Summer Camps

SJS Summer to Discover Camps run Monday to Friday from June 17–July 12.

• Week 1: June 17–June 21
• Week 2: June 24–June 28
• Week 3: July 2–July 5 (no camp on Monday)
• Week 4: July 8–July 12

Before Camp Care: 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Regular Camp Day: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM (pickup between 3:00 and 3:30 PM)
After Camp Care: 3:30 PM–5:00 PM

Week 1, 2, 4: $345/week
Week 3: $275/week

Early Bird Pricing: 10% discount on full-day camps until March 31.

Before Camp Care: $12.50 per session, per day
After Camp Care: $12.50 per session, per day

Cancellation: All cancellations are subject to a $30 fee to cover administration and credit card processing costs. See below for more information about cancellations.

Please register for camp programs on CampBrain.

Cancellation Policy: Please note, all cancellations are subject to a $30 processing fee. 

Cancellations on, or prior to, May 17 will receive a full refund for the program fee. After May 17, all fees are non-refundable. If you need to cancel your child’s registration in one of our programs, please contact us at summer@sjs.ca.

Each camper will receive one complimentary t-shirt on their first day of camp. Size selection will be prompted during registration. Please note, camp t-shirts are mandatory for Beach Day!

SJS Summer to Discover Merchandise

Item	Cost	Image
T-Shirt	$15
Hoodie	$30
Bucket Hat	$18
Water Bottle	$5

Please note the following changes to Merchandise availability.

From now until Friday, June 14:

• Camp merchandise can be purchased on your CampBrain account at any time.
• Campers will receive their merchandise order on the first day of the first week of camp they are registered for.

After Friday, June 14:

• Merchandise will be available for purchase online each week (for the following camp week) from Monday to Thursday ONLY.
• Online purchasing will be closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday for the following program weeks.
• Any online orders made by Thursday will be fulfilled and merchandise will be given to campers on the first day of the week of camp they are registered for.
• If parents/guardians would like to purchase additional merchandise during the week their child is in camp (or missed the Thursday cut-off) they must do so in person at the sign in/out desk in the courtyard.

Ages 4–6

Ages 6–8

Ages 8–11

Ages 4–6

Ages 6–8

Ages 8–11

Ages 4–6

Ages 6–8

Ages 8–11

Ages 4–6

Ages 6–8

Ages 8–11

What are the operating hours of camp? 

• The regular camp day runs from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM (pickup between 3:00–3:30 PM)
• Before Camp Care runs from 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
• After Camp Care runs from 3:30 PM–5:00 PM
• Our gates open at 8:45 AM every camp morning, Monday through Friday. 

What can I expect on the first day of camp?

• Be prepared to stay a few extra minutes during drop-off on the first day so our staff can ensure that we have all of the required information from you. 

What activities are offered at SJS Summer to Discover?

• We offer a diverse range of activities including sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, team-building games, themed days, and more. 
• On the first day of camp, you will receive a schedule from your child’s leader detailing the camp’s activities for the week, based on the program’s weekly theme. Please note that these schedules are subject to change based on weather and participant needs. 

What should campers bring with them to camp?

• Each day, campers must bring sunscreen, a water bottle, a NUT-FREE packed lunch, snacks, a hat, and any necessary medication. One complimentary SJS Summer to Discover T-shirt will be provided to all campers for their first day of camp. Any additional merchandise can be purchased during registration or on-site by the courtyard entrance during camp days.
• Please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for the weather, with layers that can be added or removed with varying temperatures. We recommend packing a change of clothes in case clothes get wet during the day. Please label all belongings with your child’s name so that we can return any misplaced items.

Are electronics allowed at camp?

• Electronic devices are not permitted at camp, please do not send your child to camp with devices (eg. cell phones, tablets, video games, etc.). We wish to encourage campers to interact and connect with themselves and their environment during their time at camp. Additionally, we strongly encourage campers to leave any toys/stuffed animals at home, to prevent these items from becoming lost or damaged. 

Are meals provided at camp?

• Lunch is NOT provided at camp. Please ensure that all campers bring a nut-free, packed lunch every day. Please note that there will be no opportunities for lunch drop-offs during camp. 
• If a camper does not have lunch, we can provide an assortment of snacks for the camper for a $10 fee. Our staff will communicate this with parents/guardians and the fee will be added to the camper’s account on CampBrain.

My child lost something at camp. Where can I go to retrieve a lost item?

• There is a Lost & Found box located in the Atrium, (where the children gather for Before and After Camp Care). At the end of every day, unclaimed items found throughout campus are put in the Lost & Found. We keep lost items for the duration of camp and then donate any unclaimed items. 

If English is not my child’s first language, can they attend camp?

• We welcome campers from all language groups and nationalities. However, in order to ensure the safety of all campers and camp staff, all campers must be able to speak and understand English fluently.

Does my child need to be toilet trained to attend camp?

• Yes, all campers need to be fully toilet independent, and must be able to toilet without ANY assistance (including accompaniment or wiping) to attend camp. Parents/guardians will be called to pick up their camper if any toileting accidents occur. Repeat accidents will result in dismissal of the program without a refund.

How can I register my child for a week of camp?

• You can register your child online via our camp website: CampBrain. 

Can campers request to be placed in the same group as their friends?

• Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate requests as our registration is completed on a first-come, first-served basis.

The camp I want to register for is full. Is there a waitlist?

• If your first-choice program is full, you may add your child to the waitlist and/or select an alternate program for registration. If and when spaces become available, waitlisted registrants will be contacted via email in the order of the waitlist.

What is the refund and cancellation policy?

• Full refunds will be issued for any cancellations before May 17, 2024. Any cancellation requests after May 17, 2024 are non-refundable. 
• Refunds will not be provided for inclement weather or for days of camp not attended. 
• SJS Summer to Discover will do everything we can to avoid program cancellations, however, if the minimum enrolment is not met, programmes may be cancelled. If this occurs, your child will be accommodated in another program or week, where space permits, or you will receive a full refund.
• If you need to cancel your child’s registration in one of our program, please contact us at summer@sjs.ca.
• All cancellations are subject to a $30 fee to cover administration and credit card processing costs.

Where do I drop off my child for camp?

• Parents/guardians must sign their child in with the camp leader each morning at their camp classroom. Campers must not be dropped off in the courtyard.
• Campers and parents/guardians will enter the school building through the courtyard between our two main entrance doors at 2215 West 10th Avenue.

Where do I pick-up my child after camp? 

• Parents/guardians must sign their child out with the camp leader each afternoon at their camp classroom, and MUST have a valid photo ID with them. Please ensure the person picking up the camper (even if it is a parent/guardian) is listed on the authorized pick up list and has a valid photo ID. 
• Pick ups will be between 3:00 PM and 3:30 PM in your child’s camp classroom.

Where do I go for Before or After Camp Care?

• Before and After Camp Care take place in the Atrium. 
• For drop off, please enter through the courtyard gate and sign your child in with the camp leader.
• For pick up, please enter through the courtyard gate and sign your child out with the camp leader. Ensure the person picking up the child has a valid photo ID and is on the authorized pick-up list.

Can I pick up my child early from camp?

• For early pick up, please email us at summer@sjs.ca as soon as possible with the child’s name, program name, and time of pick up.

Can I drop my child off later in the day?

• If your child will be late for camp, please email summer@sjs.ca with the child’s name, program name, and time they will be arriving. Our coordinator team will help ensure a smooth drop off for your child.

How can I add someone new to the authorized pick-up/drop-off list?

• To add a person to your camper’s authorized pick up list, the parent or guardian must contact us at summer@sjs.ca with the full name, phone number, and relation to the child of the person picking up the child, before the pick up.
• Please note, parents and guardians must also be added to this list—it is not populated automatically.

 I cannot pick up/drop off my child during regular camp hours. What can I do?

• Before and After Camp Care is available on a per-day basis, from 7:30 to 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM for parents/guardians who are unable to drop off or pick up during regular camp hours.
• Please note that a fee of $25 will be charged for late pick ups, after 5:00 PM.

How are safety and supervision ensured during the day camp?

• Safety is our top priority. All summer camp staff are certified in first aid and CPR and adhere to strict supervision policies and safety protocols for all activities. 

What is the leader-to-camper ratio?

• Our camps for children aged 6–8 and 8–11 have a group size of 20 campers with two leaders, providing a ratio of 1:10. 
• Our camps for children aged 4–6 have a group size of 16 campers with two leaders, providing a ratio of 1:8.

 What happens if my child is sick and unable to attend camp? 

• A child who is unwell should be kept home from camp. Please email summer@sjs.ca in the morning to advise leaders of your child’s absence, including their full name and program name. Participants should not return to camp until they are healthy again.
• Should a participant become sick during the day while at camp, parents/guardians will be contacted to pick up their child. If parents/guardians cannot be reached, the designated emergency contact will be called. Please make sure the emergency contact listed for your child is current, available and local.
• Refunds or credits are not provided for any missed days.