Community Camps
Community Day Camps are LICENSED programs! A licensed childcare program must meet provincial requirements for health, safety, staffing, ratios, space, equipment, and standards. It also allows eligible families to apply for the Alberta Childcare Subsidy.
If you qualify for Government of Alberta Childcare Subsidy, contact before&after@medicinehatymca.ca for more information prior to registration.
Strong Kids financial assistance is also available for Community Camps!
AGES 5 to 12 years
Monday to Friday
6:45AM to 5:30PM
PRICE $180/week
Community Camps Weekly Activities
Each child can reach their full potential through play. We aim to provide the best environment for all children to play and support their natural urge to play.
Week 1 - Photography Basics
July 2-4 | $150.00 per child
This week, campers will learn photography basics and compose the perfect shot. We’ll follow the children’s lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 2 - Dance Evolution
July 7-11 | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will explore various dance styles. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 3 - Creative Campers
July 14th-18th | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will creatively learn outdoor survival, making tools and shelters from repurposed materials. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 4 - Eco Adventures
July 21st-25th | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will explore natural spaces and learn how to protect our land and animals. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 5 - Junior Jamboree
July 28th-1st | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will create their own “Junior Jamboree” music festival. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 6 - Science & Sports
August 5th-8th | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will explore the intersection of sports and sciences. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 7 - Campers Abroad
August 11th-15th | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will explore traditions, sports, and more from unfamiliar countries. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 8 - Adaptive Exploration
August 18th-22nd | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will explore how to adapt activities to meet everyone’s needs. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.
Week 9 - How it’s Made
August 25th-29th | $180.00 per child
This week, campers will investigate how typical household materials are made or assembled. We’ll follow their lead, encouraging open-ended play. They’ll also enjoy rock climbing, swimming at the YMCA, and various field trips.