Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy offers young artists a unique camp experience Your young designer’s dreams of catwalks, high fashion and red carpets can come true right here in Ottawa. This summer, your fashion-obsessed child can attend the same school […]
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Staying well at camp
If this summer will mark your child’s first time at a sleepaway camp, take heart — we have the tips to help them thrive With summer fast approaching, you may already be searching for residential camp options with input […]
It’s OK to be excited—and nervous—for summer camp!
By Dovercourt Recreation Centre With just two months to go, we are feeling all the possible feelings about summer camp—excitement, anticipation, and apprehension—to name a few. With lots of questions lingering and very few answers, we know that many families […]
There’s a camp for every interest
Explore the arts with these creative City of Ottawa summer camps Is there a budding actor, film director or fashion designer in your home? Then there is a City of Ottawa camp for them! These creative summer camps are offered […]
Fall for some great activities at Dovercourt Recreation Centre
Dovercourt has just wrapped up a busy summer of camps – over 3,000 children enjoyed camps of all kinds. Now Dovercourt is switching gears for fall session, offering a full menu including swimming, fitness, sports, music and arts for both […]
From board games to costume design
There’s something for every child at the Nepean Creative Arts Centre Music, drama, visual arts, theatre – the Nepean Creative Art Centre has something for every age and interest. And after partial closures for renovations, the centre was back to […]
Communicating with camp parents
No matter where they are from, camp directors recognize that communication with parents has always been and continues to be a priority. Camps communicate regularly through their websites, email and social media. But many camps are encouraging parents to communicate […]
Five reasons for every kid to attend camp
Lessons, positive memories, and lifelong friendships all found in this essential childhood experience, writes Matt Barr Positive memories are made that last a lifetime When adults that have attended summer camps as children are asked what their fondest childhood memories […]
There’s something for every interest with the City of Ottawa
What’s your child’s passion? Get them involved in a camp that’s right up their alley Whether your child likes computers, roller skating, BMX biking or chess, the City of Ottawa has camps for every interest and skill level. “I’m […]