Whether it's your camper's first or fifth time at camp, we know how important it is to feel prepared and comfortable so they can focus on the most important thing — having fun!
Day Camp
Helping the next generation of leaders develop skills, discover themselves and build self-confidence through fun and adventure.
Registration for Summer 2025 is now open!
About Day Camp
Day Camp offers campers an opportunity to discover their potential at camp. Through new experiences, skill-building programs, a supportive community and lasting friendships, we know they will be able to accomplish whatever they put their mind to during their camp week. Summer Day Camp is located in conservation and urban settings across the Greater Toronto Area and Muskoka, allowing campers to return home each evening.
Summer Day Camp programs range from arts and science to sports, swimming, leadership, outdoor adventures and more!
Day Camp is also offered during Winter and March Break at a reduced number of locations across the GTA to help with your school break care.
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Summer Day Camp Locations
To find out more about our Summer Day Camp locations, click on the region and select the camp location.
Dufferin Locations
Durham Locations
Halton Locations
Muskoka Locations
Peel Locations
Toronto Locations
York Locations
Half-day Day Camps
Your summer schedule just got easier! New this year, we’re offering half-day day camp programs designed to fit into your family’s routine. Whether you're working from home, juggling other activities, or easing a young camper into their first camp experience, this option gives you more flexibility.
Available at the following locations:
- The YMCA at the David Braley Vaughan Centre: morning only
- YMCA Cedar Glen: morning and afternoon
A Camp Where Everyone Belongs
Camp is about fun, friendship, and creating lasting, positive memories. To make sure campers, staff, and volunteers have the best experience possible, we’re sharing our expectations about how to treat each other and our camp.
Bussing to Camp
Getting to camp has never been easier with 10 bus routes across the GTA, giving campers more opportunities to explore, connect, and grow. Safety is always the top priority, followed by fun. Each bus is staffed with at least two counsellors, and campers are grouped by age to help build friendships right from the start.
The bus ride is an extension of the camp experience, filled with songs, games, and excitement that set the tone for an amazing day. Toronto Island and YMCA Cedar Glen routes are also equipped with GPS tracking so you can check pick-up and drop-off times with ease.
How to Register
Step #1: Create an account on My Y.
Step #2: See all programs available for registration on our Y Guide.
Step #3: Once you have selected your program, complete check out on My Y. For assistance, call 647-439-6611 (local) or 877-303-2267 (toll-free).
Financial Assistance
If you require YMCA Financial Assistance, please complete the form with proof of income, and continue registration for your program of choice.
If you require support to complete your online registration, please call 877-303-2267.
Learn More about Summer Day Camp at the Y
Discover the magic of summer day camp and answers to commonly asked questions.
Review our Summer Day Camp Guide and FAQ for all your answers!
Learn how value beads play an important role at Y Day Camp
Each Day Camp program has been thoughtfully created to ignite the potential in campers.
Check out all camp locations and programs at the Y this summer.
Join Our Day Camp Staff
Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? At the Y, you will be part of a diverse team whose shared vision is to build vibrant communities where everyone can shine.
How to register for Day Camp Programs
Where can I find the Summer Day Camp Guide?
What programs do you offer?
Do you offer bussing?
Do you offer extended hours?
What is your withdrawal policy?
What does a typical day at summer day camp look like?
Do you offer Financial Assistance?
Do you offer overnight programs?
What is the Value Beads program?
What’s your COVID-19 policy and air quality procedure?
What is your program transfer policy?
Can I make a friend request?
Where can I find my receipt for tax purposes?
Accessibility and Inclusion Program Support
The Day Camp Accessibility and Inclusion program provides 1:1 support for children ages 4-12 years old who require additional assistance in order to participate in camp programming.
We will work with families through an intake process to find a camp location, a camp program and camp weeks to match with a counsellor that will set your child up for a successful and fun summer!
Please note, we do not provide assistance with medical equipment and/or procedures such as g-tube feeding and catheter care. We also do not provide full washroom assistance which could include; lifts wiping and diaper changes.
Click here to start your application.
Join Our Y Day Camp Alumni
Camp is all about creating connections. Whether it has been one year or 10 years since your last summer working at Y Day Camp, we want to stay connected. Join a community that has made a positive impact on the lives of countless campers and peers.
Did you know?
50% of YMCA Day Campers receive financial assistance or government subsidies.
Without support from donors like you, too many children and youth wouldn’t be able to access the fun, friendship, and learning opportunities of camp — and their parents wouldn't be able to afford this crucial form of care that enables them to work through the summer months.
