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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Summer Springboard
With over 60 academic tracks on over a dozen top college campuses, SSB programs offer students with almost any passion the opportunity to look inward and go upward! International
Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi)
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UCC Summer Camps
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22A 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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Brain Power Enrichment Programs
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22Brain 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 (8)
Education: Instructor lead (group)
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TalkMaze
Virtual, 1:1 public speaking & debate training for children to improve communication skills and boost confidence. With free trials and a multitude of offerings, TalkMaze has something that fits every family’s budget. Education: Public Speaking
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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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Ridley College Summer Programmes
Ridley College is located in St.Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Our offerings include day and boarding camps, ESL programs, leadership courses, credit courses, and specialty sport programs including hockey and rowing! St. Catharines
Traditional (multi activity)
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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; Vancouver Island
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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FDT Debate Academy
FDT Academy's Debate & Public Speaking programs are offered in-person at our Vancouver location, or online via Zoom. FDT is renowned for having 40+ of its students make it onto national Debate & Speech teams. Vancouver
Education: Debate
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Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School Camps
Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School offers a variety of inspiring summer camps for kids 4-17 yrs, from science, robotics & math to art, magic, film, sports, outdoor adventures & more! All led by experienced leaders & teachers. Calgary
Traditional (multi activity)
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UTS: March and Summer Camps
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22A 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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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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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; North Toronto, Toronto; Ottawa; St. Catharines
Education: Debate
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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 L'Amoureaux, Toronto
Education (multi)
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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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YMCA of Greater Toronto Summer Day Camps
YMCA of Greater Toronto operates 55 Day Camps across the GTA. With over 60 programs, we are sure to have a program that meets the interests of your child! Busing & extended hours are available at many of our locations! Throughout Ontario (55)
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 2 - 11 to engineering design and various engineering disciplines. Kingston
Education: STEM
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Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Connect to the natural world in New Brunswick 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
Education: Marine Biology
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Camp Pathfinder
Historic all boy's camp est. 1914. On Source Lake, featuring full in-camp program: water, land and camping sports. Canoe trips are our specialty. Exceptional 1:2 staff to camper ratio. Positive culture for boys. Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
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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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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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Camp Nominingue
An English boys' camp in Quebec, Camp Nominingue offers the ultimate outdoor experience: living in a tent with the opportunity of going on wilderness canoe trips. It is the place where your son's summer adventure begins! Mont-Tremblant
Traditional (multi activity)
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YMCA of Oakville
YMCA of Oakville Child and Youth Programs and Summer Day Camps are offered at several locations across the community with activities including swimming, day trips and more. Learn more! Oakville
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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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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Luminara Academy
We cultivate essential life skills. Our unique curriculum builds leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, EQ, and resilience amongst many other skills through real-world applications to prepare kids for their future. Don Valley Village, Toronto; Downtown East, Toronto; Scarborough Village, Toronto
Education: Leadership (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. Hastings Highlands
Traditional (multi activity)
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The STEAM Project
Camps and classes for creative girls and boys who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects. Our kids learn while they experiment, invent, digitally fabricate, and build projects with their own hands! Markham; Richmond Hill
Education: STEAM
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TAC - Sports, Aquatics and Education
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22TAC 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)
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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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Canadian Mathematical Society
The Canadian Mathematical Society has been offering engaging camps and competitions across Canada for decades. The concepts covered in each class will be: number sense, algebra, data management, geometry and measurement. Ottawa
Education: Math
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Camp Wenonah
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22Trusted by families worldwide, Camp Wenonah in Muskoka, Ontario, offers an unforgettable overnight camp for ages 5-17. With caring staff and full-time medical support, campers thrive in a safe, enriching environment. Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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La Citadelle Summer Camp
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22La 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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Harbourfront Centre Camps
Harbourfront Centre Camps, established in 1979, offers a creative and inclusive environment for campers aged 4 to 15. With over 20 camp options, including circus, arts, and water sports, there’s something for everyone. Harbourfront, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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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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Toronto Met Day Camps
Toronto Met Day Camps offer safe and engaging camps for kids and teens. Programs include architecture, basketball, cooking, engineering, film, graphic design, hockey, multi-sport, science, and more! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto; Downsview, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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UC Summer Programs
We are a traditional day camp that fosters kids' curiosity over the summer by offering fun, unique, and educational activities and field trips. Markham; Whitchurch - Stouffville
Traditional (multi activity)
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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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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: Space
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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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Camp Rowntree
Meet them at the Camp Expo on Feb. 22Turn your child's summer into an epic adventure at Camp Rowntree! Explore themed camps, specialty coding, art programs, and summer school for a head start on the academic journey! Brampton
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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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
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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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)
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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 Camps and Sailing Camps are offered all summer long. Since 1979! Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
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Young People's Theatre/YPT
YPT’s Drama School is the largest theatre school in Canada providing drama classes and camps for JK-Gr. 12 in Downtown Toronto and Etobicoke. St Lawrence, Toronto
Arts: Theatre Arts
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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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Randolph Kids Performing Arts
One-of-a-kind performing arts summer camps! Led by industry professionals who inspire creativity, skill building, and fun. Musical Theatre, Dance, Acting, Movies & Media, Singing & Songwriting for all ages and abilities. South Annex, Toronto
Arts: Theatre Arts
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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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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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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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The Second City Training Centre
Second City's comedy camps are perfect for budding comedians & aspiring actors. Our camps will make them belly-laugh. Watch as improv inspires their creativity, builds self-confidence, and helps make lasting friendships! Harbourfront, Toronto
Arts: Theatre Arts
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ARTSies Youth Theatre Programs
ARTSies provides musical theatre classes, camps, and exciting performance opportunities for youth ages 5 through teens! There's no experience necessary to join our programs. White Haven, Toronto; Markham
Arts: Musical Theatre
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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. Leslieville, Toronto; Minden
Traditional (multi activity)
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Centennial College Story Arts Centre Summer Camps
Explore the magic of bringing TV shows, animated movies, stage performances and breathtaking art to life! Summer Camp at Centennial College is your ticket to an immersive journey into the world of creativity. Clairlea, Toronto; East York, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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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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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. Sentinel Park, Toronto; Markham
Education: STEM
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Three R's Academics
Boost your child's Mathematics, Reading and Writing skills. Programs are designed to engage children in a fun and active way through instruction, play and collaboration. One-t0-one support may also be available. Oakville
Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi)
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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)
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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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