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Debate and public speaking camps

Debate camps and public speaking courses for kids

Is your child interested in debate and public speaking? Are they looking develop or hone their skills in these areas? In Canada, there are many debate and speech camps to choose from, including in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, and Victoria. Most of these camps offer training in both debate and public speaking. Some, though, focus exclusively (or primarily) on one or the other. When choosing one of the camps below, pick a camp that fits your child’s interest. Below, we list debate and public speaking camps across Canada. Find a camp near you. Read more

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Camps below offer some intensive education in the areas of public speaking and debating as a core aspect of their curriculum. In some cases, camps may offer special sessions with this focus. Consult each camp's listing to get more details.

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
featured Power of Words Academy Don Mills, Toronto; Markham Education (multi) Day camp, Program 2020/2021 Writing & Public Speaking School Year Program for kids in Grades 2 to 8. Select from in-person classes (at our North York Campus) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom. Read more... Ages 7 to 14 Coed from $200/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	200	7-14	0	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Markham, Ontario	Education (multi)Power of Words Academy2020/2021 Writing & Public Speaking School Year Program for kids in Grades 2 to 8. Select from in-person classes (at our North York Campus) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Markham, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured UCC Summer Camps Forest Hill, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp A traditional day camp in the heart of Toronto offering Kids, Sports, Arts, Tech and Leadership programs for children aged 4-16. Lunch and Extended Care provided at no additional cost. Flexible weekly programming. Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Coed from $425/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	425	4-16	1	Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) UCC Summer CampsA traditional day camp in the heart of Toronto offering Kids, Sports, Arts, Tech and Leadership programs for children aged 4-16. Lunch and Extended Care provided at no additional cost. Flexible weekly programming. Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
featured Sylvan Learning Thornhill Thornhill; Markham Education: Academic/Tutoring Day camp, Program Sylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing. Read more... Ages 3 to 18 Coed from $149/month View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	149	3-18	2	Thornhill, Ontario, Markham, Ontario	Education: Academic/TutoringSylvan Learning ThornhillSylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing. Thornhill, Ontario, Markham, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured Sylvan Learning of Mississauga Centre Mississauga Education (multi) Day camp, Program We offer low monthly rate programs in Readng, Writing, Math, Homework, Science Study Skills and Advanced Reading Strategies. Our STEM related programs and camps receive great popularity. Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $159/session View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	159	4-18	3	Mississauga, Ontario, Mississauga, ON	Education (multi)Sylvan Learning of Mississauga CentreWe offer low monthly rate programs in Readng, Writing, Math, Homework, Science Study Skills and Advanced Reading Strategies. Our STEM related programs and camps receive great popularity. Mississauga, Ontario, Mississauga, ON Day camp, Program Coed
featured Crescent Camps & Summer Programs North Toronto, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Our Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $60/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	60	6-17	4	North Toronto, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Crescent Camps & Summer ProgramsOur Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. North Toronto, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
Prestige School Summer Programme Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill Traditional (multi activity) Day camp A day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more. Read more... Ages 4 to 12 Coed from $75/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	75	4-12	5	Willowdale, Toronto, Ontario, Richmond Hill, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Prestige School Summer ProgrammeA day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more. Willowdale, Toronto, Ontario, Richmond Hill, Ontario Day camp Coed
COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Debate Camp Ontario (4); Quebec (1) Education: Public Speaking/Debate Day camp, Overnight camp For all students interested in public speaking, debating and model parliament. A well-rounded virtual program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Read more... Ages 10 to 16 Coed from $347/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp Coed	347	10-16	6	Ottawa, Bridle Path, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto, Montreal, Humber Valley Village, Toronto	Education: Public Speaking/DebateDebate CampFor all students interested in public speaking, debating and model parliament. A well-rounded virtual program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Ottawa, Bridle Path, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto, Montreal, Humber Valley Village, Toronto Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Learn & Experience Shawnigan Lake; International Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp L&E World Camps inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning multi-activity programs in Canada and Europe. The camps can be combined with L&E Teen Travel trips to create a summer experience of a lifetime. Read more... Ages 8 to 16 Coed from $750/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	750	8-16	7	Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia, International,	Traditional (multi activity) Learn & ExperienceL&E World Camps inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning multi-activity programs in Canada and Europe. The camps can be combined with L&E Teen Travel trips to create a summer experience of a lifetime. Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia, International, Overnight camp Coed
Brain Power Enrichment Programs Vaughan Academic/Tutoring: Instructor lead (group) Program With more than 30 years of success, Brain Power is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Read more... Ages 6 to 18 Coed from $325/program View profile	Program openCamp Coed	325	6-18	8	Vaughan, Ontario	Academic/Tutoring: Instructor lead (group)Brain Power Enrichment ProgramsWith more than 30 years of success, Brain Power is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Vaughan, Ontario Program Coed
Topkids Education Center Windfields, Toronto Education (multi) Day camp, Program Topkids Education Center provides tutoring in academics, music, art, drama, public speaking, virtual sports, and more! Take advantage of our free trial class! PA Day, March & Winter Break, and Summer Camps too! Read more... Ages 4 to 100 Coed from $25/session View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	25	4-100	9	Windfields, Toronto, Ontario	Education (multi)Topkids Education CenterTopkids Education Center provides tutoring in academics, music, art, drama, public speaking, virtual sports, and more! Take advantage of our free trial class! PA Day, March & Winter Break, and Summer Camps too! Windfields, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Block 8 Academy Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Active, fun weekly camps with a variety of activities ranging including cooking, parkour, lake days, STEM class, improv, theatre and the arts. We keep your child active and encourage their creativity! Read more... Ages 5 to 12 Coed from $50/day View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	50	5-12	10	Port Moody, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Block 8 AcademyActive, fun weekly camps with a variety of activities ranging including cooking, parkour, lake days, STEM class, improv, theatre and the arts. We keep your child active and encourage their creativity! Port Moody, British Columbia Day camp, Program Coed
UTS: Experience Innovation Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto; South Annex, Toronto Education (multi) Day camp A day camp for high-achieving and eager student aged 9 to 18. The UTS affiliation with UofT means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors. Read more... Ages 11 to 18 Coed from $585/session View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	585	11-18	11	Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto, Ontario, South Annex, Toronto, Ontario	Education (multi)UTS: Experience InnovationA day camp for high-achieving and eager student aged 9 to 18. The UTS affiliation with UofT means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors. Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto, Ontario, South Annex, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
St. Michael's College School Summer Camps Forest Hill, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp The SMCS Summer Experience provides youth with exciting academic, athletic, and artistic outlets, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within a fun and interactive environment. Please visit: www.smcscamps.com Read more... Ages 8 to 14 Coed from $250/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	250	8-14	12	Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) St. Michael's College School Summer CampsThe SMCS Summer Experience provides youth with exciting academic, athletic, and artistic outlets, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within a fun and interactive environment. Please visit: www.smcscamps.com Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
Explorer Hop Leaside, Toronto Education: Entrepreneurship Day camp, Program, Family camp Featured in BBC. A camp where kids learn about Entrepreneurship, Money Management, Innovation, Debate Camp and even get to create their own board game! Read more... Ages 6 to 14 Coed from $350/week View profile	Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	350	6-14	13	Leaside, Toronto, Ontario	Education: EntrepreneurshipExplorer HopFeatured in BBC. A camp where kids learn about Entrepreneurship, Money Management, Innovation, Debate Camp and even get to create their own board game! Leaside, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed
COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Focus Learning Academic Centre York Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program An enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps. Read more... Ages 8 to 15 Coed from $240/month View profile	Day camp, Program Coed	240	8-15	14	York Mills, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Focus Learning Academic CentreAn enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps. York Mills, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Quills and Quotes: Writing and Public Speaking Program Online; Mississauga Education: Academic/Tutoring Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Quills and Quotes is an after-school education program that teaches public speaking and writing skills in one class! It includes essay and creative writing, literary analysis and comprehension. Summer/online classes. Read more... Ages 8 to 15 Coed from $450/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	450	8-15	15	Virtual Program, , Mississauga, Ontario	Education: Academic/TutoringQuills and Quotes: Writing and Public Speaking ProgramQuills and Quotes is an after-school education program that teaches public speaking and writing skills in one class! It includes essay and creative writing, literary analysis and comprehension. Summer/online classes. Virtual Program, , Mississauga, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
featured Camp Pathfinder Algonquin Park Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Est. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun! Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Boys from $1,000/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Boys	1000	7-16	0	Algonquin Park, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp PathfinderEst. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun! Algonquin Park, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Boys
featured Sidney Ledson Institute Don Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Now offered online, give your child the advantage of academic advancement / reinforcement in curriculum subjects and SSAT/ISEE prep during Academic year and Summer holidays. Read more... Ages 2.5 to 14 Coed from $275/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	275	2.5-14	1	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Sidney Ledson InstituteNow offered online, give your child the advantage of academic advancement / reinforcement in curriculum subjects and SSAT/ISEE prep during Academic year and Summer holidays. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured CASMA Camps Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Attend camp in English or French at CASMA with physical distancing measures in place. Choose from sports, arts, music and more. Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Coed from $160/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	160	4-16	2	Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Heights, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) CASMA CampsAttend camp in English or French at CASMA with physical distancing measures in place. Choose from sports, arts, music and more. Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Day camp, Program Coed
featured TAC Sports - Toronto Athletic Camps Bridle Path, Toronto; Newmarket; Bayview Village, Toronto; Hogg's Hollow, Toronto Sport (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp TAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead! Read more... Ages 3.5 to 16 Coed from $250/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	250	3.5-16	3	Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Newmarket, Ontario, Bayview Village, Toronto, Ontario, Hogg's Hollow, Toronto, Ontario	Sport (multi)TAC Sports - Toronto Athletic CampsTAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead! Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Newmarket, Ontario, Bayview Village, Toronto, Ontario, Hogg's Hollow, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Coed
featured COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Camp Muskoka Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Boost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a variety of over 50 activities to choose from! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $1,095/week View profile	Overnight camp Coed	1095	6-16	4	Bracebridge, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp MuskokaBoost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a variety of over 50 activities to choose from! Bracebridge, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Kandalore Minden Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Kandalore is the finest traditional summer camp in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. Specialized leadership programs for 16 and 17 year olds. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $2,715/2 weeks View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp Coed	2715	6-16	5	Minden, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) KandaloreKandalore is the finest traditional summer camp in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. Specialized leadership programs for 16 and 17 year olds. Minden, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
featured Encounters with Canada Ottawa Education: Leadership Overnight camp A leadership program, where teens develop civic leadership skills, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, and explore exciting career options Read more... Ages 14 to 17 Coed from $750/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	750	14-17	6	Ottawa, Ontario	Education: LeadershipEncounters with CanadaA leadership program, where teens develop civic leadership skills, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, and explore exciting career options Ottawa, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured UCC Summer Life Forest Hill, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 16. Read more... Ages 10 to 17 Coed from $4,995/session View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	4995	10-17	7	Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) UCC Summer LifeA Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 16. Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured Kidnetix Brampton; Downsview, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Be creative, have fun and meet new friends in our March break and Summer camps in Brampton and Toronto. Dynamic programming includes: Lego Robotic's, sports, arts & crafts, workshops, field trips & indoor playground fun! Read more... Ages 4 to 15 Coed from $150/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	150	4-15	8	Brampton, Ontario, Downsview, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) KidnetixBe creative, have fun and meet new friends in our March break and Summer camps in Brampton and Toronto. Dynamic programming includes: Lego Robotic's, sports, arts & crafts, workshops, field trips & indoor playground fun! Brampton, Ontario, Downsview, Toronto, Day camp Coed
Oxford Learning High Park Bloor West Village, Toronto Education (multi) Day camp Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain and Science Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Read more... Ages 4 to 12 Coed from $400/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	400	4-12	9	Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario	Education (multi)Oxford Learning High ParkOxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain and Science Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
Niagara Christian Collegiate Fort Erie Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Give your child a fun-filled learning adventure at any of NCC's Summer Camps. Or get a head start on your studies during our August Credit Program! Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Coed from $3,550/session View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	3550	11-17	10	Fort Erie, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Niagara Christian CollegiateGive your child a fun-filled learning adventure at any of NCC's Summer Camps. Or get a head start on your studies during our August Credit Program! Fort Erie, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Kids Comedy Camp Runnymede, Toronto Art (multi) Day camp What could be more fun than this camp! Each five-hour Virtual Kids Comedy Camp features a professional comedy coach for the campers to develop their comedic arts and literacy skills - with healthy humour! Read more... Ages 11 to 14 Coed from $150/program View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	150	11-14	11	Runnymede, Toronto,	Art (multi)Kids Comedy CampWhat could be more fun than this camp! Each five-hour Virtual Kids Comedy Camp features a professional comedy coach for the campers to develop their comedic arts and literacy skills - with healthy humour! Runnymede, Toronto, Day camp Coed
COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Webtree International School of Excellence York Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp A traditional summer camp with a variety of unique camp activities, including the Arts, Athletics, Digital Media, STEM, and English. Our program includes Academic Mornings, Weekly Field Trips, and Escape Rooms. Read more... Ages 8 to 13 Coed from $250/week View profile	Day camp Coed	250	8-13	12	York Mills, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Webtree International School of ExcellenceA traditional summer camp with a variety of unique camp activities, including the Arts, Athletics, Digital Media, STEM, and English. Our program includes Academic Mornings, Weekly Field Trips, and Escape Rooms. York Mills, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
Ridley College Summer Programmes St. Catharines Education (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp Ridley College is located in St.Catharines Ontario, Canada. Summer camp offers ESL credit/camp, Summer Academy, Enrichment, Discover Canada, Day Camps, Advanced Performance Sports and many more! Read more... Ages 4 to 17 Coed from $325/session View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	325	4-17	13	St. Catharines, Ontario	Education (multi)Ridley College Summer ProgrammesRidley College is located in St.Catharines Ontario, Canada. Summer camp offers ESL credit/camp, Summer Academy, Enrichment, Discover Canada, Day Camps, Advanced Performance Sports and many more! St. Catharines, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Camp North Star Maine Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A co-ed overnight camp on 200 acres in Poland, Maine. Campers enjoy an elective program with 100+ choices that focuses on instruction and skill development in Arts, Athletics, Enrichment, Outdoors and Waterfront. Read more... Ages 7 to 17 Coed from $3,100/session View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	3100	7-17	14	Maine, Maine(USA)	Traditional (multi activity) Camp North StarA co-ed overnight camp on 200 acres in Poland, Maine. Campers enjoy an elective program with 100+ choices that focuses on instruction and skill development in Arts, Athletics, Enrichment, Outdoors and Waterfront. Maine, Maine(USA) Overnight camp Coed
COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Camp de vacances Kéno St-Léonard-de-Portneuf Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp In the heart of a regional park, Kéno offers a life experience. Welcoming campers from Canada and abroad for a full French immersion, Kéno specialises in out-tripping expeditions with stays from 3 to 25 days. Read more... Ages 5 to 20 Coed from $459/week View profile	Overnight camp Coed	459	5-20	15	St-Léonard-de-Portneuf, Quebec	Traditional (multi activity) Camp de vacances KénoIn the heart of a regional park, Kéno offers a life experience. Welcoming campers from Canada and abroad for a full French immersion, Kéno specialises in out-tripping expeditions with stays from 3 to 25 days. St-Léonard-de-Portneuf, Quebec Overnight camp Coed
Enrichment Studies Unit (ESU) at Queen's University Kingston Education (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp An academically enriched university experience for students in grades 5 to 12 focussing on unique courses, living in residence, and campus life. Come and experience your future! Read more... Ages 10 to 18 Coed from $305/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	305	10-18	16	Kingston, Ontario	Education (multi)Enrichment Studies Unit (ESU) at Queen's UniversityAn academically enriched university experience for students in grades 5 to 12 focussing on unique courses, living in residence, and campus life. Come and experience your future! Kingston, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Ryerson Performance Youth Camps Bay Street Corridor, Toronto; Downtown East, Toronto Art : Theatre Arts Day camp Ryerson PYC offers 1-4 week day camps in acting, musical theatre, dance & more, which culminate in performances for friends & families. Explore the world of the stage, &expand your creative potential with Ryerson PYC! Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $325/session View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	325	4-18	17	Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Downtown East, Toronto, Ontario	Art : Theatre ArtsRyerson Performance Youth CampsRyerson PYC offers 1-4 week day camps in acting, musical theatre, dance & more, which culminate in performances for friends & families. Explore the world of the stage, &expand your creative potential with Ryerson PYC! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Downtown East, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
Wildhorse Camp Rocky Mountain House Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian Overnight camp Heartbeats and Hoofbeats - A unique stay where you immerse yourself in our horse culture! Take lessons, learn new skills and practice out in the fields and forests of our beautiful Ranch. Just Ride! Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Girls from $750/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Girls	750	11-17	18	Rocky Mountain House, Alberta	Sport: Horseback Riding/EquestrianWildhorse CampHeartbeats and Hoofbeats - A unique stay where you immerse yourself in our horse culture! Take lessons, learn new skills and practice out in the fields and forests of our beautiful Ranch. Just Ride! Rocky Mountain House, Alberta Overnight camp Girls
Kidzwhiz Markham Computer (multi) Day camp, Program Kidzwhiz introduces children aged 6-16 to the art and science of coding, robotics and game development. Our mandate is to future-proof kids' intellectual and creative thinking. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $150/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	150	6-16	19	Markham, Ontario	Computer (multi)KidzwhizKidzwhiz introduces children aged 6-16 to the art and science of coding, robotics and game development. Our mandate is to future-proof kids' intellectual and creative thinking. Markham, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Bytown Brigantine Tall Ships Adventure Ontario (2); United States (4) Travel Overnight camp An outdoor adventure camp on a tall ship: building leadership, good citizenship & lifelong friendships. Ages 12-14 on Black Jack in small team-building groups & ages 14+ on Fair Jeanne, earning HS credit on select trips. Read more... Ages 12 to 18 Coed from $900/session View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	900	12-18	20	Brockville, Harbourfront, Toronto, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire	TravelBytown Brigantine Tall Ships AdventureAn outdoor adventure camp on a tall ship: building leadership, good citizenship & lifelong friendships. Ages 12-14 on Black Jack in small team-building groups & ages 14+ on Fair Jeanne, earning HS credit on select trips. Brockville, Harbourfront, Toronto, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire Overnight camp Coed
1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College Quebec City; South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft Reading: Leadership training Overnight camp, Program Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Read more... Ages 9 to 18 Boys from $150/week View profile	Overnight camp, Program openCamp Boys	150	9-18	21	Quebec City, , South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Bancroft,	Reading: Leadership training1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff CollegeLeadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Quebec City, , South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Bancroft, Overnight camp, Program Boys
COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed Radiant Girls Burlington; Hamilton Education: Leadership Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Confidence & EI Activities, Meaningful Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, and More! Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Girls from $479/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls	479	7-16	22	Burlington, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario	Education: LeadershipRadiant GirlsGirls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Confidence & EI Activities, Meaningful Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, and More! Burlington, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls
Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts Lawrence Heights, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Online Education: Musical Theatre Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Toronto’s leading Performing Arts School producing over 20 musicals annually. Offering in person and online classes in music theatre, voice, piano, guitar, dance, acting, songwriting, camps and birthday parties! Read more... Ages 4 to 21 Coed from $200/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	200	4-21	23	Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Ontario, East York, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education: Musical TheatreBravo Academy for the Performing ArtsToronto’s leading Performing Arts School producing over 20 musicals annually. Offering in person and online classes in music theatre, voice, piano, guitar, dance, acting, songwriting, camps and birthday parties! Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Ontario, East York, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Apostrophe Kids Oakville; Mississauga Education: Academic/Tutoring Program Academic enrichment program developed by an Ontario Certified Teacher to build student confidence and engagement in Language Arts and Math. Classes are once a week for 90 minutes from September to June. Read more... Ages 7 to 15 Coed from $159/month View profile	Program openCamp Coed	159	7-15	24	Oakville, Ontario, Mississauga, Ontario	Education: Academic/TutoringApostrophe KidsAcademic enrichment program developed by an Ontario Certified Teacher to build student confidence and engagement in Language Arts and Math. Classes are once a week for 90 minutes from September to June. Oakville, Ontario, Mississauga, Ontario Program Coed
Brentwood College School Summer Camps Mill Bay Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Located on beautiful Vancouver Island, Brentwood College School offers focused camps for Soccer, Academics, Rowing, Rock Band, Debate, and Musical Theatre for kids aged 7 to 17. Read more... Ages 7 to 17 Coed from $200/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	200	7-17	25	Mill Bay, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Brentwood College School Summer CampsLocated on beautiful Vancouver Island, Brentwood College School offers focused camps for Soccer, Academics, Rowing, Rock Band, Debate, and Musical Theatre for kids aged 7 to 17. Mill Bay, British Columbia Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
DigiTeens Academy Thornhill; Scarborough Village, Toronto Computer (multi) Day camp, Program, Family camp Canada’s leading Robotics, Coding and Game Design club. Our program is different and unique as we combine robotics and game/animation design to teach students Entrepreneurship Skills and Artificial Intelligence. Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Coed from $100/month View profile	Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	100	7-16	26	Thornhill, Ontario, Scarborough Village, Toronto, Ontario	Computer (multi)DigiTeens AcademyCanada’s leading Robotics, Coding and Game Design club. Our program is different and unique as we combine robotics and game/animation design to teach students Entrepreneurship Skills and Artificial Intelligence. Thornhill, Ontario, Scarborough Village, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed
Camp Cherith - Ontario Southern Bruce County Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp This Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $489/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	489	6-16	27	Southern Bruce County, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Cherith - OntarioThis Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Southern Bruce County, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Codezilla Danforth Village, Toronto; Wychwood Park, Toronto; West Toronto Junction, Toronto; Online Education: STEM Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Educational Fun! 40+ schools, 5 camps in GTA. Small-size camps, girl-friendly curriculum. STEM and Coding camps include: Game Makers, Toy Makers, Slime Makers, Movie Makers, App Makers, Doll Makers and Space Makers. Read more... Ages 6 to 14 Coed from $340/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	340	6-14	28	Danforth Village, Toronto, Ontario, Wychwood Park, Toronto, Ontario, West Toronto Junction, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education: STEMCodezillaEducational Fun! 40+ schools, 5 camps in GTA. Small-size camps, girl-friendly curriculum. STEM and Coding camps include: Game Makers, Toy Makers, Slime Makers, Movie Makers, App Makers, Doll Makers and Space Makers. Danforth Village, Toronto, Ontario, Wychwood Park, Toronto, Ontario, West Toronto Junction, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Behaviour Matters Lawrence Heights, Toronto Education: Leadership Program, Family camp Focused on developing social skills, emotional/self-regulation and self confidence. Programs are interactive, skills, and strength-based, consisting of games, team building; role-plays, art, discussions, take-home tasks. Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed, Girls, Boys from $600/group View profile	Program, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	600	4-18	29	Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Ontario	Education: LeadershipBehaviour MattersFocused on developing social skills, emotional/self-regulation and self confidence. Programs are interactive, skills, and strength-based, consisting of games, team building; role-plays, art, discussions, take-home tasks. Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Ontario Program, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
Ryerson Summer Day Camps Bay Street Corridor, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Ryerson University offers safe and fun experiences for kids and teens. Programs include basketball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, science, engineering, journalism, robotics, architecture, film, french, design, and more! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $320/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	320	6-17	30	Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Bay Street Corridor, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) Ryerson Summer Day CampsRyerson University offers safe and fun experiences for kids and teens. Programs include basketball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, science, engineering, journalism, robotics, architecture, film, french, design, and more! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Day camp Coed
Power4Teens Bloor West Village, Toronto; Port Carling Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp A unique, intimate small camp experience. Getting outdoors, amazing life lessons on self esteem, empowerment, self understanding, the beach, pool, Stand up paddle boarding, boxing, yoga, meditation and more. Read more... Ages 8 to 16 Girls from $375/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Girls	375	8-16	31	Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario, Port Carling, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Power4TeensA unique, intimate small camp experience. Getting outdoors, amazing life lessons on self esteem, empowerment, self understanding, the beach, pool, Stand up paddle boarding, boxing, yoga, meditation and more. Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario, Port Carling, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls
Academic Camp Canada Mill Bay; International; Rothesay; Ottawa Education (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp Exciting academic summer camps for 12-17 year olds in British Columbia, New Brunswick & Ottawa. BCCA accredited. Combination of inspiring academic learning, activities & trips. Computer Science & Medical Studies camps Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Coed from $250/program View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	250	11-17	32	Mill Bay, British Columbia, International, , Rothesay, New Brunswick, Ottawa,	Education (multi)Academic Camp CanadaExciting academic summer camps for 12-17 year olds in British Columbia, New Brunswick & Ottawa. BCCA accredited. Combination of inspiring academic learning, activities & trips. Computer Science & Medical Studies camps Mill Bay, British Columbia, International, , Rothesay, New Brunswick, Ottawa, Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Bee Smart Learning Centre Thornhill Education (multi) Day camp, Program Balance of Learning and Fun! Learn hands-on science, enriched mathematics, English/ESL, photography & movie making, orchestra, theatre and more. Fun outdoor sports, games and field trips. Read more... Ages 3 to 14 Coed from $180/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	180	3-14	33	Thornhill, Ontario	Education (multi)Bee Smart Learning CentreBalance of Learning and Fun! Learn hands-on science, enriched mathematics, English/ESL, photography & movie making, orchestra, theatre and more. Fun outdoor sports, games and field trips. Thornhill, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Royal Ontario Museum Summer Club South Annex, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Diverse Toronto summer camp (with March Break programs) offering kids programs in science, history, art, environment and more. Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed from $225/2 weeks View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	225	5-16	34	South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, South Annex, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) Royal Ontario Museum Summer ClubDiverse Toronto summer camp (with March Break programs) offering kids programs in science, history, art, environment and more. South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, South Annex, Toronto, Day camp Coed
UME Academy Vancouver; Yorkville, Toronto Computer (multi) Day camp, Program Learn technology, critical thinking and the design process through game-making. For children who are ready to be creators and teens who are thinking about careers in technology, game design engages and educates. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $495/session View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	495	6-17	35	Vancouver, British Columbia, Yorkville, Toronto, Ontario	Computer (multi)UME AcademyLearn technology, critical thinking and the design process through game-making. For children who are ready to be creators and teens who are thinking about careers in technology, game design engages and educates. Vancouver, British Columbia, Yorkville, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Camp Three R's Oakville Education: Academic/Tutoring Day camp, Program Boost your child's math, reading and writing skills. This program is a fun camp designed to engage children ages 5-10. Needed now more than ever. Read more... Ages 5 to 10 Coed from $350/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	350	5-10	36	Oakville, Ontario	Education: Academic/TutoringCamp Three R'sBoost your child's math, reading and writing skills. This program is a fun camp designed to engage children ages 5-10. Needed now more than ever. Oakville, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Hollows Camp Bradford Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp A traditional overnight and day camp located 1 hour north of Toronto. Activities include: canoeing & kayaking, archery, paintball, tennis, trampoline/circus, horseback riding, bushcraft, drama, arts, and swimming. Read more... Ages 7 to 15 Coed from $400/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	400	7-15	37	Bradford, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Hollows CampA traditional overnight and day camp located 1 hour north of Toronto. Activities include: canoeing & kayaking, archery, paintball, tennis, trampoline/circus, horseback riding, bushcraft, drama, arts, and swimming. Bradford, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Bishop’s College School Summer Camps Sherbrooke Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A fun summer camp to learn ESL, FSL or Technology! Students participate in enriching class time as well as many fun local activities and outings! Read more... Ages 11 to 16 Coed from $4,400/month View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	4400	11-16	38	Sherbrooke, Quebec	Traditional (multi activity) Bishop’s College School Summer CampsA fun summer camp to learn ESL, FSL or Technology! Students participate in enriching class time as well as many fun local activities and outings! Sherbrooke, Quebec Overnight camp Coed
Connections: Queen’s Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) Kingston Science: Engineering Day camp, Overnight camp Connections: Queen's Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) is an engineering-focused summer program that exposes students from Grade 4 - 11 to engineering design and various engineering disciplines. Read more... Ages 8 to 17 Coed from $200/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	200	8-17	39	Kingston, Ontario	Science: EngineeringConnections: Queen’s Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA)Connections: Queen's Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) is an engineering-focused summer program that exposes students from Grade 4 - 11 to engineering design and various engineering disciplines. Kingston, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Stanstead College Summer Camps Stanstead Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Summer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more! Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Coed from $900/session View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	900	11-17	40	Stanstead, Quebec	Traditional (multi activity) Stanstead College Summer CampsSummer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more! Stanstead, Quebec Day camp, Overnight camp Coed

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Public speaking for different ages

Kids as young as five and six can begin to develop skills in this area, getting an early introduction that may include all the steps of preparation, speech writing and performance. Find public speaking camps for kids and youth.

A number of camps listed at ourkids.net offer sessions focused on training teens in these disciplines. Find these camps using our advanced search listing of public speaking camps for teens.

What will my child learn at a debate and speech camp?

Debate and speech camps teach your child crucial skills. First, your child will learn the basics of debate and public speaking. They’ll also be given the opportunity to deliver a speech and engage in individual or group debates in front of an audience, and be given feedback on their performance. And in many camps, they’ll participate in competitions, such as the Junior National Debate Championships, in Canada, or the National Debate and Speech Tournament, in the US.

Your child will also acquire a number of other skills in debate and speech camps. In a debate camp, these will likely include many of the following:

Researching topics
Adopting and summarizing a position
Defending a position or claim
Understanding and using arguments and counter-arguments
Using evidence and counter-examples
Understanding the parliamentary debate procedure

Although your child will learn many of these same skills in a public speaking camp or course, they’ll also learn some other skills. These include the following:

Effective body language
Presentation and delivery strategies
Organizing and structuring a speech
Different types of speeches and topics
Projecting and modulating one’s voice
Engaging an audience and keeping their attention
Effective use of humour
Physiological control of emotions

What will my child gain from a debate or speech camp?

Debate and speech camps are a great option for many kids. They can enable them to develop lots of important skills, that will help them in and outside of school. These include the following:

Speaking and articulating
Amplifying one’s voice
Adjusting one’s presentation to an audience
Organizing and structuring a talk
Reasoning
Evaluating and critiquing claims
Brainstorming and thinking on one’s feet
Understanding complex issues

In addition, though, these camps can benefit your child in less obvious ways. In particular, they can help them develop or improve on the following traits:

Confidence
Self-esteem
Social and political awareness
Team work
Leadership abilities
Understanding of diplomacy and international issues

People who benefited from camp experiences including public speaking

Several celebrity camp alumni profiled on our website have benefited from the experience they gained at camp. For some, this was direct public speaking experience, while others say the self-confidence and independence they attained at camp helped them as public speakers and performers later in life.

Rick Mercer believes his success as a comedian was rooted in a seminal experience at camp.
Sue Eckersely, business leader says, “Camp taught me the importance of hard work, communication, planning, working with others and independently, understanding how to succeed and experiencing success in a supportive environment.”
Stephanie McNamara, Toronto stage star, got her start by starring in camp musicals.
Stuart McLean, CBC radio personality, says "When I got to camp, I found a place where I was accepted by others and I was able to contribute to the greater good."
Broadcaster Scott Russell got his start at an overnight camp in Northern Ontario.
John Tory, broadcaster, Toronto mayor and one-time premiere of Ontario, says he learned resilience at camp.
Seth Godin, internet marketing guru, says “Every day, I use more tools learned at camp than I do school.”
Amy Sky first sang in public at camp.
MP Carolyn Bennett says, “"Everything I needed to know, I learned at camp."”
Emmy winning journalist Frank Sesno says that camp “ builds a sense of self, of self-reliance and independence at a time when parents and social structures still play a dominant role.”

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