Top About boot camps for 2023/2024

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.

    FEATURED
    • 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
    St. Jude’s Academy Our Family of Schools Camps2303-182023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01,287,5,37,10,9,79,2,24,268,188,0,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
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    • 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
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    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
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    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
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    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
    Block 8 Academy505-122022-07-012022-08-01,274,5,288,289,59,291,337,295,9,360,188,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.

    FEATURED
    • 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
    Wildflower Community Farm2505-182023-07-012023-08-01,24,2,30,3,188,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
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    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
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    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
    Sports Camps Canada2354-172023-01-01,12,3,347,327,54,58,188,0,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
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    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
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    FEATURED
    • 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
    WillowWood School Camp and Summer School3006-172022-07-01,196,2,32,195,342,20,278,79,129,97,270,316,50,315,314,268,271,19,320,1,153,276,181,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
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    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
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    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
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    FEATURED
    • 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
    InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario4605-172021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-01,48,6,81,150,5,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,360,24,2,8,3,11,347,12,327,223,54,63,164,21,324,184,346,36,141,251,28,29,221,74,60,260,15,322,16,201,25,31,56,41,188,0,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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    • 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
    Ross Creek Centre for the Arts3455-182023-07-012023-08-01,81,6,165,5,22,71,150,37,274,288,265,59,361,10,9,363,173,123,69,174,360,364,177,178,281,2,24,182,50,314,19,223,3,347,54,251,197,345,179,68,67,196,32,88,91,33,275,130,160,144,7,137,268,264,292,297,355,333,282,289,291,337,270,154,257,259,258,287,339,153,1,319,276,28,342,358,38,295,285,335,97,138,175,147,176,286,172,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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
    Easter Seal Summer Camp16-492023-07-012023-08-01,48,6,16,3,322,56,252,188,0,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
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    • 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
    Devenish Educational Consulting3409-192023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-01,196,2,32,195,366,91,271,188,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
    Cedar Ridge Camp13256-162024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01,48,6,41,81,154,5,22,165,138,37,175,147,176,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,134,33,2,91,321,1,226,8,3,224,11,347,12,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,251,28,29,30,222,221,74,139,260,16,322,25,31,49,56,44,161,360,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,
    • 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
    The YES (The Youth Excellence Society)12514-182023-07-012023-08-012023-09-01,366,2,91,33,275,24,97,260,3,16,322,56,63,347,324,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
    Bear Creek Outdoor Centre7856-172023-07-012023-08-01,48,6,41,81,256,5,133,197,345,10,9,173,123,88,2,91,33,24,226,1,153,276,8,3,224,11,347,16,322,261,21,25,223,27,28,31,36,346,221,54,74,56,139,63,44,298,170,188,0,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
    Camp Oconto14604-162024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01,226,1,8,3,11,347,12,15,322,16,25,28,30,31,49,54,56,58,63,74,201,221,224,10,5,9,59,288,123,150,37,165,22,173,174,175,176,41,6,48,81,188,0,overnightcamp,allgirls,
    • 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
    Sylvan Learning Oakville305-182023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-01,129,2,79,358,32,programclass,coed,
    • 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
    Gee-Gees Sports Camps2406-172023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01,251,3,56,322,33,2,91,259,5,22,258,165,188,347,91,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
    Laurus Summer Camp2003-152022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01,256,5,133,259,22,258,165,197,345,339,37,285,150,70,288,59,10,9,173,123,67,177,68,135,2,79,33,91,129,24,144,50,267,317,7,268,153,1,319,276,12,3,347,29,54,74,161,88,226,35,357,337,265,291,69,196,32,275,145,263,296,297,333,303,159,195,344,342,362,358,366,97,270,327,323,58,63,251,28,360,188,0,66,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
    Radiant Girls1797-162021-04-012021-05-012021-06-012021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01,48,6,41,256,5,133,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,366,2,91,33,145,24,97,19,320,1,153,319,329,276,87,28,3,30,16,322,161,225,81,295,355,333,360,338,88,314,268,8,370,328,255,56,253,275,358,71,289,337,342,135,278,281,269,174,252,188,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
    Steamoji2495-182022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-01,10,5,9,295,355,360,364,177,300,302,178,299,349,303,350,266,334,180,354,353,331,352,332,304,305,343,67,159,68,351,301,179,365,196,2,32,160,281,129,182,50,130,137,314,268,188,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
    Campfire Circle01-182023-07-012023-08-01,256,5,282,263,345,175,37,285,70,288,265,10,9,41,6,81,133,154,22,257,259,258,165,147,38,287,176,274,289,59,291,335,336,292,337,363,297,173,355,123,333,174,134,300,177,24,2,276,1,8,3,12,347,28,221,16,322,25,31,56,64,188,0,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
    SportLife1655-152022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-01,11,3,347,12,251,29,51,151,54,56,322,58,63,74,66,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
    Sparrow Lake Camp8906-162023-07-012023-08-01,48,6,298,41,81,138,5,37,265,288,59,292,10,9,296,173,355,333,88,2,91,366,33,275,24,321,1,226,153,8,3,11,347,12,323,223,54,28,221,16,322,25,31,49,56,327,63,188,0,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
    Medeba Summer Camp4056-162024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01,48,6,81,10,5,9,8,3,12,347,223,54,63,324,28,221,16,322,31,56,225,170,174,134,11,36,346,222,60,260,21,298,41,24,2,188,0,252,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
    Academic Camp Canada26013-172024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01,48,6,170,81,133,5,59,288,337,10,9,363,173,355,123,69,302,177,178,331,180,332,67,159,68,179,196,2,32,344,342,362,135,278,79,33,91,129,24,97,270,130,50,316,144,315,314,19,153,1,319,224,3,12,347,26,54,58,63,251,28,125,222,260,16,322,31,161,225,181,overnightcamp,coed,
    • 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
    uOttawa Engineering Outreach1255-182021-07-012021-08-012021-09-012021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-01,364,177,300,178,350,266,304,180,67,159,68,351,301,357,2,50,130,316,315,317,268,314,302,349,334,352,332,179,365,303,354,353,331,305,281,144,7,daycamp,virtualprogram,coed,allgirls,
    • 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
    University of Toronto, Department of Mathematics2406-182024-01-012024-02-012024-03-01,129,2,268,304,177,180,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
    Scouts Canada2305-262021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-012024-01-012024-02-012024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-012025-07-012025-08-012025-09-012025-10-012025-11-012025-12-012026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-012027-09-012027-10-012027-11-012027-12-012028-01-012028-02-012028-03-012028-04-012028-05-012028-06-012028-07-012028-08-012028-09-012028-10-012028-11-012028-12-012029-01-012029-02-012029-03-012029-04-012029-05-012029-06-012029-07-012029-08-012029-09-012029-10-012029-11-012029-12-012030-01-012030-02-012030-03-012030-04-012030-05-012030-06-012030-07-012030-08-012030-09-012030-10-012030-11-012030-12-012031-01-012031-02-012031-03-012031-04-012031-05-012031-06-012031-07-012031-08-012031-09-012031-10-012031-11-012031-12-012032-01-012032-02-012032-03-012032-04-012032-05-012032-06-012032-07-012032-08-012032-09-012032-10-012032-11-012032-12-012033-01-012033-02-012033-03-012033-04-012033-05-012033-06-012033-07-012033-08-012033-09-012033-10-012033-11-012033-12-012034-01-012034-02-012034-03-012034-04-012034-05-012034-06-012034-07-012034-08-012034-09-012034-10-012034-11-012034-12-012035-01-012035-02-012035-03-012035-04-012035-05-012035-06-012035-07-012035-08-012035-09-012035-10-012035-11-012035-12-012036-01-012036-02-012036-03-012036-04-012036-05-012036-06-012036-07-012036-08-012036-09-012036-10-012036-11-012036-12-012037-01-012037-02-012037-03-012037-04-012037-05-012037-06-012037-07-012037-08-012037-09-012037-10-012037-11-012037-12-012038-01-012038-02-012038-03-012038-04-012038-05-012038-06-012038-07-012038-08-012038-09-012038-10-012038-11-012038-12-012039-01-012039-02-012039-03-012039-04-012039-05-012039-06-012039-07-012039-08-012039-09-012039-10-012039-11-012039-12-012040-01-012040-02-012040-03-012040-04-012040-05-012040-06-012040-07-012040-08-012040-09-012040-10-012040-11-012040-12-012041-01-012041-02-012041-03-012041-04-012041-05-012041-06-012041-07-012041-08-012041-09-012041-10-012041-11-012041-12-01,48,6,298,81,256,5,133,10,9,134,366,2,91,33,24,268,8,3,224,11,347,12,327,54,21,36,346,52,367,28,51,221,16,322,25,31,49,56,44,225,188,0,252,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
    YMCA Wanakita9407-162024-06-012024-07-012024-08-01,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,265,288,59,10,9,173,123,134,88,2,91,33,226,1,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,221,74,60,260,15,322,16,31,49,56,291,222,188,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
    Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons4255-182023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01,175,5,37,147,38,339,176,285,150,10,9,173,287,286,daycamp,programclass,coed,

    It should also be noted that we also list weight loss camps which can also called kids fitness boot camps.

    More about boot camps

    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.

    About boot camps

    Should you send your child to a boot camp?
    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.

    Disclaimer
    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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