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June 2023

Summer Kick-Off Party Ottawa

June 10, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Ottawa | Community - Family

Save the date! Join us for an afternoon of carnival games, crafts, a campfire and more! This is a great chance to meet new friends, reconnect with old ones and get excited about the summer ahead! At this program, there will be an opportunity to join an Information session and learn more about summer camp.

Summer Kick-Off Party London

June 11, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

London | Community - Family

Save the date! Join us for an afternoon of carnival games, crafts, a campfire and more! This is a great chance to meet new friends, reconnect with old ones and get excited about the summer ahead! At this program, there will be an opportunity to join an Information session and learn more about summer camp.

Summer Kick-Off Party Toronto

June 17, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Toronto | Community - Family

Save the date! Join us for an afternoon of carnival games, crafts, a campfire and more! This is a great chance to meet new friends, reconnect with old ones and get excited about the summer ahead! At this program, there will be an opportunity to join an Information session and learn more about summer camp.

Family Tent Camping – Ottawa 1

Saturday, June 24, 2023 - Sunday, June 25, 2023

Ottawa | Family Weekend Retreats

Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family. Join us on an overnight weekend tent camping trip for the whole family. Cook dinner over an open fire, roast marshmallows, sleep in a tent and sing around a campfire. All camping equipment is provided. Just bring a sense of adventure!

Virtual Campfire

Thursday, June 29, 2023 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Virtual | Community - Family

Help us kick off summer camp across the province! Get ready to sing songs, make crafts and make lots of friends along the way!


July 2023

Family Camp 1

Saturday, July 1, 2023 - Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Session 1 (Bereaved Siblings – Ages 6-18)

Saturday, July 1, 2023 - Friday, July 7, 2023

Muskoka | Community - Campers & Siblings

At overnight camp, days are filled with opportunities for campers to try something new (waterskiing, pottery, high-ropes, and much more!), share experiences with kids in similar journeys and make friendships that last a lifetime. Led by trained volunteers and staff as well as a team of nurses and physicians, campers are provided a supportive environment to have an unforgettable week.

Family Camp 2

Saturday, July 8, 2023 - Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Family Tent Camping – Toronto 1

Saturday, July 8, 2023 - Sunday, July 9, 2023

Toronto | Family Weekend Retreats

Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family. Join us on an overnight weekend tent camping trip for the whole family. Cook dinner over an open fire, roast marshmallows, sleep in a tent and sing around a campfire. All camping equipment is provided. Just bring a sense of adventure!

Leaders in Training 1 (LIT 1) Session 1

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Muskoka | Teen & Leadership

LIT1 campers learn how to facilitate program activities, work with younger campers and participate in workshops on leadership, communication and team building. Plus, there is plenty of time for all your favourite camp activities, such as high ropes, swimming and a three-night canoe trip. (Campers ages 16-17)

Upstream

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Muskoka | Teen & Leadership

Learn advanced canoeing skills and how to live in the wilderness on this eight-day whitewater canoe trip up the French River. Campers ages 16-18.

Session 2 (Patients – Ages 6-14)

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Muskoka | Summer Camp

At overnight camp, days are filled with opportunities for campers to try something new (waterskiing, pottery, high-ropes, and much more!), share experiences with kids in similar journeys and make friendships that last a lifetime. Led by trained volunteers and staff as well as a team of nurses and physicians, campers are provided a supportive environment to have an unforgettable week.

Leaders in Training 1 (LIT 2)

Sunday, July 9, 2023 - Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Muskoka | Teen & Leadership

LIT2 campers build on leadership and facilitation skills while working alongside experienced volunteers and staff to learn how to support younger campers and oversee activities at camp. Campers ages 17-18.

Family Camp 3

Saturday, July 15, 2023 - Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Family Tent Camping – Ottawa 2

Saturday, July 15, 2023 - Sunday, July 16, 2023

Ottawa | Family Weekend Retreats

Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family. Join us on an overnight weekend tent camping trip for the whole family. Cook dinner over an open fire, roast marshmallows, sleep in a tent and sing around a campfire. All camping equipment is provided. Just bring a sense of adventure!

Camp-In-A-Day

Saturday, July 15, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Toronto | Community - Family

Swimming, archery, arts and crafts, and more! All of your favourite camp activities, all in one day!

Family Camp 4

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Session 3 (Patients – Ages 6-14)

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Thursday, July 27, 2023

Muskoka | Summer Camp

At overnight camp, days are filled with opportunities for campers to try something new (waterskiing, pottery, high-ropes, and much more!), share experiences with kids in similar journeys and make friendships that last a lifetime. Led by trained volunteers and staff as well as a team of nurses and physicians, campers are provided a supportive environment to have an unforgettable week.

Family Tent Camping – London

Saturday, July 22, 2023 - Sunday, July 23, 2023

London | Family Weekend Retreats

Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family. Join us on an overnight weekend tent camping trip for the whole family. Cook dinner over an open fire, roast marshmallows, sleep in a tent and sing around a campfire. All camping equipment is provided. Just bring a sense of adventure!

Pool Party

Saturday, July 22, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Hamilton | Community - Family

Splish splash! Get ready for poolside games, snacks and a whole lot of swimming!

Kahoot! Trivia

Thursday, July 27, 2023 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Virtual | Community - Campers & Siblings

Test your knowledge at trivia night!

Family Camp 5

Saturday, July 29, 2023 - Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Ottawa Day Camp (Ages 4-10)

Monday, July 31, 2023 - Friday, August 4, 2023

Ottawa | Summer Day Camp

Experience all the fun and excitement of a week at camp close to home! Enjoy five days of camp activities, special workshops, skillbuilding activities and more.

Leaders in Training 1 (LIT 1) Session 2

Monday, July 31, 2023 - Thursday, August 10, 2023

Muskoka | Teen & Leadership

LIT1 campers learn how to facilitate program activities, work with younger campers and participate in workshops on leadership, communication and team building. Plus, there is plenty of time for all your favourite camp activities, such as high ropes, swimming and a three-night canoe trip. (Campers ages 16-17)

High School Credit

Monday, July 31, 2023 - Friday, August 18, 2023

Muskoka | Teen & Leadership

This three-week program allows campers to earn a Grade 11 high school credit in healthy living and outdoor activities during camp. Students participate in outdoor physical activities including a three-night canoe trip, develop leadership skills and complete coursework while enjoying the friendship and fun of camp. This program is for campers on or off treatment. Campers ages 16-18.

Session 4 (Patients – Ages 6-14)

Monday, July 31, 2023 - Thursday, August 10, 2023

Muskoka | Summer Camp

At overnight camp, days are filled with opportunities for campers to try something new (waterskiing, pottery, high-ropes, and much more!), share experiences with kids in similar journeys and make friendships that last a lifetime. Led by trained volunteers and staff as well as a team of nurses and physicians, campers are provided a supportive environment to have an unforgettable week.


August 2023

Family Camp 6 (Bereaved Families)

Sunday, August 6, 2023 - Thursday, August 10, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Session 5: 7Scape (Patients – Ages 15-18)

Saturday, August 12, 2023 - Friday, August 18, 2023

Muskoka | Summer Camp

At overnight camp, days are filled with opportunities for campers to try something new (waterskiing, pottery, high-ropes, and much more!), share experiences with kids in similar journeys and make friendships that last a lifetime. Led by trained volunteers and staff as well as a team of nurses and physicians, campers are provided a supportive environment to have an unforgettable week.

Family Camp 7

Sunday, August 13, 2023 - Thursday, August 17, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Toronto Day Camp (Ages 4-10)

Monday, August 14, 2023 - Friday, August 18, 2023

Toronto | Summer Day Camp

Experience all the fun and excitement of a week at camp close to home! Enjoy five days of camp activities, special workshops, skillbuilding activities and more.

Family Tent Camping – Toronto 2

Saturday, August 19, 2023 - Sunday, August 20, 2023

Toronto | Family Weekend Retreats

Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family. Join us on an overnight weekend tent camping trip for the whole family. Cook dinner over an open fire, roast marshmallows, sleep in a tent and sing around a campfire. All camping equipment is provided. Just bring a sense of adventure!

Beach Party

Saturday, August 19, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Ottawa | Community - Family

Let’s soak up some sun (and SPF)! Get ready for games, sandcastle building contests and a whole lot of fun.

Family Camp 8

Sunday, August 20, 2023 - August 24, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

Session 6 (Siblings – Ages 6-18)

Monday, August 21, 2023 - Saturday, August 26, 2023

Muskoka | Summer Camp

At overnight camp, days are filled with opportunities for campers to try something new (waterskiing, pottery, high-ropes, and much more!), share experiences with kids in similar journeys and make friendships that last a lifetime. Led by trained volunteers and staff as well as a team of nurses and physicians, campers are provided a supportive environment to have an unforgettable week.

Book Club

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Virtual | Community - Campers & Siblings

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. (Pup Detectives: The First Case by Felix Gumpaw) 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. (Spy School by Stuart Gibbs) Choose one of the books we’ve selected and then join your camp friends to chat, craft and play games all related to the book. Paperback, ebook or audio book will be provided.

Dinner and a Movie

Friday, August 25, 2023 6:00 – 9:30 p.m.

Toronto | Community - Family

Enjoy dinner and s’mores on the rooftop, followed by a movie.

Family Camp 9

Sunday, August 27, 2023 - Thursday, August 31, 2023

Rainbow Lake | Overnight

Near the town of Waterford: (Campers ages 0-18 and up to two parents/guardians per family.) Enjoy a five-day overnight camp experience for the whole family! Meet other families and experience all the fun camp has to offer. Seasonal activities include: campfires, sleeping in cabins, canoeing, archery, evening games and so much more!

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