Many kids are interested in debating and public speaking. Luckily, in Canada, there are lots of great camps that will allow your child to improve their skills in these areas. Below, please find kids camps, as well as after school and evening programs that will help your child develop skills in debating and public speaking. Read more
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Rotherglen Summer Camp
Summer Camps will include Robotics, STEM, Art, Sports all taking advantage of our beautiful new state of the art facility. Registration is now open! Mississauga; Oakville
Traditional (multi activity)
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Brain Power Enrichment Programs
Brain Power (IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL) is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Throughout Ontario (6)
Education: Instructor lead (group)
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Power of Words Academy
Enrichment Writing & Public Speaking Programs offered year round for kids 7-15. Select in-person classes (North York and Mississauga Campuses) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom). Don Mills, Toronto; Markham; Mississauga
Education (multi)
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Crescent Camps
Our Camps reflect Crescent School's excellence in STEM, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. North Toronto, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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UCC Summer Camps
A traditional co-ed day camp in the heart of Toronto offering Kids, Sports, Arts, Tech and Leadership programs for children aged 4-16. Flexible weekly programming. Forest Hill, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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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. Throughout British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario (8)
Education: Debate
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FDT Academy
FDT's 2022/23 Debate & Public Speaking programs are offered either online via Zoom or in-person at our Vancouver locale. FDT Academy is renowned for having 40+ of its students make it onto national Debate & Speech teams. Vancouver
Education: Debate
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LinkedKey
LinkedKey has cultivated multiple talented debaters who qualified for Team Canada. They have distinguished themselves as the top-notch competitors or champions in Debate, MUN, DECA tournaments and Math Contest. York Mills, Toronto; Markham; Mississauga
Education: Leadership (multi)
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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 Don Mills, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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St. Michael's College School Summer Camps
SMCS Camps provides youth with exciting academic, athletic, and artistic outlets, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within a fun and interactive environment. Please visit: smcscamps.com Forest Hill, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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Kate Language Pinnacle Programs
Programs include SSAT, SAT, AP and comprehensive curricula include reading, writing, grammar, public speaking and vocabulary courses. 66% achieve 5 in AP; 20% achieve 95th in SSAT; 52% achieve 1550+ in SAT Markham
Education: Test Preparation
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UTS: March and Summer Camps
A day camp for high-achieving and eager students aged 8 to 17. The UTS affiliation with U of T means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors. South Annex, Toronto
Education (multi)
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Astronomy in Action Space Rangers
Our premier Summer camp fosters a passion for STEM in a fun and hands-on learning environment! Experience the night sky in a 4k planetarium and explore planets, galaxies, black holes and more. Humber Valley Village, Toronto; Lawrence Park, Toronto; Vaughan
Education: Space
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Profaqua Inc.
Profaqua est prêt à offrir un autre été rempli d'activités amusantes et éducatives à notre camp de jour d'été! En savoir plus sur les 5 programmes que nous avons prévus... Montreal
Education: Science (multi)
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Stanstead College Summer Camps
Unique summer camps for boys and girls, including the Language Adventure and the Hockey Development program. We strive to offer high quality and supervised camps on our beautiful campus located in the Eastern Townships. Stanstead
Traditional (multi activity)
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WillowWood School Camp and Summer School
WillowWood offers 3 different summer programs: camps for Grades 1-6, skills programs for Gr. 7-9 and high school credits for students in Grades 9-12. Don Mills, Toronto
Education (multi)
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Borealis Adventure Camp
Bringing the best elements of camp together to deliver a truly camper-centric experience, campers discover the joy of being outdoors, while skills like leadership, teamwork and self-reliance blossom at Borealis A.C. Bancroft
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Kandalore
Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For over 75 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves. Minden
Traditional (multi activity)
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Canadian Contemporary School of Art
A contemporary art school that teaches skills and methods to inspire artistic expression for all ages. We offer painting, fashion design, filmmaking, animation, sculpting, architecture and more! Leaside, Toronto; Mississauga; Thornhill
Arts: Visual Arts (multi)
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Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Connect to the natural world through our hands-on marine biology programs, experiences the power of the worlds largest tides, and develop a great understanding of the marine environment! St Andrews
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Pathfinder
Historic boys' camp on Pathfinder Island, Algonquin Park. Est. 1914. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camping sports. Canoe trips a specialty. Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff, positive culture for boys. Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
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TAC - Sports, Aquatics and Education
TAC Sports, TAC Aquatics and Lifetime Skills Academy (LSA) specialize in sports, swim and S.T.E.M programming. Ages 4-16, Co-ed. Year round Camps, Lessons, Academy and House Leagues across the GTA! Grow, Learn, Lead! Bridle Path, Toronto; Lytton Park, Toronto; Mississauga; Thornhill
Sport (multi)
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UCC Summer Life
A Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 17. Forest Hill, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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Connections: Queen’s Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA)
QSEA is an engineering-focused summer program that exposes students from Grade 1 - 11 to engineering design and various engineering disciplines. Kingston
Education: STEM
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TV & Film Acting For Kids
Act With Purpose, Inc. is a full-service performing arts school providing quality training, in a safe and supportive space, to actors of all ages and all levels of experience. Davenport, Toronto
Arts: Acting (Film & TV)
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BLI Canada
Learn English or French at a specialized language school. Programs and camps for local and international kids and teens in Montreal and Quebec City. Online virtual classes also available. Montreal; Quebec City
Education: Language Instruction
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Camp Muskoka
Boost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a choose your own adventure programming style offering with over 50 activities every day! Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College
Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft; Quebec City
Education: Leadership Training
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Sidney Ledson Institute
Trad./Innovative: AM- Math, English, STEM (entrepreneurship, financial literacy, coding, python, web)/ PM- 2-week workshops:Art & Architecture, Animals & Archeology, Ancient Civilizations & Astronomy, and Magic & Mystery Don Mills, Toronto
Education (multi)
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Pickering College Summer Camps
Our nature centered day camp is for campers entering Kindergarten to Grade 8. We offers overnight camp options for Global Leadership and ESL for students entering Grades 9-12. Newmarket
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Oxford Learning High Park
Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Veriety of programs for the students of all ages. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Bloor West Village, Toronto; High Park, Toronto
Education (multi)
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Wildhorse Ranch
A unique western ranch experience immersed in HORSES! Learning horse connection skills with games and riding in the forests. Practice Heart to Heart energy work. Come Ride! Meet Friends. Own your horse for the week! Rocky Mountain House
Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian
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Toronto Met Day Camps
Toronto Met Day Camps offer safe and engaging camps for kids and teens. Programs include architecture, basketball, engineering, film, graphic design, hockey, multi-sport, robotics, science, and more! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto; Downsview, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Girls Inc. of Durham
Offering 8 weeks of summer fun in Pickering, Whitby and Oshawa for girls ages 6 to 16! Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 4:00pm, with extended care available for additional fee. Fun hands-on activities, games and theme days. Ajax; Pickering; Whitby
Traditional (multi activity)
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St. Michaels University School Summer Camps
SMUS Camps offers high quality day and overnight camps focused on skill-building in a safe, engaging and fun environment. At the core of every program is the emotional, mental and physical safety of our learners. Victoria
Traditional (multi activity)
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Radiant Girls
All Girls Wellness & Leadership camp/programs led by professional coaches, chefs & teachers. Featuring Cooking, Adventure, Creative Arts, Horses, Spa and Self Care, Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Emotional Inteligence! Burlington; Midland
Traditional (multi activity)
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Niagara Christian Collegiate
Give your child a fun-filled learning adventure at NCC's English Summer Camp! Or get a head start on your studies during our July Credit Program and August Credit Program! Fort Erie
Education: Credit Courses
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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)
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Laurus Summer Camp
Montreal, North & South Shore, and West Island's #1 Lifestyle Summer day camp! We blend education & specialty training in arts, sports and more! Weekly program for kids ages 3 - 15! Registration opens January 2nd 2023! Throughout Ontario, Quebec (24)
Traditional (multi activity)
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Nepean Sailing Club
A fun engaging camp introducing sports and team building activities to kids from 6-17 years old. Adventure Camp and Sailing Camps are offered all summer long. Since 1979! Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
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Study Circle
Study Circle: Igniting the love of learning for children in Gr. 1-10. We offer one-on-one tutoring in Math, English, Arts, and even Yoga! Academic enrichment at its best. Mississauga
Traditional (multi activity)
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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. Lake Cowichan; Victoria
Education: Leadership (multi)
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Camp Cherith - Lanark
A co-ed, interdenominational, skills-based Christian camp that promotes discovering Christ within the context of His creation and develops young leaders. Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Idea Labs Kids Richmond Hill
Build build critical-thinking skills through FUN, hands-on enrichment, and after school classes, camps, birthday experiences, and workshops. AWESEOME inquiry-based STEAM programs! Richmond Hill
Education: STEM
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CASMA Toronto
High quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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The Second City Training Centre
The Second City's totally digital, totally FUN comedy camps will engage your children for four hours of fun and creativity -- with other kids! Harbourfront, Toronto
Arts: Theatre Arts
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New Renaissance Academy Summer Camp
Our new premiere school campus offers bilingual education classes in Mandarin/English or French/English. Your child will also enjoy art programs and playing sports, while making new friends in a caring, safe environment. Vaughan
Education (multi)
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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)
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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)
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York University; Science Engagement
An interactive and hands-on STEM experience for youth in grade 3-12. Online and in-person programs available year-round: online STEM Clubs, March Camp, and Summer Camps. Spark Lab for high school students. Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Sentinel Park, Toronto
Education: STEM
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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)
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Camp Cherith - Ontario
This Christian camp includes focuses on outdoor skill based activities such as horseback riding, canoeing, archery, riflery. It is situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Southern Bruce County
Traditional (multi activity)
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Block 8 Academy
Camps, classes and preschool that are Active, Creative, and a Mix of Indoor and Outdoor! From lake days to art/drama classes, abacus math to music - we have a balanced curriculum that keeps the kids engaged. Port Moody
Traditional (multi activity)
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Indus Space
Space Exploration-themed STEAM camps and workshops for Grade 1-8 youth. Choose from virtual or in-person programming. Call us today for a free consultation (leave a message on our voicemail). Mississauga
Education: Science (multi)
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Academic Camp Canada
Inspiring academic summer camps - choice of languages, maths, sciences, social studies & arts. You get to explore beautiful the New Brunswick or the cosmopolitan City of London in the UK. Be a Leader course is included International; Rothesay
Education (multi)
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Powerful Youth
Our award-winning transformative leadership camps bring together teens from around the world to gain the confidence, leadership skills, and global perspective they need to lead change within themselves and the world. International; Victoria
Education: Leadership (multi)
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Randolph Kids Performing Arts
Theatre in the park, YouTube creators, Superheroes, dancing, and singing in the heart of Toronto. Beginner to experienced performers welcome. Come learn, grow, explore, have fun and make new friends! South Annex, Toronto
Arts: Theatre Arts
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Explorum
French and English language STEAM camps and workshops for kids. Fun, hands-on programming virtually and locally throughout Toronto and York. Learn French while exploring STEM and STEAM. Markham; Richmond Hill
Education: STEAM
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Joookooo Sports Academy
JOOOKOOO’s programs and camps expose youth to STEM, sports and competitive games. We provide enrichment opportunities that generate valuable learning and skill development in an exciting and inclusive environment. Ajax; Bowmanville; Clarington
Traditional (multi activity)
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The Next Climate Fellowship
A 10-week, experiential learning fellowship program for students ages 11-13. Teaching key life skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking while developing tomorrow's leaders in climate change. Oakville
Education: Nature/Environment
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In a debate and speech camp, your child will learn effective skills and techniques. While some camps focus primarily on debate or public speech, most camps teach these together, since they focus on similar sets of skills. You'll find bothsummer and winter debate and speech camps.
Nevertheless, there are some distinct skills your child will acquire from each kind of camp. In a debate camp, your child will learn and develop the following kinds of knowledge and skills:
In a public speaking camp or course, your child will acquire many of these same skills and much of the same knowledge. In addition, though, they’ll acquire some new knowledge and skills, including the following:
In a debate and public speaking camp, your child will be able to practice their techniques in front of audiences. They’ll also receive instruction from trained teachers, and feedback from teachers, fellow campers, and audiences. They may also have the opportunity to compete in competitions, in Canada, the US, or overseas.
These camps teach your child practical and theoretical skills that can allow them to excel in and outside of school. They also, though, have some less obvious benefits. For instance, they can help your child become more well-rounded and healthier, by improving their
Above, we list debate and public speaking camps in Canada. These include camps in Toronto, Mississauga, Etobicoke, Ottawa, Windsor, Guelph, Orangeville, Victoria, and Vancouver. Click on a camp to learn more about its programs and approach.
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