Toronto Sheppard Avenue Y Day Camp
About Toronto Sheppard Avenue Y Day Camp
North York's family friendly, air-conditioned YMCA Health & Fitness Centre is brought even more to life when 50 campers make it their home every week during the summer! Day campers takes full advantage of the wonderful indoor facilities and get to enjoy the local outdoor greenspace. Campers will enjoy playing sports and games in the gymnasium, being active outdoors, creating arts and crafts in the program room and exploring movement in the studio. Campers will swim twice a week in the indoor YMCA pool. Camp operates 9:00am – 4:00pm. Extended Hours are available on site from 7:30 - 9:00am and 4:00 - 6:00pm for an additional fee of $40/week.
Where are we located?
Located in the Health & Fitness Centre at Bayview & Sheppard.Camp Address
567 Sheppard Ave. East
North York, ON
M2K 1B2
Staff at Toronto Sheppard Avenue Y Day Camp
Camp Director
Ali Raza
Regional Director
Janice Choi
Camp Email
northyork.daycamp@ymcagta.org
Phone Number
416-402-0195
What's Camp like at Toronto Sheppard Avenue Y Day Camp?
Whether it's your child is an experienced camper or it's their first experience, it's always helpful to know what they could expect this summer!
8:50 - 9:00am: Sign In
9:00 - 9:30am: Opening Circle and Attendance
Campers and staff participate in fun songs, games and camp traditions.
9:30 - 9:45am: Transition Time
Campers and staff rotate to their first activity. They are given the opportunity to hydrate, eat a snack, use the washroom and apply sunscreen or bug spray if required. Staff will take this time to clean and sanitize equipment and spaces.
9:45 – 10:30am: Program Block One
Campers participate in their first program. For example; campers in science would participate in an exciting science project or experiment. Please note that some groups may combine two program times depending on the activity.
10:30 – 10:45am: Transition Time
10:45 – 11:30am: Program Block Two
11:30 – 12:15pm: Lunch
This time is allocated to hydration and refueling. Group challenges and riddles make this downtime exciting for all.
12:15 – 1:00pm: Program Block Three
1:00 – 1:15pm: Transition Time
1:15 – 2:00pm: Program Block Four
2:00 – 2:15pm: Transition Time
2:15 – 3:00pm: Program Block Five
3:00 – 3:45pm: Closing Circle and Daily Debrief
The camp day ends with a closing circle and values bead ceremony. Counselors recognize campers who have demonstrated positive values throughout the day. At the end of the week, campers who have earned all 6 values beads are awarded their gold bead of excellence. On Fridays, the coveted camp spirit trophy is awarded to the camper group that earned the most spirit points.
3:45 – 4:00pm
Transition to Extended Hours, tidy up and sign out.The Extended Hours program provides campers with a variety of activities to choose from such as board games, puzzles, melt beads and arts & crafts.
Campers are provided with a pre-packaged snack in the morning and afternoon. Please bring a re-fillable water bottle as drinks are not provided
Variety, Science, Lego Stop Motion, Claymation
Getting Ready for Camp
Here is everything you need to know in order to get your camper ready for a summer with the Y!
Drop off and pick up will be located in the Bayview parking lot, off of Bayview Avenue. If driving, the Bayview parking lot is accessible when driving north along Bayview Avenue. Once in the Bayview parking lot, you will find camp staff ready to greet you!
No bussing available to this location.
The Right to Disconnect - Following the new Ontario Bill 27 and in keeping with our values, the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of employees. A Right to Disconnect policy has been initiated effective of June 2, 2022. The policy is intended to support work/life balance and staff wellbeing by ensuring that employees have the right to disconnect from their work outside of their scheduled hours regardless of whether they are in a centre/office or working remotely. Therefore, it is important to note that families will be contacted during Day Camp business hours which are 8:00am – 6:00pm.
How to register
Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to use our online registration portal.
Need help? Call 1- 877-303-CAMP (2267) to register by phone or email register@ymcagta.org.
Help send a child to camp
As a parent, you know how camp can make a difference in kids’ lives. But did you know that one in five YMCA day camp families struggles to send their kids to camp? You can help by making a donation to the YMCA of Greater Toronto, you can share the camp experience and help transform a kid’s life this summer.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR CHILD'S SAFETY:
Please ensure the person picking up your child brings Government Issued ID and is an authorized pick up! Unsure? Please email the Camp Director.
YMCA Camp Registration Office
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Our Mission: The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity offering opportunities for personal growth, community
involvement and leadership.
Our Vision: Our communities will be home to the healthiest children, teens and young adults.
Our Values: The YMCA of Greater Toronto is guided by values that influence our actions and the decisions we make: Caring,
Health, Honesty, Inclusiveness, Respect and Responsibility.
