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The City offers camp opportunities for children throughout the year including PA Days, Winter Holidays, March Break, and Summer.
With new facility measures and safety procedures in place, you can feel confident knowing every effort is being taken to offer a safe and enjoyable experience for all. City programs, events, and services will operate in compliance with current Provincial Guidelines and physical distancing measures to combat COVID-19.
Our Staff
All Camp Staff are certified in Standard First Aid & CPR-C, completed courses in the “High Five” Principles of Healthy Child Development, have satisfactory vulnerable sector screening (Police Check), and have received additional Health & Safety training related to COVID 19.
Summer Camps
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Week 1: Jun 28 - Jul 2 |
Week 2: Jul 5 - Jul 9 |
Week 3: Jul 12 - Jul 16 |
Week 4: Jul 19 - Jul 23 |
Week 5: Jul 26 - Jul 30 |
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Week 6: Aug 3 - Aug 6 |
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Week 8: Aug 16 - Aug 20 |
Week 9: Aug 23 - Aug 27 |
Week 10: Aug 30 - Sept 3 |
Mini Sampler Camps 4 yrs |
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These 2 day, half day camps are a ton of fun for your little one, and a great prelude to all day camp programs. George Ashe LCC - Helen Paris Room Jul 06 & 08: Jr Athletes Aug 03 & 05: Imagination Seekers Aug 31 & Sept 2: Summer Party |
Mini Pidaca 4 - 5 yrs |
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Each week is a is a brand new theme to get little campers excited and participating in arts, crafts, dance, and more. Location and Activities are subject to change. CHD Recreation Complex - Creative Centre Jun 28 - Jul 02: Mini Minions Jul 05 - Jul 09: Mini in a Frozen Land Aug 03 - Aug 06: Mini Superheroes |
Adventure Camp 5 - 12 yrs |
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For campers who love the outdoors and seek a day filled with interest and discovery! Activities include crafts, outdoor games, camping skills, and more! Special themes bring a fresh set of activities to each session. Whitevale Community Centre Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: Amazing Race Aug 03 - Aug 06: Space Adventure |
Arts Camp 5 - 12 yrs |
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This camp offers a wide variety of crafts, games and activities designed to showcase your child’s creativity. CHD Recreation Complex Arena Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: Takes Broadway Aug 03 - Aug 06: Art Attack |
Breakdance Camp 6 - 10 yrs |
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Campers will "show off what they got" in this high energy camp! No matter what level of experience, everyone will learn new moves and techniques that will be sure to impress. With tons of games and activities campers will be excited to keep come back for more. We see who's got what it takes, in our end of session dance battle! Available for select weeks this summer. Don Beer Arena Jul 12 - Jul 16: Week 3 |
Dance Camp 5 - 12 yrs |
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Campers will enjoy a week of fun and creativity while exploring the magical world of dance. Available for select weeks this summer. West Shore Community Centre Jul 05 - Jul 09: Disney Dancers Aug 03 - Aug 06: Musical Madness |
Drama Camp 5 - 12 yrs |
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Summer fun on stage! Campers will learn singing, dancing, and acting skills while exploring a different theme each week. Campers will also craft and create their own props to incorporate into a short end of week performance. Available for select weeks this summer. West Shore Community Centre Jul 12 - Jul 16: Hollywood Drama Aug 09 - Aug 13: Broadway Drama |
*New! Eco-Adventure Camp 6 - 12 yrs |
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Every day is a new adventure as we discover, learn, and experience the nature around us! Our environmental journey will lead us down many exciting paths as we focus on a different area of interest each week. Pickering Museum Village - Puterbaugh School 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: How to be an Eco-Warrior Aug 03 - Aug 06: Hooray for Herptiles! |
Jr. Firefighter Camp 8 - 12 yrs |
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See what it takes to be a firefighter! Campers will learn the basics of fire cause and prevention, fire safety, firefighting equipment and its usage, and the importance of teamwork! The week will conclude with a Jr. Firefighter Graduation Ceremony. Available for select weeks this summer. Dr. Nelson F. Tomlinson Community Centre (Claremont) 8:30 am - 4:00 pmJul 05 - Jul 09: Week 2 |
Museum Camp 5 - 12 yrs |
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No computer - just outdoor, unplugged fun! These camps build friendships, skills and knowledge while campers embark on Pickering Museum Village Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: Minecraft - Creative Mode Aug 03 - Aug 06: Minecraft - Survival Mode |
Specialty Arts Camp 7 - 12 yrs |
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Campers will have the opportunity to explore clay, while building and creating their own unique projects. They will also learn how to "paint like a pro", creating their own masterpieces to hang at home. This camp will also include some daily physical activity, and a variety of active games. CHD Recreation Complex - Arts Studio Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: Week 2 Aug 03 - Aug 06: Week 6 |
Sports Camp 5 - 12 yrs |
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For the camper who loves being indoors and out, and being active in a wide variety of sports! Each session campers will be asked what their favourite sports are, and the week will be geared around their choices. Sports will include basketball, soccer, baseball, hockey, tennis, squash, and more! Campers will learn the rules and develop new skills every session. Special themes like Olympic Week will keep the whole summer new and exciting. East Shore CC Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: Week 2 Aug 03 - Aug 06: Week 6 |
Youth Exceptionalities Camp 13 - 19 yrs |
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This camp is designed for youth with disabilities, looking for an active, engaging, and social summer experience. Campers can expect a week of recreational fun participating in various arts, sports, fitness, games, and other interactive activities. Please note: Campers must be able to manage changing and toileting independently, unless attending camp with a personal support staff. George Ashe LCC - Youth Room Jun 28 - Jul 02: Week 1 Jul 05 - Jul 09: Week 2 Aug 03 - Aug 06: Week 6 |
Online Virtual Camp:Adventure Camp-in-a-Box 6 - 12 yrs |
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Delivered right to your door! Everything you need for a fun-filled week of Adventure Camp activities in one box! Camp-in-a-Box programs provide daily activities for your camper to enjoy at home, with detailed instructions, supplies and ongoing support from your Camp Director. Camp includes 1 hour daily of live virtual programming. Please note that camp-in-a-box programs are not a full day of camp activity. Adventure Camp-in-a-box will follow the same weekly themes as our in person Adventure Camp. Online with Zoom Jun 28 - Jul 02: n/a Jul 05 - Jul 09: Week 2 Aug 03 - Aug 06: Week 6 |
- Once registered, email registration@pickering.ca to receive a Summer Camp Parent Handbook.
- Pack a lunch, snack, and drinks daily for onsite camps. All camps are peanut-free.
- Campers must be minimum age at start of camp.
- Due to Covid restrictions busing will not be available for camps this year.
Note: Registration for campers with special needs requiring additional staff support must be submitted by May 31, 2021. Please contact registration for details, 905.420.4621 or email registration@pickering.ca.
Registration has started. Spaces are limited so register early to reserve your spot.
pickering.ca/active
Session Letters
This is where you will find detailed information for your specific camp. Session letters will be posted 1 week before the start of each camp session. Virtual camp participants will also be emailed the Zoom link before camp start date.
PA Day Camps - not currently available
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PA Day Camp 6 - 12 yrs George Ashe LCC - Youth Room |
Regular Camp 9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
+ extended camp 8:00 am open - 5:00 pm close |
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Safe, supervised, fun! Kids are invited to join our recreation staff for a day of fun and activity. |
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Paint & Play PA Day 6 - 12 yrs CHD Rec Complex - Program Rm A |
Regular Camp 9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
+ extended camp 7:00 am open - 6:00 pm close |
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Campers will spend the day exploring clay, learning hand building, and painting a masterpiece to take home. |
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Winter Break Camp
Friends & Fun Winter Break Camp 5 – 12 yrs
This camp runs during the December/January holidays. Details for 2021 will be available in November.
March Break Camps
March Break Camps will be listed here in December for 2022.
After School Drop-In Program 6 - 12 yrs - not currently available
Safe, Supervised, Fun! Better than a babysitter and a great way to unwind after a hard day at school! Transportation to the program is available if this community centre is in your child's school busing boundary.
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Dates will be posted here when we are ready to reopen. Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
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Participants must be registered to attend. Registration is ongoing throughout the school year. |
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Registration
Register online with activity code.
Contact Program Registration at 905.420.4621 or registration@pickering.ca
Takes Broadway