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Camp Basics
Faith-based camps, like faith-based schools, allow for spiritual development along with the emotional, physical, intellectual and social elements of camp. "Some faith-based camps will be stronger on faith, while others are designed to be an alternative to broken homes," says Derrick Mueller, the national director of Christian Camping International in Canada. "How that faith is actualized will be different for each camp." Read more
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Milton (View map) This Christian camp has horseback riding, archery, swimming, gaga ball, cooperative games and more, and boasts 3rd generation campers. Kids have been raving about the wonderful family-style meals for well over 55 years.
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Mississauga (View map) Camp SMPCS is an exciting and dynamic summer camp program where your child will develop fundamental social, sport and leadership skills and build their confidence.
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Caledon (View map) Just an hour from the GTA, a traditional Christian summer camp & year round retreat facility, specializing in developing youth through horse, hockey, adventure, bmx, soccer, figure skate, ninja warrior, WHAM & day camps.
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Vancouver Island (View map) Camp Qwanoes is a youth-focused high adventure Christian overnight camp that exists to love kids to life like no other. Summer camps for ages 8-18 and leadership programs starting at age 15. Over 75 activities.
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Haliburton (View map) Medeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from.
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Vancouver (View map) Known for its delicious, home-style food, friendly staff, beautiful, convenient location, and exceptional programs, Timberline is open all year for camps, retreats, youth groups, banquets, and conferences.
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Southern Bruce County (View map) This Christian camp includes focuses on outdoor skill based activities such as horseback riding, canoeing, archery, riflery. It is situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario.
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Ferintosh (View map) Offers onsite Summer camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp in Alberta.
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Quadra Island (View map) Camp Homewood offers four radically different, exciting overnight camp experiences at its stunningly beautiful Sailing, Harbour, Woodsman, and Ranch Camps. Homewood's 26 camp sessions provide exceptional fun and value!
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Torrance (View map) 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.
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Some, like Camp Hyanto, a coed, residential camp in Gananoque, offer a more structured faith-based experience, with morning worship and chapel sessions each day. Others, like Fraser Lake Camp, take campers on a less traditional spiritual journey, bringing the Bible’s messages to life through ongoing skits rather than structured readings and teachings.
"We aim to teach the campers without them realizing it’s a lesson," says Eric Musselman, director of Fraser Lake Camp. "We don’t have a lot of specific teaching time. Instead, we like to have all aspects of the camp operate within a Christian context." The camp begins and ends with a chapel session, but throughout the week the children watch educational skits.
Fraser Lake Camp, a non-denominational Christian summer camp in Bancroft, Ontario reduces social barriers by eliminating the need for money at camp. “We don’t have a camp store—we don’t want to be in a situation where one child has $100 to spend for the week, while another has just $10,” says Musselman. "We take away factors that would label the kids."
For some children, going to the right camp allows them and others to see who they really are. "Troubled kids that find their way to a faith-based camp experience love as opposed to programs," says Mueller. "The atmosphere of love develops a love of who you are."
Operated by the Anglican Church of Canada, Camp Hyanto accepts campers of all faiths. "We allow kids who are struggling that a lot of other camps can’t accommodate. We offer guidance and love, and we show them that they are special," says Laura Morrison, the camp’s director. "We want to share the love that God gives us."
Learn more about how camp helps kids develop faith.
How many Religious camps are there?
There are 10 Religious camps that are Our Kids trusted members. Use the filters to narrow options by age or type, then click on each organization to read reviews, browse program schedules, and access registration details.
What are the fees to attend Religious camps ?
Fees for Religious camps range from $155 to $1,825 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.
What age do Religious camps start at?
There are programs available for children starting at age 1. Family and adult programs are also available.