Register for summer camp
Browse our website below or download a copy of our printable summer camp planner:
Welcome to our Camps page! We offer affordable March Break and Summer Camps at our safe, clean and welcoming facilities across Halton Hills.
Browse our website below or download a copy of our printable summer camp planner:
For summer 2023, the Town of Halton Hills is excited to offer summer camps for kids ages 4-16 years old. We are proud to maintain an Accredited status with HIGH FIVE.
Group participation is a fundamental part of recreation and is what camp is all about! We strive to provide a fun and safe camp environment for each child. Staff is trained in a variety of ways to encourage and support participants to join in with the group and be kind to their camper friends. We try to accommodate individual preferences within the group setting where possible. We want every child to thrive at camp!
HIGH FIVE is a comprehensive quality standard used by organizations across Canada. As an accredited organization, we're focused on delivering high quality programs that are safe, welcoming and fun!
Parents can look here for all the important details about attending camp. Download our summer camp parent guide to walk you through all you need to know!
Your ability to lead an active life is important to us. Browse the financial assistance section of our website to browse available programs that may assist you in your registration process.
How to register for summer camps |
Register onlineSummer camp registration is online, beginning Wednesday, March 1 at 7:00 am for residents of Halton Hills. Non-residents can register beginning Wednesday, March 8 at 7:00 am. An additional 20% charge has been added to the cost of programs for non-residents. This was a recommendation adopted as part of the fee review strategy. To register visit haltonhills.ca/register and log in or create an online profile. If you need assistance in this process, call our registration hotline at 905-873-2600 ext. 2275. Printable registration formIf you are not able to register online, please print and complete the summer camp registration form. After completing the form, you will need to scan a copy and send it to us via email. Alternatively, you can drop off your forms in the drop box at Town Hall located at 1 Halton Hills Drive, Halton Hills, ON. To ensure your registration is processed on March 1, please submit your registration by February 24. |
Camps available for Summer 2023 |
Adventure Splash 'n Fun - JUNIORBorn 2015-2017; $220 full week, $176 holiday week Play is the work of children & this camp is dedicated to making the most of the week! This program is jam packed with entertaining activities such as sports & games, creative crafts, water & outdoor play, imaginative activities, and science experiments. It will be a memorable time with special guests and swimming three times each week! This high-energy camp is dedicated to making the most of your child's summer, so get ready and make a splash. Please note that children aged 5 and 6 years old will enjoy water activities and fun at a splash pad. Children 7 years and older will swim throughout the week. Adventure Splash 'n Fun - SENIORBorn 2010-2014; $220 full week or $176 holiday week Play is the work of children & this camp is dedicated to making the most of the week! This program is jam packed with entertaining activities such as team building challenges, sports & cooperative games, crafts, water & outdoor play, and science experiments. It will be a memorable time with special guests and swimming three times each week! This high-energy camp is dedicated to making the most of your child's summer, so get ready and make a splash. Ball HockeyBorn 2010-2015; $273 full week, $218 holiday week Children will practice skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play. These elements will be highlighted through drills, scrimmages, game play, and skill-based workshops. Swimming three times per week. A CSA approved helmet & face mask, indoor shoes and a hockey stick are mandatory. Gloves are recommended. Chefs in TrainingBorn 2010-2016; $272 full week Come learn how to become a chef and cook meals for your friends and family! Children will work together to create delicious and easy-to-make dishes. Children will learn about food safety, recipes, nutrient, cooking techniques and different dishes. Children will be able to eat the food they have made as a snack, and they will swim three times during the week. Dance & CheerBorn 2010-2015; $554/two weeks Come and experience a variety of different dance styles from ballet to creative movements, cheerleading and jazz. Children will learn fundamental techniques and short routines for each genre including dancing, cheering, jumps, and low-level stunts. Dancers will work hard to prepare for the final performance! Children will also participate in arts n' crafts, special workshops and swim three times each week. Performance Day: Thursday August 3, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Musical TheatreBorn 2010-2015; $700/three weeks Song and dance is heard throughout the halls as children prepare for performance day! This program focuses on stage direction, characterization, dialogue memorization, vocal skills, dance basics, as well as set and costume design. All of this is complimented with special workshops, swimming three times each week and a final performance during the last week of camp. Performance Day: Thursday August 24, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Play Outdoors - JUNIOR (Half Day Camp)Born 2015-2019; $133 full week or $107 holiday week 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Children Must be 4 years old by the first day of the camp week. Summer days are meant to be spent outside! Children will enjoy classic camp games, use their imagination through creative activities, discover new learnings with science experiments, and most of all explore the marvels of the outdoors. Campers will have fun playing in the creek, please bring water shoes daily. Note: Play Outdoors will take place entirely outdoors; please pack and dress accordingly. Indoor space is available in case of inclement weather during program. Play Outdoors - SENIOR (Half Day Camp)Born 2010-2014; $133 full week or $107 holiday week 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Summer days are meant to be spent outside! Children will enjoy classic camp games, use their imagination through creative activities, discover new learnings with science experiments, and most of all explore the marvels of the outdoors. Campers will have fun playing in the creek, please bring water shoes daily. Note: Play Outdoors will take place entirely outdoors; please pack and dress accordingly. Indoor space is available in case of inclement weather during program. Sports AdventureBorn 2010-2016; $272 full week or $217 holiday week It's all about sports! This sports experience will offer fundamental movement skill development with some favorite sports like volleyball and soccer. Children will also get the chance try some other sports that they might not tried before – yoga, ultimate frisbee and European handball. Be prepared for team games, tournaments, special instruction, and swim three times during the week. Studio ArtBorn 2010-2016; $272 full week Children will open up their creative self and have some fun making unique works of art. Hands on workshops will allow for an intuitive approach, exploring watercolours, painting, drawing and other mixed media. Through self-expression, children will be amazed by the beautiful originals that can be created! Participants will swim three time during the week. Children will display pieces of art for parents and caregivers to see on Friday afternoon at 4:00pm. Theatre CampBorn 2010-2015; $700/three weeks Future thespians will experience workshops in the finer areas of acting including stage direction and presence, characterization, dialogue memorization, as well as set design and costume creation. Children will go swimming three times each week. To top all this excitement, a final performance will take place during the last week of camp. A final performance will take place for parents and campers near the end of camp. Tiny Tykes SportsBorn 2017-2019; $220 full week Children must be 4 years old by the first day of the camp week. Introduce your tyke to a variety of sports in a fun and safe learning environment. These future athletes will learn the basics to sports such as soccer, volleyball and many more! Your child will develop new skills, practice different drills, and have a blast with a ton of other summertime favorites, like crafts and cheers. Children will take part in water activities and go to a splash pad three times per week, so be sure to pack a bathing suit. Tyke HullabalooBorn 2017-2019; $220 full week or $176 holiday week Registrants must be 4 years old by the first day of the camp week. Calling all active pre-schoolers! Bring your eager tykes for a week full of fun! This program offers a little bit of song, a dash of imagination, a sprinkle of sports, a dribble of crafts, and a hullabaloo of summer adventure. Participants will take part in water activities and go to a splash pad three times during the week, so be sure to pack a bathing suit. Youth Leadership ProgramBorn 2007-2011; $225 full week, Mon-Fri, 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Calling All Youth ages 12-16 years old! Through hands on activities, workshops and observations, youth will learn about different leadership styles, communication techniques and problem-solving strategies. This experience will help to build a resume and explore volunteering while building their own set of skills. Youth will connect with local organizations to learn about opportunities in our community and obtain a certification in HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development. The jam-packed program provides meaningful and exciting experiences including cooking, special guests, personal wellness, meeting new people and a variety of activities. This leadership program takes place at the Halton Hills Youth Centres which will provide youth a variety of fun and youth friendly activities in a welcoming environment. This program will appeal to all youth looking to develop and grow as leaders and individuals. Inclusion supportBorn 2009-2018 (all ages) After registering for Inclusion Support, a staff member will be in contact to learn about the child and ensure the program is a suitable fit. Then, the child will be registered within the camp programs (standard camp fees apply) and payment will be required. Registration for inclusion support will close 2 weeks in advance of the start of camp. A child may require inclusion support if they: |
Age requirements |
Our camp age requirements are in accordance with the Province of Ontario's Child Care and Early Years Act. Only children who are 4 years of age at the start of program will be permitted to participate in any camp program. |
Children with special needs or health conditions |
The Town of Halton Hills strives to provide inclusive summer camp opportunities for those who have special needs. This includes anyone with a physical or developmental disability either congenital or resulting from an injury or illness who may require interpretive services, mobility and adaptive equipment needs and individualized support. A person may require inclusion support if they:
If you require inclusion support: Participants who require inclusion support for camp programs are required to register for “Inclusion Support – Full Day Programs” or “Inclusion Support – Half Day Programs”. There is a separate course code for each week of inclusion support. Register for each week that inclusion support is required. There is no fee to register for the inclusion support. Registration for inclusion support will close two weeks in advance of the programs start date (e.g., Registration will close on June 20 for camp starting on July 4). This time period allows the Town to ensure staff are trained appropriately and prepared to welcome the participant into our programs.
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Financial assistance |
The Region of Halton and the Town of Halton Hills Recreation & Parks offer financial assistance to qualifying families. For more information, please review our Affordability and Inclusion Policies, or contact Recreation Services at 905-873-2600 Ext. 2263. |
Volunteer at camp |
We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join us as camp volunteers! Volunteers will support recreation staff in delivering high quality camp programs in a fun and enriching environment. Volunteers also earn community service hours which can be applied to the high school graduation requirement. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older by the end of the calendar year and commit to one full week of volunteering (40 hours). Volunteers will require a Criminal Reference Check to be completed prior to volunteering. Application deadline: May 15, 2023 For more information and to submit an application form, please visit our volunteer webpage. |