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	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta Pioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure, creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun! Rocky Mountain House; Sundre Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 19 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Program from $289	programclasscoedallgirlsallboys	289	5-19	1	Rocky Mountain HouseSundreOnlineAlberta
Empower Learning Centre Join our summer camps at Empower Learning Centre! Engage in fun activities, develop new skills, and make lasting memories. Limited spots available. Register now! Mississauga Traditional (multi activity) Ages 2 to 18 (Coed) Program, Day Camp from $110	programclassdaycampcoed	110	2-18	2	MississaugaOntario
Lakefield College School Summer Programs Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Lakefield Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $330	daycampovernightcampcoed	330	4-18	3	LakefieldOnlineOntario
Pickering College Summer Camps Our nature centered day camp is for campers entering Kindergarten to Grade 8. Overnight camp options for Global Leadership and ESL for students entering Grades 9-12 are also available. Newmarket Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $475	overnightcampcoed	475	4-18	4	NewmarketOnlineOntario
Code-it Hacks Blend of 5 flavors in our Kids Coding & Robotics Camp in Toronto! Learn to Code, Learn to build: Robotics & Circuits, Outdoor play:Logic Games & a field trip to a tech company! Never a dull moment in our camps & programs Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto Computer (multi) Ages 4 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp from $450	daycampcoed	450	4-17	5	Bloor West Village, TorontoHigh Park, TorontoOnlineOntarioWest-End
Summer Springboard With over 60 academic tracks on 16 top college campuses, SSB programs offer students with almost any passion the opportunity to look inward and go upward! International Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi) Ages 14 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $5,298	overnightcampcoed	5298	14-18	6	InternationalOnlineInternational
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario offers two amazing overnight camps for campers aged 5-16 - YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth (CQE) in Georgian Bay Islands National Park and YMCA Camp Henry in Point Pelee National Park. Leamington; London; Port Severn Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $600	overnightcampcoed	600	5-16	7	LeamingtonLondonPort SevernOntario
TAC - Sports, Aquatics and Education TAC Sports, Aquatics & Education specializes in Sports, Swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 3-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead! Throughout Ontario (8) Traditional (multi activity) Ages 3.5 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $250	daycampcoed	250	3.5-16	8	Bridle Path, TorontoLytton Park, TorontoRichview, TorontoAuroraThornhillWhitbyWoodbridgeOntarioEtobicoke, North-York, Uptown
Outward Bound Canada Outward Bound Canada provides challenging adventures in the outdoors across the country that develop self-respect, awareness of others, interpersonal skills, and a sense of accomplishment. East York, Toronto; Algonquin Park; Kananaskis; Vancouver; Vancouver Island Adventure (multi) Ages 9 to 19 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $1	daycampovernightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	1	9-19	9	East York, TorontoAlgonquin ParkKananaskisVancouverVancouver IslandAlberta, British Columbia, OntarioEast-York
La Citadelle Summer Camp La Citadelle Summer Camp offers unique Programs that incorporate educational enrichment (French, English & Math), with an exciting array of activities, sports, fine arts & technology. Our Camps run for the month of July. York Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 2.5 to 12 (Coed) Program from $439	programclasscoed	439	2.5-12	10	York Mills, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
FDT Debate Academy FDT Academy's 2023/24 Debate & Public Speaking programs are offered either in-person in Vancouver or, online via Zoom. FDT is renowned for having 40+ of its students make it onto national Debate & Speech teams. Vancouver Education: Debate Ages 5 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program from $100	daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed	100	5-18	11	VancouverOnlineBritish Columbia
Carpe Diem Education Transformative gap year, semester, and summer programs, emphasizing experiential learning and personal growth. Our international programs specialize in promoting cultural immersion and meaningful adventure! International Adventure (multi) Ages 14 to 22 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $5,995	overnightcampcoed	5995	14-22	12	InternationalInternational
Ashbury College Summer Programs Ashbury's Summer Program offers a broad range of summer camps in the performing and visual arts, athletics, and STEM as well as academic workshops and reach ahead credit courses. Learn something new this summer! Ottawa North Traditional (multi activity) Ages 8 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $400	daycampcoed	400	8-18	13	Ottawa NorthOntario
Camp UofT Scarborough Camp U of T Scarborough provides quality in-person STEM programs for children and youth through a variety of specialty themed camps, leadership workshops, inclusive activities and special events! Highland Creek, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $290	daycampcoed	290	6-15	14	Highland Creek, TorontoOntarioScarborough
VISST Camps STEAM spring and summer camps for kids 8-15. Topics include Game Design, Animation, Machine Learning, AI, Math, Sustainability and more. Cultivating curiosity and having fun are explicit goals of our programs. Vancouver Education: STEAM Ages 8 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $250	daycampcoed	250	8-15	15	VancouverBritish Columbia
Ryde Lake Camp Ryde Lake Camp, in the heart of the Muskoka, offers a traditional camp experience for girls. The program empowers campers to be themselves, becoming strong, independent, and compassionate individuals for life. Gravenhurst Traditional (multi activity) Ages 9 to 16 ( Girls) Overnight Camp from $850	overnightcampallgirls	850	9-16	16	GravenhurstOnlineOntario
Focus Learning Academic Centre An academic enrichment learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens with over 20 course offerings in the Language, STEM, and Leadership streams. Visit us at www.focuslearning.ca L'Amoureaux, Toronto Education (multi) Ages 7 to 13 (Coed) Virtual Program from $420	virtualprogramcoed	420	7-13	17	L'Amoureaux, TorontoOnlineOntarioScarborough
Camp Can-Aqua A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patience & empathy. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here. Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $2,950	overnightcampcoed	2950	5-17	18	Haliburton HighlandsOakvilleOttawaOnlineOntario
Out to Play Learning and connecting through play! A Forest and Nature School offering outdoor arts, storytelling, daily hikes and play in forests and meadows. Experienced educators. Easily accessed from downtown Ottawa and Kanata. Ottawa Adventure (multi) Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $360	daycampcoed	360	4-12	19	OttawaOntario
Debate Camp For all students interested in public speaking, debating and Model United Nations. A well-rounded program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Debate day and overnight camps running June - August. Forest Hill, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto; North Toronto, Toronto; Ottawa; St. Catharines Education: Debate Ages 10 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $495	daycampovernightcampcoed	495	10-16	20	Forest Hill, TorontoLawrence Heights, TorontoNorth Toronto, TorontoOttawaSt. CatharinesOntarioMidtown, North-York, Uptown
COC Summer Music Camp Create, Compose, Design, Perform! Explore music and the performing arts through our innovative and engaging Summer Music Camps held at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto; East York, Toronto Arts: Performing Arts (multi) Ages 6 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $395	daycampcoed	395	6-18	21	Bay Street Corridor, TorontoEast York, TorontoOntarioDowntown, East-York
Appleby College Summer Programs Located on our beautiful 60-acre lakeside campus in southwest Oakville, Appleby Summer Programs offer day camp, overnight (NEW) enrichment, leadership and credit program options for campers and students ages 4-17. Oakville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 17 (Coed) Program from $550	programclasscoed	550	4-17	22	OakvilleOnlineOntario
Radiant Girls All-Girls Leadership & Wellness events led by professional coaches, school teachers, & female leaders. Camps featuring Adventure, Arts, Horses, Spa, Fitness, Leadership, Business, Friendship & Emotional Intelligence Burlington; Guelph; King Traditional (multi activity) Ages 8 to 16 ( Girls) Day Camp, PA Day from $179	daycamppadayallgirls	179	8-16	23	BurlingtonGuelphKingOnlineOntario
Block 8 Academy Preschool Playfit, Rainbow of Music, French - Camps and Classes for 2.5 to 12 year olds - licensed as daycare so eligible for government subsidies while your kids receive the best in instruction. 2-11 hours per day. Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $50	daycampcoed	50	5-12	24	Port MoodyOnlineBritish Columbia
Ross Creek Centre for the Arts SummerArts combines the best of camp with the best of the arts! We offer great food, a full rec schedule, campfire, and a core of incredible arts programming, all set on a beautiful campus overlooking the Bay of Fundy. Canning Arts (multi) Ages 5 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp from $345	daycampcoed	345	5-18	25	CanningNova Scotia
Learn & Experience L&E World Camps inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning multi-activity programs in Canada and Europe. The camps can be combined with L&E Teen Travel trips to create a summer experience of a lifetime. International; Shawnigan Lake Traditional (multi activity) Ages 8 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $3,000	overnightcampcoed	3000	8-16	26	InternationalShawnigan LakeBritish Columbia, International
Tall Ships Adventure Your temporary home on the water, where you will eat, sleep, and breathe tall ships. Your sanctuary and launchpad for grand adventures. 7-14 day Voyages designed for youth age 12-18. No prior experience necessary! Brockville; Kingston; Ottawa; Quebec City Adventure: Travel Ages 12 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $990	overnightcampcoed	990	12-18	27	BrockvilleKingstonOttawaQuebec CityOntario, Quebec
Sparrow Lake Camp Since 1912! Sparrow Lake Camp is a traditional Co-Ed Summer Camp where all are welcome, all are valued, and all belong. Overnight camps for kids 6-16, as well as our friends and family 'Holiday Camp' for all ages! Orillia Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $890	overnightcampcoed	890	6-16	28	OrilliaOntario
The YES (The Youth Excellence Society) Overnight leadership camps at beautiful Cowichan Lake! Expand your co-operative leadership and team building skills while connecting with youth from around the province. Experience a summer camp like no other. Duncan; Victoria Education: Leadership (multi) Ages 14 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $125	overnightcampcoed	125	14-18	29	DuncanVictoriaBritish Columbia
Camp Kahuna Halton region camp offering leadership training and an extraordinary camp program that will exceed your expectations. We fuse traditional camp activities with the extraordinary. Acton; Burlington Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $385	daycampcoed	385	5-13	30	ActonBurlingtonOntario
Camp Kwasind A great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for ages 7to17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & SAFE. A unique and safe place to build friendships, gain confidence. experience the outdoors and explore the Christian faith Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $535	overnightcampcoed	535	7-17	31	HuntsvilleOntario

Who are youth empowerment camps for and what programs do they have?

Youth empowerment camps, also called “social justice camps,” are primarily intended for teens. Many, though, are also open to preteens.

These camps are a great option for kids who want to expand their horizons, build confidence, and connect with a like-minded community. Kids who are passionate about social issues and want to make a difference in the world are an especially good fit.

Youth empowerment summer camps and programs offer training, exercises, and activities related to social justice. Your child will learn about a wide range of local and global issues:

Poverty and homelessness
The environment and climate change
Racism and bigotry
Bullying
Gay rights
Sexuality
Animal cruelty
Gun control
Culture
Religion

But there’s more to these camps than social activism and education. Youth empowerment camps also have a variety of fun activities that you’ll find at other camps and programs. This includes campfires, swimming, the arts, music, dance, sports, and more.

Many youth empowerment and social justice camps are residential. Some, though, are day programs.

What are the main benefits of youth empowerment camps?

At a youth empowerment and social justice camp your child will learn crucial skills. Some of the main ones include

Leadership
Communication
Social activism
Public speaking
Community building

This will serve your child well in the future, and help them excel in the teen years and beyond. They’ll learn important values, build confidence, and learn how to make a difference. They’ll also have the opportunity to make new friends, have a great time, and build memories that can last a lifetime.

We list youth empowerment and social justice camps in Canada and the United States. Click on a camp to learn all about it, including its cost, location, programs, and session dates.

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