Maker camps are one of the most exciting, rapidly growing type of summer camp or March break program. These camps focus on a very practical curriculum influenced by the Makerspace (also called Hackerspace) movement. Some official maker camps originated in association with makezine.com, but the term is also applied more generally and includes camps around the world. Read more
Camps below offer Makerspace among other fun kids' camp activities.
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FOCUS: Robotics
Oct 09 - Dec 11, 2021
Design, build and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Read more |
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FOCUS: Robotics
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Design, build and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Traditional
Nov 04 - Dec 16, 2021
Start or continue your child’s journey of learning, fun & friendship! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 16, 2021
Come join us to learn basic coding skills and robotic technology to solve real-world problems! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 16, 2021
Projects include: a portable game controller, a rocket launchpad, and an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 15, 2021
Children will build their own Mars Rover and control it remotely by coding their own transmitters and receivers Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Traditional
Nov 06 - Dec 18, 2021
Have your kids join our community of young makers as they learn new tech skills & have fun! Read more |
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FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 16, 2021
Students will learn concepts from the grade 5 and 6 Ontario Science and Technology curriculum with a hands-on approach! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Projects include: a portable game controller, a rocket launchpad, and an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Nov 13 - Dec 16, 2021
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Complete a new project every day. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Minecraft
Oct 16 - Dec 10, 2021
Dive into the world of Minecraft where kids can link virtual concepts to Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Read more |
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FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 15, 2021
Create architectural scale-models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home program Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Traditional
Nov 06 - Dec 18, 2021
Have your kids join our community of young makers as they learn new tech skills & have fun! Read more |
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FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 16, 2021
Youth are able to harness their creativity through projects and become confident entrepreneurs! Read more |
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FOCUS: Woodworking
Oct 13 - Dec 15, 2021
Students will learn basic safety practices, hand tools, construction techniques, & finishing methods. No experience required! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 15, 2021
Create architectural scale-models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home program Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 16, 2021
Learn about coding and building electronic projects in a beginner-friendly environment. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Students will cultivate creative strategies while exploring and developing new applications of technology and art! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Nov 13 - Dec 16, 2021
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Complete a new project every day. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 11, 2021
Students will learn about the science and engineering concepts behind space exploration Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 16, 2021
Projects include: a portable game controller, a rocket launchpad, and an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Robotics
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Design, build and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Nov 26 - Nov 26, 2021
Have your kids join our community of young makers as they learn new tech skills & have fun! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Students will cultivate creative strategies while exploring and developing new applications of technology and art! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Projects include: a portable game controller, a rocket launchpad, and an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat. Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Nov 19 - Nov 19, 2021
Have your kids spend PA learning, making & having fun! They will learn about robotics, 3D printing & laser cutting! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Nov 11, 2021
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Complete a new project every day. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Robotics
Oct 09 - Dec 17, 2021
Design, build and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 15, 2021
Projects are inspired by the grade 3 and 4 Ontario Science and Technology Curriculum! Read more |
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DAY CAMP
FOCUS: Traditional
Dec 20 - Dec 30, 2021
Learn new tech skills like coding, 3D printing & laser cutting in a safe, welcoming & creative space! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 12 - Dec 16, 2021
Create architectural scale-models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home kit. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 15, 2021
Children will build their own Mars Rover and control it remotely by coding their own transmitters and receivers Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Nov 11, 2021
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Complete a new project every day. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Woodworking
Oct 13 - Dec 15, 2021
New to woodworking? Come join us in a fun, exploration-based environment to learn basic woodworking skills! Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 15, 2021
Students build confidence & independence as they are exposed to 2D and 3D design, woodworking, robotics and more! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Minecraft
Oct 16 - Dec 10, 2021
Dive into the world of Minecraft where kids can link virtual concepts to Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Oct 09 - Dec 11, 2021
Students will learn about the science and engineering concepts behind space exploration Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Sep 01 - Dec 31, 2021
This program offers well structured coding lesson plans developed by Google in a storytelling way. Book a free trial class! Read more |
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FOCUS: Programming
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
Code Ninjas PRO Offers powerful practical coding for teens and adults ages 14 and up. Read more |
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FOCUS: Arts & Crafts
Nov 19 - Nov 19, 2021
Participants will explore their creativity and paint on specialty papers and canvas with watercolours, acrylics and others Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: STEAM
Sep 18, 2021 - Jun 18, 2022
Each month will feature a different theme including robotics, coding, video game design, and more! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Traditional
Apr 01 - Dec 30, 2021
Children build DIY STEAM Kits every week, all by staying at home with our live coach. Perfect family boding activity! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEM
Oct 18 - Nov 27, 2021
Unpack your Camp Kit and join us for our LIVE, INTERACTIVE hands-on STEM activities from the comfort of your own home. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Sep 14, 2020 - Dec 31, 2021
Learn how to make 3D animations & visualize in VR! Get your child excited about coding. Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Arts & Crafts
Nov 19 - Nov 19, 2021
Participants will explore their creativity and paint on specialty papers and canvas with watercolours, acrylics and others. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: Space
Oct 08 - Oct 25, 2021
P A Days can be a day of boredom for kids stuck at home. Join Indus Space at our day camps to explore the solar system! Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEM
Apr 01 - Dec 30, 2021
Children learn the essentials of computing basics, internet safety, MS Office Basics. Get a Free Trial Class Now! Read more |
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FOCUS: Computers
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
An exciting Learning adventure for tech-loving kids ages 7-14 Read more |
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PROGRAM
FOCUS: Computers
May 01 - Dec 31, 2021
Our after school programs runs every school day from 3pm - 5 pm. School pickup can be arranged. Read more |
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VIRTUAL
FOCUS: STEAM
Sep 01 - Dec 30, 2021
We offer free trial class on selected after-school programs. Book it now and we will come back to you. Read more |
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FOCUS: STEAM
Sep 18, 2021 - Jun 18, 2022
Each month focuses on a new and exciting area of STEM including 3D Design, Robotics, Coding, Video Game Design, and more! Read more |
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STEM Camp is a weekly summer day camp at more than 50 locations across Canada where youth aged 5-13 engage in fun and amazing activities in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math. 519-475-6600. stemcamp.ca Read more...
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Blend of 5 flavors in our Kids Coding & Robotics Camp in Toronto! Learn to Code, Learn to build: Robotics & Circuits, Outdoor play:Logic Games & a field trip to a tech company! Never a dull moment in our camps & programs Read more...
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Enrichment Studies at Queen's University connects students in Grades 5-12 with exciting university experiences. We inspire our participants to reach their potential through mentorship, growth and problem solving. Read more...
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After-school program and summer camps for robotics, coding, game development, 3D design and other STEM activities. Read more...
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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...
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STEAM based camp and workshops •3D Design and Printing •Robotics • Mechatronics •Virtual & Augmented Reality •Internet Of Things (IoT) • Computer programming •Video Game Design Read more...
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A co-ed summer day camp close to the city offering camp activities for any child: traditional camp, sports camp, golf camp, tennis camp or leadership training. Read more...
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A technology camp that offers kids the opportunity to touch on a full range of fun and engaging technology classes and activities that encourage kids to use their creativity to be the technology makers of the future. Read more...
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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...
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A STEAM (STEM + Arts) summer camp and before and after-school care provider that offers variety of classes, including coding, cooking, game design, robotics and virtual reality for children ages 4-13. Read more...
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Build build critical-thinking skills through FUN, hands-on enrichment, and after school classes, camps, birthday experiences, and workshops. AWESEOME inquiry-based STEAM programs! Read more...
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Three exceptional summer courses for high school students interested in architecture, design, and building a portfolio. Read more...
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SMCS Camps 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: smcscamps.com Read more...
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A unique summer experience, Where Sports Meets Education and campers get to engage in both STEM Learning & Basketball or Soccer Development. Each week we offer a unique experience for continued growth and engagement. Read more...
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SummerArts combines the best of camp with the best of the arts, with great food, a full rec schedule, campfire, and of course a core of incredible arts programming, all on a beautiful campus overlooking the Bay of Fundy. Read more...
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Maker camps offer programming similar to STEM curriculum but add practical tech interests (ranging from robotics to coding to design) as well as craft materials. Makerspace camps tend to emphasize collaboration and can be thought of as more workshop-oriented than other technology camps. Some are associated with major corporations such as Intel and others.
The advantage of maker camps may seem obvious in our increasingly technology-oriented world, but here's a close look at some reasons to dive into a maker kids camp:
Addition of a social element. While technologically-oriented kids may delight in making things on their own, makerspace summer camps add the benefit of collaboration, comparison, presentation and communication (among other things). Growth in these critical soft skills gives kids an edge in social situations, and in job skills as they look at future career paths.
Curriculum is created by experts. Maker camps in major cities are often associated with universities and/or corporate sponsors. Teen makers can always work on independent projects, but the discipline instilled through professionally-developed curriculum gives them needed guidance in understanding a practical application of makerspace learning.
They meet kids from elsewhere in their area. Kids at any summer camp form friendships and connections that can last a long time into the future. Some Toronto maker camps are attended by kids from countries around the world, in fact. This is an extension of camps' ability to help kids grow in social skills and form early connections to others with similar interests. They might indeed form collaborative connections that may extend far into the future and be fruitful in ways that parents and instructors cannot anticipate.
Maker camps are part of a rapidly expanding universe of technology camps focused on helping kids develop skills they will use well into the future. Their practical-oriented curriculum has implications for the development of an entrepreneurial bent, and career choices, etc. these camps might be thought of as oriented toward older kids, related to robotics and other technology camps and targeted toward older kids who may have previously attended Lego or Minecraft camps.
Parents navigating their way through these options or descriptions need to work closely with their kids and with camps listed below to note which camps most closely match their needs and expectations.
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