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Lindsey Williams (Parent) 5 "His swimming skills have increased significantly" I was nervous about sending my son to camp however, everything went well. At first, he was nervous however, found friends easily and made relationships with the camp counsellors. As a Y kid myself, I ... Read full review As an employee of the YMCA it is vital that my child has a warm and welcoming environment to spend his summer vacation. As a Y kid myself, I was eager to have my child join the Y day camps as it was vital to my childhood and I... My son is easy and has fun with whatever is planned. The relationships he makes with the camp counsellors seem to be his favorite! I wasn't a fan of having the camp run at Glashyn though. I preferred the camp running out of Ta... My son made friends with new campers however recognized some from school and his brother's school. He also remembered some kids from the previous years of being at camp and March break camp. We didn't have any issues with bull... Camp helped my son prepare for Kindergarten and helped with his nervous nature. His swimming skills have increased significantly to the point where while on vacation with our family he decided he didn't need a life jacket anym... Loved the camp counsellors! Some I taught in the Child Care and some work for me in the Child Care! The camp counsellors were young so some were not at the stage in their life to deal with conflicts however, this is understand... As the Director of Child Care, I am highly encouraging my families who have children going to Kindergarten in September to join the camps as the camps provide children with pre-kindergarten skills that are required for the fal...	all_reviews parent	1,2,4,5,6,7,9,
Dominique Pilon (Parent) 5 "Absolutely worth the investment. The skills, friendships, and memories my child gained are invaluable." I can't express enough how exceptional the YMCA camp in the National Capital Region of Ottawa truly is. From the moment we arrived, it was evident that this was a well-organized, top-quality program. ... Read full review The YMCA camp in the National Capital Region of Ottawa initially caught our attention due to its stellar reputation for providing high-quality programs and its safe, welcoming environment. The diverse range of activities tailo... The YMCA camp in the National Capital Region of Ottawa initially caught our attention due to its stellar reputation for providing high-quality programs and its safe, welcoming environment. The diverse range of activities tailo... Yes, my child made several new friends and also strengthened existing friendships at the camp. The camp's inclusive and supportive environment fostered positive social interactions, helping children bond over shared activities... Attending this camp provided my child with a variety of valuable skills and opportunities for personal growth. They developed essential life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and communication through group activities and c... The professionalism and dedication of the organization's administration and staff truly stood out to both me and my child. The staff's genuine enthusiasm and commitment to creating a positive and enriching experience were evid... If you're considering this YMCA camp for your child, I would highly recommend it! Make sure to review the camp's itinerary and activities to ensure they align with your child's interests and preferences. Don't hesitate to reac...	all_reviews parent	1,2,4,5,6,7,9,

Lindsey Williams (Parent)

5

"His swimming skills have increased significantly"

I was nervous about sending my son to camp however, everything went well. At first, he was nervous however, found friends easily and made relationships with the camp counsellors. As a Y kid myself, I ... Read full review

Dominique Pilon (Parent)

5

"Absolutely worth the investment. The skills, friendships, and memories my child gained are invaluable."

I can't express enough how exceptional the YMCA camp in the National Capital Region of Ottawa truly is. From the moment we arrived, it was evident that this was a well-organized, top-quality program. ... Read full review

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Chelsea Burwash (alumnus) I was a camper, and now my kids will be campers! I went to this camp every year, all different programs.... It was the best experience in any camp I ever been too! I am so excited to be able to send my kids to this camp to experience and learn all the same cool and fun stuff I did!	all_reviews alumnus	,
Corey Kirkland (parent) Great Counsellors! My 10 year old daughter went there for a week and had am amazing time. The counsellors were great.	all_reviews parent	,
Dani Elle (parent) First Summer, but not the last! My son had the best summer. It was his first year here at Camp Otonabee, but it will definitely wont be his last!	all_reviews parent	,
JH (parent) Happy and Tired Kids! This is the second year my kids have attended Camp Otonabee. Everyday they get off the bus tired but happy. They get lots of fresh air and exercise, learn new skills, and challenge themselves. They are so proud of how much braver they were this year on the ropes than last. Highly recommend this camp.	all_reviews parent	,
Cain Canning (alumnus) From camper to vendor and alumni! Seriously beautiful camp. I've attended for 3 years when I was younger and now I'm lucky to be able to work alongside the camp by setting up inflatable rides and games. Every single day was something unique and fun. As a kid with anxiety, I was free at camp and it helped me develop socially without pushing m... Show More	all_reviews alumnus	,

OUR KIDS review of YMCA of the National Capital Region

There’s more than a few reasons why the Y programs, particularly around camping, are so highly regarded, and the camps offered by YMCA of the National Capital Region are exemplary of all of them. They are age appropriate, providing opportunities to grow up within them, from day camps through to long-duration tripping and leadership training. All the camps are fun, to be sure, but they are also about growing into roles of responsibility. The values of the Y programs, too, are a draw, based in the tripartite focus on mind-body-spirit. Expert leadership, inclusive programming, a wealth of programming, and a nice constellation of facilities. There’s simply a lot to love.

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YMCA of the National Capital Region Reviews

5 (8 total reviews)

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Lindsey Williams (Parent)

5

Dominique Pilon (Parent)

5

Short reviews of YMCA of the National Capital Region

Chelsea Burwash (alumnus)

Corey Kirkland (parent)

Dani Elle (parent)

JH (parent)

Cain Canning (alumnus)

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YMCA of the National Capital Region Reviews

5 (8 total reviews)

Verified written reviews of YMCA of the National Capital Region

Lindsey Williams (Parent)

5

Dominique Pilon (Parent)

5

Short reviews of YMCA of the National Capital Region

Chelsea Burwash (alumnus)

Corey Kirkland (parent)

Dani Elle (parent)

JH (parent)

Cain Canning (alumnus)

OUR KIDS review of YMCA of the National Capital Region

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