Summer at BGC Durham
BGC Durham is proud to offer high-quality, in-person summer camps—information for all camps below. Registration opens on February 17th for Members and on February 24th for Non-Members.
Lunch and Dietary Information
Campers are required to bring litter-less lunch and snacks unless otherwise indicated.
Note: Please keep in mind we do not provide refrigeration or microwaves for children to use.
Our Devoted Staff
We are proud of our exceptional staff, chosen for their genuine interest in children and youth. We employ caring and creative individuals who possess exceptional leadership qualities.
- All staff are required to participate in 35 hours of pre-camp training.
- All staff members have First Aid, CPR, and High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development certifications.
- All aquatic staff members are required to have Red Cross and Life Saving Society qualifications.
Camp Refund Policy
Non-refundable Fee: $50.00 of the camp fee, per child for each week, is non-refundable.
Changes & Cancellations: A $10.00 charge will apply for each child, per session, for:
- Registration changes
- Cancellations
- Transfers
- Requests for registration copies for income tax purposes
Please note: All registration modifications must be done in person.
Notice for Refunds: Refunds will not be provided if less than 14 days notice is given.
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Ajax Summer Camp
Check out the upcoming themes available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
Breakfast is served until 8:00 am, and it is cereal, not hot breakfast.
Campers will have to bring two snacks and a litter less lunch each day.
Campers must bring litter less lunches and snacks. Please keep in mind we do not and will not provide any refrigeration or microwaves for your children to use.
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8:30am-4:00pm |
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Weekly Rates Members: $200/camper ($180 for the 4-day week) Non-Members: $225camper ($200 for the 4-day week)
$50 non-refundable deposit due at the time of registration. All cancellations must be made by email to info@bgcdurham.com |
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Extended Care Options Early Care (7:00am-8:30am): $5/camper/day After Care (4:00pm-6:00pm): $5/camper/day |
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80 Falby Ct, Ajax, ON L1S 1N4 |
Inclusion Support
Every child should have an equal opportunity to have a great time at camp!
BGC Durham’s Summer Camp takes place in a sensory rich environment that is fast paced and stimulating. Inclusion support may be required for some children to participate in program if:
- extra support is received at school;
- they require support at home for basic care;
- engage in behavior that may affect the safety of themselves or others;
- is associated with a support agency;
- is unable to self-propel;
- is unable to self-regulate.
If any of the above apply to your child or you are unsure whether your child will require support, please complete the Inclusion Participant Profile found at bgcdurham.com/inclusion and submit forms to cgenereux@bgcdurham.com.
Requests are fulfilled in the order that they are received and is based off of availability of appropriate inclusion staff. To help ensure a safe, successful, and fun experience, we interview families and children as a part of our registration process, and pair them with the most suitable inclusion staff member to meet their needs. Registration for program is not complete until Inclusion requests have been satisfied. Participants may provide their own support staff to assist if desired. A waitlist will be available once spots are filled.
Rookie Camp (Ages 4-5)
| Rookie Camp will include active and quiet games, indoor and outdoor activities, creative arts and crafts, mini science experiments, story times and much more. Your camper will experience exciting activities with exploration and discovery by using their imagination. But most importantly they will be having fun all day long! | |
| July 6-10 | Mini Paw Palooza |
| July 13-17 | Mini Festive Frenzy |
| July 20-24 | Tiny Tale Trekkers |
| July 27-31 | Junior Splash Week |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Little Big Explorers |
| August 10-14 | Tiny Taste Makers Camp |
| August 17-21 | Tiny Adventure Island |
| August 24-28 | Jr. Art Explosion |
Fun Seeker Camp (Ages 6-12)
| Each week will be filled with fun and variety. Campers will participate in many age-appropriate activities highlighted around the weekly theme. Please note there will be a minimum of one water day activity per week! | |
| July 6-10 | Ultimate Challenge Week (Zoo to You) |
| July 13-17 | Festive Frenzy (Pingles) |
| July 20-24 | Critter Quest (Jungle Cat World) |
| July 27-31 | H2-Ohhhh! (Foam Party at Ajax) |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Super Science & Slime (Ajax Bowling) |
| August 10-14 | Junior Master Chef Camp (Playtopia) |
| August 17-21 | Adventure Island (Fun Fair at EV) |
| August 24-28 | Art Explosion (Cineplex) |
Eastview Summer Camp
Check out the upcoming themes available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
Breakfast is served until 8:00 am, and it is cereal, not hot breakfast.
Campers will have to bring two snacks and a litter less lunch each day.
Campers must bring litter less lunches and snacks. Please keep in mind we do not and will not provide any refrigeration or microwaves for your children to use.
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8:30am-4:00pm |
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Weekly Rates Members: $200/camper ($180 for the 4-day week) Non-Members: $225/camper ($200 for the 4-day week) $50 non-refundable deposit due at the time of registration. All cancellations must be made by email to info@bgcdurham.com |
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Extended Care Options Early Care (7:00am-8:30am): $5/camper/day After Care (4:00pm-6:00pm): $5/camper/day |
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433 Eulalie Ave, Oshawa, ON L1H 2C6 |
Inclusion Support
Every child should have an equal opportunity to have a great time at camp!
BGC Durham’s Summer Camp takes place in a sensory rich environment that is fast paced and stimulating. Inclusion support may be required for some children to participate in program if:
- extra support is received at school;
- they require support at home for basic care;
- engage in behavior that may affect the safety of themselves or others;
- is associated with a support agency;
- is unable to self-propel
- is unable to self-regulate.
If any of the above apply to your child or you are unsure whether your child will require support, please complete the Inclusion Participant Profile found at bgcdurham.com/inclusion and submit forms to cgenereux@bgcdurham.com.
Requests are fulfilled in the order that they are received and is based off of availability of appropriate inclusion staff. To help ensure a safe, successful, and fun experience, we interview families and children as a part of our registration process, and pair them with the most suitable inclusion staff member to meet their needs. Registration for program is not complete until Inclusion requests have been satisfied. Participants may provide their own support staff to assist if desired. A waitlist will be available once spots are filled.
Rookie Camp (Ages 4-5)
| Rookie Camp will include active and quiet games, indoor and outdoor activities, creative arts and crafts, mini science experiments, story times, and much more. Your camper will experience exciting activities with exploration and discovery by using their imagination. But most importantly, they will be having fun all day long! | |
| June 29 – July 3 (4-Day Week) | Jumping Into Summer Fun! |
| July 6-10 | Creepy Crawler Week |
| July 13-17 | It’s a Safari Out There |
| July 20-24 | Lego Creations |
| July 27-31 | Fairytale Remix |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Little Green Thumbs |
| August 10-14 | Passport To Fun |
| August 17-21 | Music and Movement |
| August 24-28 | Zany Zootacular |
Funseeker Camp (Ages 6-12)
| Each week will be filled with fun and variety. Campers will participate in many age appropriate activities highlighted around the weekly theme. Daily activities will be packed with fun from opening and closing circles, to 3 optional fun swims a week, along with arts and crafts and science experiments. Campers will experience our in house games room, gym, outdoor play area, as well as participate in special events and much more! | |
| June 29 – July 3 (4-Day Week) | Surfing Into Summer (Foam Party at EV) |
| July 6-10 | Reptile Roundup (Zoo to You) |
| July 13-17 | Wild Discovery Week (Pingles) |
| July 20-24 | Mini Iron Chef (Jungle Cat World) |
| July 27-31 | Spirit Week Wonders (Nebs) |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Paint and Playm (Foam Party at EV) |
| August 10-14 | Around The World in 5 Days (Playtopia) |
| August 17-21 | Jammin Together (Fun Fair at EV) |
| August 24-28 | The Great Gameshow (Cineplex) |
Swim Camp (Ages 6-12)
| This camp is recommended for swimmers who are between Levels 1-6. Campers ages 6-12 years old will have a daily morning swimming lessons as a required part of this camp program. Campers will be able to swim and strengthen their aquatic skills in our in-house swimming pool with our qualified Instructors. Campers will also have many fun opportunities through out the day to play and participate in games in the Fun Room, Gamesroom and outside, as well as participate in daily fun swims. Camp will be centered on a fun weekly theme. Space is limited. |
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| June 29 – July 3 (4-Day Week) | Swimmers, take your marks! |
| July 6-10 | Pirates and Mermaids |
| July 13-17 | Marine Explorers |
| July 20-24 | Under the Sea |
| July 27-31 | The Great Treasure Caper |
| August 4-7* (4-Day Week) | Summer Swim Olympics! |
| August 10-14 | Aquatics has Talent! |
| August 17-21 | The Great Aquatics Race! |
| August 24-28 | The Final Countdown to the End of Summer! |
Speciality Camp Hooked (Ages 9-12)
This camp will focus on details about fishing equipment and techniques of casting, tying knots, handling fish and rigging the line with bait. Also, hands-on experience of a fishing trip is planned for everyone to go and try what they have learned. All equipment will be provided. This camp is in memory of Camp Volunteer Facilitator Mr. Bonesso
| June 29 – July 3 | Hooked (Darlignton Park) |
Northview Summer Camp
Check out the upcoming themes available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
Drop off and pick up will be at Northview for all ages.
Special events and bigger activities will be planned for outside at NV.
Breakfast is served until 8:00 am, and it is cereal, not hot breakfast.
Campers will have to bring snacks and a litter less lunch each day.
If weather permits, we will be doing water activities within the individual groups, so towels and change of clothes will be needed on scheduled days but should be available each day.
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8:30am-4:00pm |
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Weekly Rates Members: $200/camper ($180 for the 4-day week) Non-Members: $225/camper ($200 for the 4-day week)
Teen Weekly Rates: $245/camper ($196 for the 4-day week) $221/camper August 4-7 $265/camper August 17-21 $255/camper + $30 unless they have a Wonderland season pass August 24-28 $50 non-refundable deposit due at the time of registration. All cancellations must be made by email to info@bgcdurham.com |
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Extended Care Options Early Care (7:00am-8:30am): $5/camper/day After Care (4:00pm-6:00pm): $5/camper/day |
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150 Beatrice St E, Oshawa, ON L1G 7T6 |
Inclusion Support
Every child should have an equal opportunity to have a great time at camp!
BGC Durham’s Summer Camp takes place in a sensory rich environment that is fast paced and stimulating. Inclusion support may be required for some children to participate in program if:
- extra support is received at school;
- they require support at home for basic care;
- engage in behavior that may affect the safety of themselves or others;
- is associated with a support agency;
- is unable to self-propel
- is unable to self-regulate.
If any of the above apply to your child or you are unsure whether your child will require support, please complete the Inclusion Participant Profile found at bgcdurham.com/inclusion and submit forms to cgenereux@bgcdurham.com.
Requests are fulfilled in the order that they are received and is based off of availability of appropriate inclusion staff. To help ensure a safe, successful, and fun experience, we interview families and children as a part of our registration process, and pair them with the most suitable inclusion staff member to meet their needs. Registration for program is not complete until Inclusion requests have been satisfied. Participants may provide their own support staff to assist if desired. A waitlist will be available once spots are filled.
Rookie Camp (Ages 4-5)
| All camps have a fun and wonderful theme that most or part of the day will be focused on. Each week our camps will be filled with physical activity, arts/crafts, team building, exploring inside and outside, going on adventures, making friends and so much more. | |
| June 29 – July 3 (4-Day Week) | Mini Maple Camp |
| July 6-10 | Mini Messy Scientists |
| July 13-17 | Mini Goal Getters |
| July 20-24 | Mini Oz Explorers |
| July 27-31 | Mini Magicians |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Tiny Trailblazers |
| August 10-14 | Mini Monsters in the Sun |
| August 17-21 | Tiny Tinkerers |
| August 24-28 | Little Wranglers |
Funseeker Camp (Ages 6-9)
| Each week will be filled with fun and variety. Campers will participate in many age appropriate activities highlighted around the weekly theme. Daily activities will be packed with fun from opening and closing circles, fun water activities, arts and crafts, games room, gym, outdoor play, special events and much more! | |
| June 29 – July 3 (4-Day Week) | Maple Leaf Madness |
| July 6-10 | Junior Grossology Scientists (Nebs) |
| July 13-17 | Junior World Cup Champions (Foam Party at NV) |
| July 20-24 | Emerald City Adventurers (Oshawa Zoo) |
| July 27-31 | Junior Wizards (Foam Party at NV) |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | ️ Junior Explorers (Nebs) |
| August 10-14 | ️ Ghoul Wave Riders (Playtopia) |
| August 17-21 | Junior Gearheads (Fun Fair at EV) |
| August 24-28 | Gold Rush Gang (Foam Party at NV) |
Fun Finders Camp (Ages 10-12)
| All camps have a fun and wonderful theme that most or part of the day will be focused on. Each week our camps will be filled with physical activity, arts/crafts, team building, exploring inside and outside, going on adventures, making friends and so much more. | |
| June 29 – July 3 (4-Day Week) | True North Adventures |
| July 6-10 | Mess Masters Science Camp (Nebs) |
| July 13-17 | Goal Scorers Academy (Foam Party at NV) |
| July 20-24 | Oz Quest Masters (10-year-olds, Oshawa Zoo, 11 + Warsaw Caves) |
| July 27-31 | Spellbound Scholars (Foam Party at NV) |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | ️ Global Quest Masters (Nebs) |
| August 10-14 | ️Monster Surf Squad (Playtopia) |
| August 17-21 | Gold Rush Gang (Fun Fair at EV) |
| August 24-28 | Trailblazer Crew (Foam Party at NV) |
Teens (Ages 13-15)
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Teen Camp is where older campers spend the day enjoying activities tailored just for them. Teens will take part in a mix of games, special events, and both on- and off-site adventures. Each week includes two trips, one of which is a bigger adventure that may have an additional fee. Every Friday, campers go swimming at Eastview. Throughout the week, teens can enjoy the tech center, gym, games room, outdoor activities, and more. This is the perfect opportunity for teens to make new friends, socialize, explore their favorite activities and sports, and experience adventures they might not otherwise try.
Teen Trips
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| July 14 | Nebs |
| July 22 | Warsaw Cavs |
| July 31 | TBD |
| Aug 5th–7th | Overnight Camping at Darlington |
| August 11 | Movies |
| August 18 | WIBIT Water Park |
| August 25 | Wonderland |
St. Anne Summer Camp
Check out the upcoming themes available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
Campers will have to bring two snacks, a litter-less lunch, a water bottle, sunscreen, hat, and change of clothes for water play activities every day.
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8:30am-5:00pm |
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Weekly Rates Members: $200/camper ($180 for the 4-day week) Non-Members: $225/camper ($200for the 4-day week)
$50 non-refundable deposit due at the time of registration. All cancellations must be made by email to info@bgcdurham.com |
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Please Note St. Anne location does not run early or aftercare |
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2465 Bridle Rd, Oshawa, ON L1L 0H9 |
Inclusion Support
Every child should have an equal opportunity to have a great time at camp!
BGC Durham’s Summer Camp takes place in a sensory rich environment that is fast paced and stimulating. Inclusion support may be required for some children to participate in program if:
- extra support is received at school;
- they require support at home for basic care;
- engage in behavior that may affect the safety of themselves or others;
- is associated with a support agency;
- is unable to self-propel
- is unable to self-regulate.
If any of the above apply to your child or you are unsure whether your child will require support, please complete the Inclusion Participant Profile found at bgcdurham.com/inclusion and submit forms to cgenereux@bgcdurham.com.
Requests are fulfilled in the order that they are received and is based off of availability of appropriate inclusion staff. To help ensure a safe, successful, and fun experience, we interview families and children as a part of our registration process, and pair them with the most suitable inclusion staff member to meet their needs. Registration for program is not complete until Inclusion requests have been satisfied. Participants may provide their own support staff to assist if desired. A waitlist will be available once spots are filled.
Rookie Camp (Ages 4-5)
| All camps have a fun and wonderful theme that most or part of the day will be focused on. Each week our camps will be filled with physical activity, arts/crafts, team building, exploring inside and outside, going on adventures, making friends and so much more. | |
| July 6-10 | The Great Camp Race |
| July 13-17 | Pirates in Action |
| July 20-24 | Future Builders |
| July 27-31 | Airbandits |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Under the Sea |
| August 10-14 | Time Travelers |
| August 17-21 | Jr. Jays |
| August 24-28 | Mini Heros |
Funseeker Camp (Ages 6-12)
| Each week will be filled with fun and variety. Campers will participate in many age appropriate activities highlighted around the weekly theme. Daily activities will be packed with fun from opening and closing circles, fun water activities, arts and crafts, games room, gym, outdoor play, special events and much more! | |
| July 6-10 | Amazing Race (Nebs) |
| July 13-17 | Pirates Life (Foam Party at St. Anne) |
| July 20-24 | STEM Explorers (6-10 year olds, Oshawa Zoo, 11+ Warsaw Caves) |
| July 27-31 | Air Rockers (Foam Party at St. Anne) |
| August 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Ocean Explorers (Nebs) |
| August 10-14 | Past, Present, and Fun (Playtopia) |
| August 17-21 | Homerun Hitters (Fun Fair at EV) |
| August 24-28 | Super Hero Training (Foam Party at St. Anne) |