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Camps that grow interpersonal skills

Develop emotional intelligence and communication skills

Interpersonal skills are:
• Ability to understand the emotions and behaviours of others, and to respond accordingly
• Ability to compromise and listen
• Communication skills
• Leadership

An ever-increasing number of camps “realize how important emotional intelligence is,” says Alice Wiafe. “It’s right in the curriculum.” Below the listings, learn more from psychotherapist Wiafe, parents, and campers discussing the value of interpersonal skills and camp’s role in developing this character trait. Read more

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featured Sidney Ledson Institute Don Mills, Toronto; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program The SLI Summer Camp offers: Pre-K/K reading/numeracy program, Math/ English enrichment, Debate, Entrepreneurship, Comp Sci (HTML/CSS, Machine Learning/AI, App Development, R, Python), French, Spanish, and SSAT/ISEE prep. Read more... Ages 2.5 to 14 Coed from $420/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	420	2.5-14	0	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Sidney Ledson InstituteThe SLI Summer Camp offers: Pre-K/K reading/numeracy program, Math/ English enrichment, Debate, Entrepreneurship, Comp Sci (HTML/CSS, Machine Learning/AI, App Development, R, Python), French, Spanish, and SSAT/ISEE prep. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured Outward Bound Canada Huntsville; Vancouver Island; North Toronto, Toronto; Kananaskis; Algonquin Park Adventure (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family 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 12 to 99 Coed, Girls, Boys from $779/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	779	12-99	1	Huntsville, Ontario, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, North Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Kananaskis, , Algonquin Park, Ontario	Adventure (multi)Outward Bound CanadaOutward 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. Huntsville, Ontario, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, North Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Kananaskis, , Algonquin Park, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River Brantford Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Overnight and day camps, with activities including horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, tomahawks, and much more. Leadership and horse specialty camps also offered. Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed, Girls, Boys from $240/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	240	5-16	2	Brantford, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand RiverOvernight and day camps, with activities including horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, tomahawks, and much more. Leadership and horse specialty camps also offered. Brantford, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured Glen Bernard Camp Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, horseback riding, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities! Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Girls from $1,325/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Girls	1325	4-16	3	Huntsville, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Glen Bernard CampA traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, horseback riding, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities! Huntsville, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Girls
featured InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp An award winning Christian summer camp in Muskoka for ages 5 to 17 featuring dozens of awesome activities, teen programs in leadership development and wilderness adventure & unforgettable experiences for every camper! Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $450/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	450	5-17	4	Huntsville, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp OntarioAn award winning Christian summer camp in Muskoka for ages 5 to 17 featuring dozens of awesome activities, teen programs in leadership development and wilderness adventure & unforgettable experiences for every camper! Huntsville, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured Great Big Theatre Company Ontario (11); Online (1) Arts : Theatre Arts Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Camps in your neighbourhood ! One-week sessions, performances every week. Our experienced, caring staff will introduce your kids to stage performance & guide them toward self-expression. A great confidence-builder ! Read more... Ages 4 to 14 Coed from $98/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	98	4-14	5	Mississauga, York Mills, Toronto, Oakville, Guelph, Hamilton, Whitby, Burlington, Waterloo, Richmond Hill, London, Online	Arts : Theatre ArtsGreat Big Theatre CompanyCamps in your neighbourhood ! One-week sessions, performances every week. Our experienced, caring staff will introduce your kids to stage performance & guide them toward self-expression. A great confidence-builder ! Mississauga, York Mills, Toronto, Oakville, Guelph, Hamilton, Whitby, Burlington, Waterloo, Richmond Hill, London, Online Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured Rocky Ridge Ranch Milton Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp This Christian camp has horseback riding, archery, swimming, hockey, cooperative games and more, and boasts 3rd generation campers. Kids have been raving about the wonderful family-style meals for 50 years. Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed from $660/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	660	5-17	6	Milton, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Rocky Ridge RanchThis Christian camp has horseback riding, archery, swimming, hockey, cooperative games and more, and boasts 3rd generation campers. Kids have been raving about the wonderful family-style meals for 50 years. Milton, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
featured Code Ninjas Mississauga (Port Credit) Mississauga Computer (multi) Day camp, Program Summer camp and after school programs focusing on computational literacy and STEM programming. Learn coding skills by building your own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results! Read more... Ages 5 to 14 Coed from $150/month View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	150	5-14	7	Mississauga, Ontario	Computer (multi)Code Ninjas Mississauga (Port Credit)Summer camp and after school programs focusing on computational literacy and STEM programming. Learn coding skills by building your own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results! Mississauga, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta Rocky Mountain House; Sundre Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Pioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure, creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun! Read more... Ages 5 to 19 Coed, Girls, Boys from $79/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	79	5-19	8	Rocky Mountain House, AB, Sundre, Alberta	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp AlbertaPioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure, creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun! Rocky Mountain House, AB, Sundre, Alberta Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for kids and teens ages 6-17. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding and water sports. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $499/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	499	6-17	9	Hamilton, , Huntsville, Ontario, Land O' Lakes Tourist Region, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear LakeCircle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for kids and teens ages 6-17. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding and water sports. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Hamilton, , Huntsville, Ontario, Land O' Lakes Tourist Region, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured TAC Sports - Toronto Athletic Camps Don Mills, Toronto; Thornhill; Hogg's Hollow, Toronto; Vaughan 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	10	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Thornhill, Ontario, Hogg's Hollow, Toronto, Ontario, Vaughan, 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! Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Thornhill, Ontario, Hogg's Hollow, Toronto, Ontario, Vaughan, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Coed
featured Focus Learning Academic Centre Don Mills, Toronto; Online Education (multi) Virtual Program, 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 7 to 15 Coed from $150/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	150	7-15	11	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education (multi)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. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured Camp Wenonah Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Trusted by families from around the world, Wenonah is a popular overnight summer camp in Muskoka Ontario for children aged 5 - 17 years old. Experienced and caring staff team, including full-time medical staff. Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed from $1,155/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	1155	5-17	12	Bracebridge, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp WenonahTrusted by families from around the world, Wenonah is a popular overnight summer camp in Muskoka Ontario for children aged 5 - 17 years old. Experienced and caring staff team, including full-time medical staff. Bracebridge, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured Lakefield College School Summer Programs Online; Lakefield Education (multi) Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Read more... Ages 13 to 17 Coed from $450/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	450	13-17	13	Virtual Program, , Lakefield, Ontario	Education (multi)Lakefield College School Summer ProgramsTransformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Virtual Program, , Lakefield, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
featured Onondaga Camp Minden Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp 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 $1,500/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	1500	6-16	14	Minden, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Onondaga CampFor 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! Minden, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Halkirk Halkirk Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Circle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine InterVarsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, archery, swimming and so much more! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $496/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	496	6-17	15	Halkirk, Alberta	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch HalkirkCircle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine InterVarsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, archery, swimming and so much more! Halkirk, Alberta Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured Pickering College Credits, Enrichment Programs and Camps Newmarket Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Our online programs include Enrichment Classes for Language Arts, Math or STEAM for students in Gr. 1-8 and Online Credits for students in Gr. 9-12. Our day camp for campers in Gr. 1-8 provides a fun way to spend summer. Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $199/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	199	4-18	16	Newmarket, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Pickering College Credits, Enrichment Programs and CampsOur online programs include Enrichment Classes for Language Arts, Math or STEAM for students in Gr. 1-8 and Online Credits for students in Gr. 9-12. Our day camp for campers in Gr. 1-8 provides a fun way to spend summer. Newmarket, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured FDT Academy Vancouver; Online Education: Public Speaking/Debate Virtual Program, Day camp, Program FDT's 2020/2021 academic programs are offered online via Zoom. As leaders in Debate, Speech & Model UN training, FDT Academy is renowned for having over 20 of its students make it on the national Debate & Speech teams. Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $100/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	100	4-18	17	Vancouver, British Columbia, Virtual Program,	Education: Public Speaking/DebateFDT Academy FDT's 2020/2021 academic programs are offered online via Zoom. As leaders in Debate, Speech & Model UN training, FDT Academy is renowned for having over 20 of its students make it on the national Debate & Speech teams. Vancouver, British Columbia, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured Camp Can-Aqua Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patients & empathy. Fun is a given. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here. Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed from $2,100/2 weeks View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	2100	5-17	18	Haliburton Highlands, Ontario, Oakville, Ontario, Ottawa, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Can-AquaA traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patients & empathy. Fun is a given. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here. Haliburton Highlands, Ontario, Oakville, Ontario, Ottawa, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
featured InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific Thetis Island; Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more. Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Coed, Girls from $285/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls	285	7-18	19	Thetis Island, British Columbia, Vancouver, BC	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp PacificOne of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more. Thetis Island, British Columbia, Vancouver, BC Overnight camp Coed, Girls
featured Radiant Girls Burlington; Online; Tillsonburg Education: Leadership Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, Self Care, Coaching, and More! Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Girls from $180/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Girls	180	7-18	20	Burlington, Ontario, Virtual Program, , Tillsonburg,	Education: LeadershipRadiant GirlsGirls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, Self Care, Coaching, and More! Burlington, Ontario, Virtual Program, , Tillsonburg, Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls
Phoenix Volleyball Ontario (5) Sport: Volleyball Day camp, Program A coed day camp running summer beach volleyball camps,weekly indoor clinics, after school programs, private training, and March break camps. Read more... Ages 8 to 17 Coed from $250/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	250	8-17	21	Rosedale, Toronto, The Beach, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto	Sport: VolleyballPhoenix VolleyballA coed day camp running summer beach volleyball camps,weekly indoor clinics, after school programs, private training, and March break camps. Rosedale, Toronto, The Beach, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto Day camp, Program Coed
Upper Canada Child Care Summer Camps Vaughan; Thornhill; Richmond Hill; Markham Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Traditional day camp with weekly field trips and a wide variety of activities. 30+ camps throughout the GTA and Simcoe County. Licensed programs with qualified staff. Open 7 am to 6 pm daily. Daily snacks provided. Read more... Ages 3.8 to 12 Coed from $208/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	208	3.8-12	22	Vaughan, Ontario, Thornhill, Ontario, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Markham, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Upper Canada Child Care Summer CampsTraditional day camp with weekly field trips and a wide variety of activities. 30+ camps throughout the GTA and Simcoe County. Licensed programs with qualified staff. Open 7 am to 6 pm daily. Daily snacks provided. Vaughan, Ontario, Thornhill, Ontario, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Markham, Ontario Day camp Coed
Artech Camps Canada Halifax; Online Computer (multi) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Artech is the Ultimate Creative Technology Program Center specializing in Game Design, Animation & Coding. Our virtual programs are fully interactive for kids 7 through teens and can reach kids anywhere on this planet! Read more... Ages 7 to 19 Coed from $150/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	150	7-19	23	Halifax, Nova Scotia, Virtual Program,	Computer (multi)Artech Camps CanadaArtech is the Ultimate Creative Technology Program Center specializing in Game Design, Animation & Coding. Our virtual programs are fully interactive for kids 7 through teens and can reach kids anywhere on this planet! Halifax, Nova Scotia, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Roseneath Theatre Downtown West, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program A creative collection of programs that range from Dance, Drama, ASL Improv, our popular Dungeons & Dragons programs and more. Our expert councillors bring the arts to kids computers in fun and accessible ways. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $40/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	40	6-16	24	Downtown West, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Roseneath TheatreA creative collection of programs that range from Dance, Drama, ASL Improv, our popular Dungeons & Dragons programs and more. Our expert councillors bring the arts to kids computers in fun and accessible ways. Downtown West, Toronto, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
SportLife Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; Montreal; Pierrefonds Sport (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family 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 $150/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	150	5-15	25	Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, Montreal, Québec, Pierrefonds, Quebec	Sport (multi)SportLifeA 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! Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, Montreal, Québec, Pierrefonds, Quebec Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Coed
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Wolf Creek Wolseley Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A faith-based, western themed overnight summer camp which encourages young lives to grow spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically in an exciting, fun filled prairie adventure. Register on-line today!! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed, Girls, Boys from $390/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	390	6-16	26	Wolseley, Saskatchewan	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Wolf CreekA faith-based, western themed overnight summer camp which encourages young lives to grow spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically in an exciting, fun filled prairie adventure. Register on-line today!! Wolseley, Saskatchewan Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
Summer Youth Programming at the Daniels Faculty at U OF T Downtown West, Toronto; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp Does your child have an interest in architecture or design? If so, consider enrolling them in a Daniels Faculty Outreach for youth programming from primary to high school! Read more... Ages 8 to 99 Coed from $400/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp openCamp Coed	400	8-99	27	Downtown West, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Summer Youth Programming at the Daniels Faculty at U OF TDoes your child have an interest in architecture or design? If so, consider enrolling them in a Daniels Faculty Outreach for youth programming from primary to high school! Downtown West, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp Coed
Debate Camp Ontario (4); Quebec (1); Online (1) Education: Public Speaking/Debate Virtual Program, Day camp, Program 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 $383/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	383	10-16	28	Forest Hill, Toronto, Bridle Path, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto, Montreal, Humber Valley Village, Toronto, Online	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. Forest Hill, Toronto, Bridle Path, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto, Montreal, Humber Valley Village, Toronto, Online Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
True North Sports Camps Forest Hill, Toronto; Islington Village, Toronto; Moore Park, Toronto; Lawrence Park, Toronto Sport (multi) Day camp, Program True North Sports Camps offers baseball, flag football, basketball, soccer & multi-sport summer day camps and year-round clinics for boys and girls ages 4-14 in Toronto and Etobicoke. Read more... Ages 4 to 14 Coed from $237/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	237	4-14	29	Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario, Islington Village, Toronto, Ontario, Moore Park, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Park, Toronto, Ontario	Sport (multi)True North Sports CampsTrue North Sports Camps offers baseball, flag football, basketball, soccer & multi-sport summer day camps and year-round clinics for boys and girls ages 4-14 in Toronto and Etobicoke. Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario, Islington Village, Toronto, Ontario, Moore Park, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Park, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Bear Creek Outdoor Centre Renfrew; Ottawa 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 $675/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	675	6-17	30	Renfrew, Quebec, Ottawa, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Bear Creek Outdoor CentreWe 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. Renfrew, Quebec, Ottawa, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Brigs Youth Sail Training Collingwood; Hamilton; Goderich Adventure (multi) Overnight camp A safe and challenging environment aboard the Tall Ship TS Playfair on the Great Lakes (Ontario, Erie, Huron). Develop leadership skills, confidence and friendships as you work together as a team. Read more... Ages 13 to 18 Coed from $175/day View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	175	13-18	31	Collingwood, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario, Goderich, Ontario	Adventure (multi)Brigs Youth Sail Training A safe and challenging environment aboard the Tall Ship TS Playfair on the Great Lakes (Ontario, Erie, Huron). Develop leadership skills, confidence and friendships as you work together as a team. Collingwood, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario, Goderich, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Camp UofT Scarborough Highland Creek, Toronto; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Family camp Camp UTSC provides a virtual program for ages 5-12. Children's April Break Camp: Baking, Cooking, STEAM Lego, Magic Show, Magic Workshop and Robotics! Read more... Ages 5 to 12 Coed from $26/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	26	5-12	32	Highland Creek, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Camp UofT ScarboroughCamp UTSC provides a virtual program for ages 5-12. Children's April Break Camp: Baking, Cooking, STEAM Lego, Magic Show, Magic Workshop and Robotics! Highland Creek, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Family camp Coed
Fraser Lake Camp Bancroft; Whitchurch - Stouffville Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp We have a rich history and a rooted community. We provide a variety of land and water sports in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our staff are positive role models and the culture they create is our biggest asset. Read more... Ages 8 to 16 Coed from $434/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	434	8-16	33	Bancroft, Ontario, Whitchurch - Stouffville, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Fraser Lake CampWe have a rich history and a rooted community. We provide a variety of land and water sports in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our staff are positive role models and the culture they create is our biggest asset. Bancroft, Ontario, Whitchurch - Stouffville, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Kinark Outdoor Centre Minden; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Overnight camp, Family camp 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/week View profile	Virtual Program, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	1	1-21	34	Minden, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Kinark Outdoor CentreA 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. Minden, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Quills and Quotes: Writing and Public Speaking Program Online; Mississauga Education (multi) 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 $250/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	250	8-15	35	Virtual Program, , Mississauga, Ontario	Education (multi)Quills 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
Bytown Brigantine Tall Ships Adventure Ottawa; Harbourfront, Toronto; Brockville 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	36	Ottawa, Ontario, Harbourfront, Toronto, Ontario, Ottawa, , Brockville,	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. Ottawa, Ontario, Harbourfront, Toronto, Ontario, Ottawa, , Brockville, Overnight camp Coed
Young People's Theatre/YPT St Lawrence, Toronto; Online Arts : Theatre Arts Virtual Program, Day camp, Family camp Led by our experienced faculty of professional artist educators, we’re offering online classes for JK-Gr. 12 both on weekends and after-school! Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $109/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	109	4-18	37	St Lawrence, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Arts : Theatre ArtsYoung People's Theatre/YPTLed by our experienced faculty of professional artist educators, we’re offering online classes for JK-Gr. 12 both on weekends and after-school! St Lawrence, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Family camp Coed
Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp Western Lanark County Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp A Christian camp serving campers of all ages. Located on beautiful Silver Lake in Maberly, ON we offer Junior & Kids Camps (7-12yo), Day Camps (4-6yo), Youth Camp (12-18), Family Camp (All Ages) and Geezer Camp (60+). Read more... Ages 1 to 99 Coed from $479/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	479	1-99	38	Western Lanark County, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Silver Lake Wesleyan CampA Christian camp serving campers of all ages. Located on beautiful Silver Lake in Maberly, ON we offer Junior & Kids Camps (7-12yo), Day Camps (4-6yo), Youth Camp (12-18), Family Camp (All Ages) and Geezer Camp (60+). Western Lanark County, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Camp Crossroads Torrance Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp A traditional camp experience in a fresh and dynamic way. Our core Christian teaching, creative staff, excellent food and exciting recreational programs inspire kids and families to keep them coming back year after year. Read more... Ages 1 to 85 Coed from $630/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	630	1-85	39	Torrance, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp CrossroadsA traditional camp experience in a fresh and dynamic way. Our core Christian teaching, creative staff, excellent food and exciting recreational programs inspire kids and families to keep them coming back year after year. Torrance, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
STEM Minds Online; Aurora Science: STEAM Virtual Program, Day camp, Program STEM Minds is a mission-driven social enterprise that teaches technology to new and skilled users with in-class and virtual education programs in coding, video game design, and more for children ages 4-14. Read more... Ages 4 to 14 Coed from $100/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	100	4-14	40	Virtual Program, , Aurora, Ontario	Science: STEAMSTEM MindsSTEM Minds is a mission-driven social enterprise that teaches technology to new and skilled users with in-class and virtual education programs in coding, video game design, and more for children ages 4-14. Virtual Program, , Aurora, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Inspirely STEAM Education Online; Brampton Science: STEAM Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp Premier after-school online STEAM Education for children age 6 to 15 years. They also host family bonding & parent networking events. Their creative STEAM Kits/Gifts are perfect to spend quality Family Time @HOME. Read more... Ages 6 to 14 Coed Cost Varies View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	0	6-14	41	Virtual Program, , Brampton, Ontario	Science: STEAMInspirely STEAM EducationPremier after-school online STEAM Education for children age 6 to 15 years. They also host family bonding & parent networking events. Their creative STEAM Kits/Gifts are perfect to spend quality Family Time @HOME. Virtual Program, , Brampton, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed
COOKSMART Mississauga; Bloor West Village, Toronto; Online Arts : Cooking Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp Get the kids cooking and learning more life skills! Our program has gone virtual and the kids are loving cooking together to make tasty foods for their family. Easy meals, healthy snacks make this the best Zoom class. Read more... Ages 4 to 99 Coed from $5/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	5	4-99	42	Mississauga, Ontario, Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Arts : CookingCOOKSMARTGet the kids cooking and learning more life skills! Our program has gone virtual and the kids are loving cooking together to make tasty foods for their family. Easy meals, healthy snacks make this the best Zoom class. Mississauga, Ontario, Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed
JOA Camps Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Day camp An exceptional camp, all in French, offering weekly themes and diverse activities. Weekly outings included in pricing. Read more... Ages 4 to 6 Coed from $55/day View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	55	4-6	43	Ottawa, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) JOA CampsAn exceptional camp, all in French, offering weekly themes and diverse activities. Weekly outings included in pricing. Ottawa, Ontario Day camp Coed
Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre Oakville Education: Language Instruction Day camp, Program We offer a fully immersive French experience led by our expert native teachers. Camps, Interactive Classes, as well as various enriching cultural events throughout the year. Learn to Love and Speak French at LPE! Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Coed Cost Varies View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	0	4-16	44	Oakville, Ontario	Education: Language InstructionLe Petit Écolier French Language CentreWe offer a fully immersive French experience led by our expert native teachers. Camps, Interactive Classes, as well as various enriching cultural events throughout the year. Learn to Love and Speak French at LPE! Oakville, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Block 8 Academy Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Active, Creative, Mix of Indoor and Outdoor all in one camp! Encourage your children to socialize in person, or have them enjoy learning a new skill online with top notch voice instructors, debate, creative writing... Read more... Ages 5 to 12 Coed from $45/day View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	45	5-12	45	Port Moody, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Block 8 AcademyActive, Creative, Mix of Indoor and Outdoor all in one camp! Encourage your children to socialize in person, or have them enjoy learning a new skill online with top notch voice instructors, debate, creative writing... Port Moody, British Columbia Day camp, Program Coed
Laurus Summer Camp Quebec (5) Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Montreal, Laval and Beaconsfield's #1 Lifestyle Summer day camp! We blend fun, education & specialty training in arts, academics and sports! Weekly program for kids ages 3 - 15! Registration is open in November for 2020! Read more... Ages 3 to 15 Coed from $150/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	150	3-15	46	Montreal, Laval, Beaconsfield, Westmount	Traditional (multi activity) Laurus Summer CampMontreal, Laval and Beaconsfield's #1 Lifestyle Summer day camp! We blend fun, education & specialty training in arts, academics and sports! Weekly program for kids ages 3 - 15! Registration is open in November for 2020! Montreal, Laval, Beaconsfield, Westmount Day camp Coed
Safer Cycling Calgary Calgary Sport: Cycling Day camp, Program, Family camp Courses for ages 4 and up from the never-ever to advanced bicycling and summer day camps for kids. Professional, fun instructors ensure your bicycling skills improve so that you can safely ride your bike for any purpose. Read more... Ages 4 to 99 Coed from $80/program View profile	Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	80	4-99	47	Calgary, Alberta	Sport: CyclingSafer Cycling CalgaryCourses for ages 4 and up from the never-ever to advanced bicycling and summer day camps for kids. Professional, fun instructors ensure your bicycling skills improve so that you can safely ride your bike for any purpose. Calgary, Alberta 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 $519/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	519	6-16	48	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
Toronto Kidz Baby Point, Toronto; High Park, Toronto; Roncesvalles Village, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Each week focuses on a theme such as Dinosaurs, Animals, etc. for our younger campers and Science, Fitness, Arts, etc. for our 8-12 year olds. Field trips to Toronto's main attractions are the highlight of the week. Read more... Ages 5 to 12 Coed from $213/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	213	5-12	49	Baby Point, Toronto, Ontario, High Park, Toronto, Ontario, Roncesvalles Village, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Toronto KidzEach week focuses on a theme such as Dinosaurs, Animals, etc. for our younger campers and Science, Fitness, Arts, etc. for our 8-12 year olds. Field trips to Toronto's main attractions are the highlight of the week. Baby Point, Toronto, Ontario, High Park, Toronto, Ontario, Roncesvalles Village, Toronto, Ontario Day camp 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 $1,280/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Girls	1280	4-16	50	Sharbot Lake, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp OcontoFounded 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. Sharbot Lake, Ontario Overnight camp Girls
CASMA Camps Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program High quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Coed from $200/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	200	4-16	51	Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Heights, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) CASMA CampsHigh quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Day camp, Program Coed
Mayfair Clubs Markham; Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Leslieville, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Mayfair Clubs offers a wide variety of Sports Day Camps at all of our locations for ages 2-17. We specialize in tennis & squash programming but also offer swimming, multi-sport and even camps for young toddlers. Read more... Ages 2 to 16 Coed from $70/day View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	70	2-16	52	Markham, Ontario, Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto, , Leslieville, Toronto, Ontario, Markham,	Traditional (multi activity) Mayfair ClubsMayfair Clubs offers a wide variety of Sports Day Camps at all of our locations for ages 2-17. We specialize in tennis & squash programming but also offer swimming, multi-sport and even camps for young toddlers. Markham, Ontario, Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto, , Leslieville, Toronto, Ontario, Markham, Day camp, Program Coed
Ryerson Day Camps Bay Street Corridor, Toronto; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp Ryerson University offers safe and fun experiences for kids and teens. Programs include architecture, basketball, engineering, film, graphic design, robotics, science, soccer, and more! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $270/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp openCamp Coed	270	6-17	53	Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, , Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Ryerson Day CampsRyerson University offers safe and fun experiences for kids and teens. Programs include architecture, basketball, engineering, film, graphic design, robotics, science, soccer, and more! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, , Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp Coed
Camp Solelim Lawrence Manor, Toronto; Sudbury Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Camp Solelim is a sleepover camp designed for Jewish 13 to 15 year olds. Our programming includes traditional waterfront, sports, arts and outdoor activities, as well as leadership development and community building. Read more... Ages 13 to 15 Coed from $7,385/6 weeks View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	7385	13-15	54	Lawrence Manor, Toronto, Ontario, Sudbury, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp SolelimCamp Solelim is a sleepover camp designed for Jewish 13 to 15 year olds. Our programming includes traditional waterfront, sports, arts and outdoor activities, as well as leadership development and community building. Lawrence Manor, Toronto, Ontario, Sudbury, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Camp Ponacka Bancroft; Peterborough; The Beach, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Ponacka has been a "home away from home" for hundreds of boys since 1947. A traditional summer camp where boys gain confidence through independence, find lifelong friends and have so much fun - and it's tech free. Read more... Ages 6 to 15 Boys from $2,600/2 weeks View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Boys	2600	6-15	55	Bancroft, Ontario, Peterborough, Ontario, The Beach, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp PonackaPonacka has been a "home away from home" for hundreds of boys since 1947. A traditional summer camp where boys gain confidence through independence, find lifelong friends and have so much fun - and it's tech free. Bancroft, Ontario, Peterborough, Ontario, The Beach, Toronto, Ontario Overnight camp Boys
Camp Kodiak Parry Sound Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Fun! Friends! Success! An integrated overnight summer camp for children & teens with and without LD, ADHD, and high-functioning ASD. We provide a SOCIAL SKILLS program, ACADEMIC program and 50+ activities. Read more... Ages 6 to 18 Coed from $1,527/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	1527	6-18	56	Parry Sound, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp KodiakFun! Friends! Success! An integrated overnight summer camp for children & teens with and without LD, ADHD, and high-functioning ASD. We provide a SOCIAL SKILLS program, ACADEMIC program and 50+ activities. Parry Sound, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
National Yacht Club Sailing Camp and School Harbourfront, Toronto Sport: Sailing/Marine Skills Day camp Looking for a fun and affordable camp on Toronto's waterfront? Learn to sail, make new friends and enjoy Lake Ontario. Join the National Yacht Club Sailing & Racing School and get out on the water this summer! Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Coed from $303/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	303	7-18	57	Harbourfront, Toronto, Ontario	Sport: Sailing/Marine SkillsNational Yacht Club Sailing Camp and SchoolLooking for a fun and affordable camp on Toronto's waterfront? Learn to sail, make new friends and enjoy Lake Ontario. Join the National Yacht Club Sailing & Racing School and get out on the water this summer! Harbourfront, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed
Sylvan Learning Oakville Oakville; Online Education (multi) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program At Sylvan of Oakville, we have STEM Summer Camps, STEM Club, tutoring in JK-Gr. 12 math, reading, and writing, as well as SAT/ACT prep courses. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $30/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	30	5-18	58	Oakville, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education (multi)Sylvan Learning OakvilleAt Sylvan of Oakville, we have STEM Summer Camps, STEM Club, tutoring in JK-Gr. 12 math, reading, and writing, as well as SAT/ACT prep courses. Oakville, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Higher Training Basketball Academy Burlington Sport: Basketball Day camp, Program Higher Training Basketball Academy, offering: group, private and semi private skills based basketball training. During the holiday's we offer large group basketball classes and travel for tournaments too! Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $36/month View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	36	4-18	59	Burlington, Ontario	Sport: BasketballHigher Training Basketball AcademyHigher Training Basketball Academy, offering: group, private and semi private skills based basketball training. During the holiday's we offer large group basketball classes and travel for tournaments too! Burlington, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Reidmount Discovery School Vancouver; Mississauga; Brampton; Burlington; Ajax Education (multi) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Virtual Saturday classes, for all students who needs to excel, enhance or accelerate their academics. Our teachers will work to improve your child's grades from JK-Grade 12 for Math, English, Science, Writing and Coding. Read more... Ages 3 to 18 Coed from $600/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	600	3-18	60	Vancouver, , Mississauga, Ontario, Brampton, Ontario, Burlington, Ontario, Ajax,	Education (multi)Reidmount Discovery SchoolVirtual Saturday classes, for all students who needs to excel, enhance or accelerate their academics. Our teachers will work to improve your child's grades from JK-Grade 12 for Math, English, Science, Writing and Coding. Vancouver, , Mississauga, Ontario, Brampton, Ontario, Burlington, Ontario, Ajax, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Mi-A-Kon-Da Parry Sound; Hamilton Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A traditional, all-girls summer camp with various outdoor activities including sailing, wilderness trips, arts and crafts activities and more. Offering 1, 2 or 4 week sessions or an introductory weekend. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Girls from $2,240/2 weeks View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Girls	2240	6-16	61	Parry Sound, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Mi-A-Kon-DaA traditional, all-girls summer camp with various outdoor activities including sailing, wilderness trips, arts and crafts activities and more. Offering 1, 2 or 4 week sessions or an introductory weekend. Parry Sound, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario Overnight camp Girls
Ontario Tech University Summer Camps Oshawa; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp Explore unique science and tech programs at Ontario Tech, including LEGO, Coding, Minecraft and more! Virtual camps will require minimal parent support once the camp site has been successfully accessed. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls from $90/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls	90	6-17	62	Oshawa, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Ontario Tech University Summer CampsExplore unique science and tech programs at Ontario Tech, including LEGO, Coding, Minecraft and more! Virtual camps will require minimal parent support once the camp site has been successfully accessed. Oshawa, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed, Girls
Salazar Golf Academy Markham Sport: Golf Day camp, Program, Family camp This summer your child can learn the fundamentals of GOLF at Salazar Golf Academy, where having fun is our number one rule. We have many returning campers every year, and we look forward to greeting new campers. Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Coed from $379/week View profile	Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	379	7-16	63	Markham, Ontario	Sport: GolfSalazar Golf AcademyThis summer your child can learn the fundamentals of GOLF at Salazar Golf Academy, where having fun is our number one rule. We have many returning campers every year, and we look forward to greeting new campers. Markham, Ontario Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed

Interpersonal skills defined

“The skills we use everyday to communicate with others [include] the ability to control and self-regulate our own emotions” says Leigh King, one of the day camp managers at the YMCA of Greater Toronto. “Being able to effectively communicate with … peers and effectively control emotions is a huge part of growing up and learning. The more [kids] can learn that at a young age, the more positive interactions they’ll have with their peers, teachers and friends.” Early development of interpersonal skills can play a huge role in a child’s maturation.

What are the benefits of interpersonal skills?

The development of interpersonal skills goes deeper than the ability to communicate, if you ask Alice Wiafe. For her, it’s a kind of intelligence, “a science that allows you to know how you’re wired, how you’re seen, how you’re perceived by other people … It’s your ability to read those cues with other people”. Emotional intelligence, she says, demonstrates the importance of interpersonal skills in everyday life. As a psychotherapist at Positive Kids, she deals directly with children’s growth in the realm of social and emotional skills.

“Emotional intelligence [understanding, demonstrating and regulating emotions] is now a higher predictor of success than IQ,” according to research, she says. “Interpersonal skills and the ability to hone, nurture and grow in that part of your life is probably the most important piece [of kids’ personal development], more so than getting A’s in math.”

This ability to connect and relate to other people, to communicate effectively and read social cues is extremely important, “in the workplace, in relationships ... in your [ability] to be self-aware and how you’re being perceived by others,” she says.

Emotional intelligence is now a higher predictor of success than IQ.

As children get older, their interpersonal skills will develop and help them in their adult lives. These skills are useful in both personal and professional settings. People with interpersonal skills are better equipped to understand the needs and wants of others. They’re able to make positive adjustments to their behaviour or actions and cultivate harmonious environments as a result. They’re more likely to solve problems without commotion, communicate effectively and have a deeper consideration of others.

How to develop your child’s interpersonal skills

You can foster interpersonal skills by modeling certain behaviours for your child. This includes keeping your temper at bay when you’re frustrated, working through situations calmly, listening to others and communicating how you feel calmly and respectfully. You can also encourage your child to practice positive interpersonal skills around other people by using manners, being polite and respectful. Remember to support your child’s achievements and use any discrepancies as an opportunity to learn from mistakes.

Children aren’t born with interpersonal skills. As Wiafe explains, “some kids are naturally more comfortable with people but many are not. A lot of times they have to be honed, developed and learned.”

Social environments provide children with the ability to focus on building relationships, gain confidence and manage their own emotions, behaviours and speech. It’s increasingly important, she points out, “that [camps and schools] are now realizing how important emotional intelligence is and are actually putting supports in place to make sure that’s something that’s nurtured in the curriculum.”

How does camp accelerate the development of interpersonal skills?

In a camp setting, children are exposed to new and various people. At camp, they build new relationships, develop skills and gain confidence. Through daily trial and error, kids learn at their own pace. “How you act during that process all naturally contributes to building interpersonal skills,” she explains. “If you were to ask a parent about what their child learned at camp, or if you were to ask an adult about what they learned at camp as a child ... they often will tie it back to social skills as well as just learning skills in general and how that has improved their confidence and helped them in their lives as they got older.”

Wiafe supports King’s point by mentioning that a camp environment is “built around the whole idea of building emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.”

“They recognize that it’s very much needed and very significant in nurturing both intrapersonal skills (my relationship with myself) and interpersonal skills (my relationship with somebody else).”

What is an example of interpersonal skills?

If a child is told to line up and they begin to push people or cut ahead, thatès one example of lacking interpersonal skills. Children don’t realize “there’s repercussions for that behaviour in terms of how they’re seen and ultimately treated,” Wiafe explains. “A child who has learned interpersonal skills would recognize that, if I act this way or say these things, then it’ll cost people to not want to be around me or not want to be my friend.” It’s all about developing fuller relationships with others around them.

Leigh King illustrates an example of interpersonal skills at the YMCA of Greater Toronto, where she works. An initiative called “The YMCA Values Bead Program” awarded beads to campers demonstrating one or more of their six core values: respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, caring, honesty and health. One camper showed surprising personal growth by offering to give away one of his Values Beads in acknowledging both the emotions and actions of his peers.

Leigh tells the whole story below.

Want your child to enhance their interpersonal skills?

Children learn interpersonal skills through exposure to others in a structured environment, like camp. They meet new friends, strengthen relationships, work in small and large groups and develop those interpersonal skills. “I just can’t stress enough what a huge role that I feel camp plays in the development of positive interpersonal skills for children and youth,” King mentions. “Camp is just a huge [opportunity] for children to learn and grow.”

At camp, “members of a peer group get all thrown together, and co-operation then becomes really important,” says Joan Grusec, professor emerita of psychology at the University of Toronto. “And that’s a great experience: learning how to get along with other people; take your fair share, no more; be concerned for other people.” Kids learn by example, she says, seeing it as “a natural way of life, [where] nobody questions it: This is the way we do things. We care for other people.”

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