttawa Engineering Outreach Ottawa Education: STEM Day Camp, Virtual Program uOttawa Engineering Outreach offers a wide range of programs in engineering, science, technology, and coding for both kids and teens. From summer camps to clubs and afterschool programs, as well as credited courses. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed, Girls from $125 View profile Visit website	uOttawa Engineering Outreach	125	5-18	2021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-01	,364,177,300,178,350,266,304,180,67,159,68,351,301,357,2,50,130,316,315,317,268,314,302,349,334,352,332,179,365,303,354,353,331,305,281,144,7,daycamp,virtualprogram,coed,allgirls,
University of Toronto, Department of Mathematics South Annex, Toronto Education: Math Virtual Program, Program The Mathematics Outreach Office at the University of Toronto encourages the love of learning mathematics through various programs, including enrichment programs, math contests and preparation courses, camps and more. Read more... Ages 6 to 18 Coed from $240 View profile Visit website	University of Toronto, Department of Mathematics	240	6-18	2024-01-012024-02-012024-03-01	,129,2,268,304,177,180,virtualprogram,programclass,coed,
Scouts Canada Throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario (8) Traditional (multi activity) Program Scouting isn't an activity or setting—it's a discovery. It helps youth prepare for the real world, by exploring the world. Alongside friends, Scouts cultivate skills that will guide them through every stage of life. Read more... Ages 5 to 26 Coed from $230 View profile Visit website	Scouts Canada	230	5-26	2021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-012025-07-012025-08-012025-09-012025-10-012025-11-012025-12-012026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-012027-09-012027-10-012027-11-012027-12-012028-01-012028-02-012028-03-012028-04-012028-05-012028-06-012028-07-012028-08-012028-09-012028-10-012028-11-012028-12-012029-01-012029-02-012029-03-012029-04-012029-05-012029-06-012029-07-012029-08-012029-09-012029-10-012029-11-012029-12-012030-01-012030-02-012030-03-012030-04-012030-05-012030-06-012030-07-012030-08-012030-09-012030-10-012030-11-012030-12-012031-01-012031-02-012031-03-012031-04-012031-05-012031-06-012031-07-012031-08-012031-09-012031-10-012031-11-012031-12-012032-01-012032-02-012032-03-012032-04-012032-05-012032-06-012032-07-012032-08-012032-09-012032-10-012032-11-012032-12-012033-01-012033-02-012033-03-012033-04-012033-05-012033-06-012033-07-012033-08-012033-09-012033-10-012033-11-012033-12-012034-01-012034-02-012034-03-012034-04-012034-05-012034-06-012034-07-012034-08-012034-09-012034-10-012034-11-012034-12-012035-01-012035-02-012035-03-012035-04-012035-05-012035-06-012035-07-012035-08-012035-09-012035-10-012035-11-012035-12-012036-01-012036-02-012036-03-012036-04-012036-05-012036-06-012036-07-012036-08-012036-09-012036-10-012036-11-012036-12-012037-01-012037-02-012037-03-012037-04-012037-05-012037-06-012037-07-012037-08-012037-09-012037-10-012037-11-012037-12-012038-01-012038-02-012038-03-012038-04-012038-05-012038-06-012038-07-012038-08-012038-09-012038-10-012038-11-012038-12-012039-01-012039-02-012039-03-012039-04-012039-05-012039-06-012039-07-012039-08-012039-09-012039-10-012039-11-012039-12-012040-01-012040-02-012040-03-012040-04-012040-05-012040-06-012040-07-012040-08-012040-09-012040-10-012040-11-012040-12-012041-01-012041-02-012041-03-012041-04-012041-05-012041-06-012041-07-012041-08-012041-09-012041-10-012041-11-012041-12-01	,48,6,298,81,256,5,133,10,9,134,366,2,91,33,24,268,8,3,224,11,347,12,327,54,21,36,346,52,367,28,51,221,16,322,25,31,49,56,44,225,188,0,252,programclass,coed,
YMCA Wanakita Haliburton Highlands Traditional (multi activity) Overnight Camp A co-ed camp offering Overnight Kids Camp, Day Camp and year-round Family Camps. We offer leadership development, a wide range of activities, tripping, a sense of belonging and fun. Come have the time of your life! Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Coed from $940 View profile Visit website	YMCA Wanakita	940	7-16	2024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,265,288,59,10,9,173,123,134,88,2,91,33,226,1,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,221,74,60,260,15,322,16,31,49,56,291,222,188,overnightcamp,coed,
Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto Arts: Music (multi) Day Camp, Program Toronto's premier camps run by University Professors, TDSB Teachers, and extraordinary Musicians! (PhD, DMA). Our Rock Band camp instructor performed for over 10 000 people when his band opened for KISS in Mexico City! Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $425 View profile Visit website	Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons	425	5-18	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01	,175,5,37,147,38,339,176,285,150,10,9,173,287,286,daycamp,programclass,coed,

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Boot camps are sought out by some parents as a quick fix to help children involved with drugs, promiscuity and any other self-destructive behaviour. But Gordon Hay of Venture Academy, a residential treatment facility and an expert on troubled teens, says boot camps are "on the way out." He notes that boot camps have traditionally focused on things like discipline and physical conditioning, much like army training camps on which they were modeled and named after.

While these camps can appear to help teens, the improvement often does not last long. The focuses of these camps are largely external, while what is truly required is treatment and rehabilitation focused on internal changes like self-esteem and coping mechanisms. The drills, ceremony and discipline of boot camps does not teach students real skills to move past delinquent behaviour, according to Hay and many other experts in the "troubled teen" industry.

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A traditional boot camp can have benefits to teens in that it can get them away from their negative environment, from access to harmful substances and force them to take perspective on negative behaviours. Boot camps can be a catalyst for change but they typically do not go deep enough in teaching children better behaviours.

Some youth do benefit from these programs, away from the pressures of a public school environment or the presence of drugs, etc. The schools listed below have developed sensitive treatment programs that focus on kids owning their behaviour, developing appropriate life skills and learning to avoid negative behaviour and situations.

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For the purpose of the discussion above, we focus on boot camps, being a term that many parents seek out when distressed by troubled adolescents. The term "boot camp" for troubled teens is used often as loose terminology for "wilderness treatment" for troubled teens or "military school" for troubled teens. While many of the programs and schools listed below deal with troubled youth, they may not wish to qualify themselves as "boot camps" per se.

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