Summer Camps 2012
General Information

The Camps Office

The Camps Office is located on the third floor of the York Quay Centre and the Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West. During camp sessions, please use the south elevator to access the Camps Office. Regular office hours during the off season are 9am to 5pm (Monday to Friday).

During camp sessions, office hours are 7:30am to 6pm (Monday to Friday). The Camps Office phone number is 416-973-4093. If the line is busy or if you are calling after hours, please leave a detailed message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. The Camps Office fax number is 416-973-5377.

Marine Camps Policies

Life Jackets
All Marine Campers will be provided with a life jacket that they'll be expected to wear at all times.
This policy is strictly enforced!

Age Requirements
Your child must meet the specified age requirements at the start of the camp due to insurance reasons.

Swim Requirements
There are no swim requirements for Marine Camps. All Marine Campers need only feel comfortable around water wearing a life jacket.

Marine Camps Instructors
Canoe and Kayaking Camps, as well as Outdoors Bound and Outdoors Beyond, are offered in partnership with the Harbourfront Canoe and Kayak Centre, now entering their 32nd year of operation. Experienced staff are certified through the Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association (ORCKA) and/or Paddle Canada, and are trained specifically for work with children.

All Sailing Camps are offered by Harbourfront Sailing and Powerboating (formerly Queen's Quay Sailing and Powerboating). Instructors are qualified under Canadian Yachting Association standards and are trained specifically for work with children. Campers explore Toronto Harbour and experience the adventure of sailing plus make new friends. All courses encourage personal development in stimulating and safe surroundings.

Busing

We provide bus service from designated school locations. Busing is on a first-come-first-served basis, so please register early to guarantee a seat. Each bus has an assigned supervisor. Choose ONLY ONE bus stop for both AM pick-up and PM drop-off – different stops are NOT available. Please note: There is no busing for Session 5A.

Reach for the Rainbow

Reach for the Rainbow is a unique programme allowing children with physical and/or developmental disabilities to participate in summer camp programmes. They provide training for camp staff, consultation with parents and campers, and support each child's summer camp experience.

If you feel your child would benefit from one-to-one support, please call 416-503-0088 to discuss your options.

Please visit reachfortherainbow.ca for more information.

Ontario Camps Association

As an accredited member of the Ontario Camps Association, we are proud to display their logo, an icon that stands for a quality camping experience. Our voluntary adherence to standards of quality in camping helps to ensure the health and safety of our staff and campers.

Please visit ontariocamps.ca for more information.

Parent Handbook & Medical Form

Prior to the start of camp, parents will receive the Harbourfront Centre Camps Parent Handbook and Medical Form. These are both valuable tools for parents as they present the most relevant information for your camper's experience.

Should you have any questions, please contact the Camps office at 416-973-4093.