Summer camps in Canada

Going to summer camp is a quintessential Canadian experience. Canada is a diverse and expansive country, and an astounding range of summer camps reflects that same breadth in the innovative programs offered in varied and unique settings. Summer camps in Canada offer something for everyone— whether the goal is high adventure, wilderness appreciation, an artistic or educational pursuit, or just plain fun.

Canadians see summer camps as playing a key role in helping their children develop strong social, leadership and other life skills. There are great Canadian summer camps focusing on sports (such as soccer, tennis, and baseball), the arts (such as music and dance), and education (such as computers and debating).

Some argue that we are losing our connection to nature and it is imperative that we pass on that connection to the next generation of Canadians - and a good way to do that is through summer camp.

A study done a few years ago looking at consumer attitudes towards summer camps, found that over 80 percent of Canadians think summer camps are important in helping children make friends as well as acquire important skills in outdoor activities, sports, and the arts. The study also found that 90 percent of Canadian parents, who attended summer camps as children, send their own kids to camp. With the country's unique geography and breathtaking landscapes, Canadian summer camps naturally attract campers from abroad every summer, including from the United States.

Our Kids has all the goods on going to summer camp in Canada. We've been covering the world of Canadian kids' summer camps for over two decades now on OurKids.net, through our annual Camp and program guide, and through our partnership with the Globe and Mail.