The Summer Camps & Programs Guide outlines summer camp registration information, daily camp routines, waitlist and inclusion program information, what to bring to camp and more!

2024 Summer Camps & Programs Guide

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Summer 2024 Registration Dates

Members:
Online | March 19th, beginning at 8:00am
In-Person | March 21st, beginning at 8:00am

Non-Members:
Online | March 26th, beginning at 8:00am
In-Person | March 28th, beginning at 8:00am


Counsellor in Training (CIT) Volunteer Program

This program is designed for enthusiastic youth volunteers who are at least 13 years old. It will provide a work-like experience where youth can learn the ins and outs of what life is like as a camp counsellor.

To participate, youth must complete and submit the application form, successfully complete the interview process, and be able to commit to the following mandatory training session: June 6th, 2024 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. 

Please note that this is a volunteer program and not a camp. Encourage your children to write and submit their own applications. All communication will be sent directly to volunteers throughout the summer and not through parents. This is an exciting and popular program and spaces are limited, therefore not all applicants will be accepted. Applications are due no later than May 3rd, 2024.


What A Summer!

Summer of 2023 at the CGC was filled with movement and laughter, especially for over 1400 kids in summer camps! While each camp had many structured activities built into the daily schedule in keeping with the camp’s theme, all camps enjoyed a daily dip in the pools and lots of fresh air outdoors (weather permitting). During the months of July and August, CGC campers were very active, but also enjoyed visits by special guests.

Aspiring Artists camp spent time with local artist Emma Jordan, learning new art techniques and exploring many different kinds of art media. When engaged in art projects, the camp rooms were buzzing with creativity. From perler bead objects, paper bag monsters and crazy paper plate masks, to abstract and negative space art, many unique and colourful pieces were created—which surely secured a prominent spot on the fridge at home.

Mad Science of the Maritimes dropped into the Spectacular Science camps over the summer to give 3 different shows. The first was Solid, Liquid, Gas which consisted of many different experiments using dry ice (and the kids loved it!) and an introduction to the three states of matter. The second show was called Let’s Get Chemical where they discussed the periodic table of elements and talked about the indictors of physical versus chemical changes. The third show was called Invisible Forces. During this show, campers learned the difference between conductors and insulators and did a few experiments using metal and water as ways to conduct electricity.

The Clean Foundation gave Carbon Nation, Water Ways and Characters of Change presentations to Earth & Space Adventures, Spectacular Science, Water Blast, and Youth Leadership camps. Topics discussed included renewable energy sources, the many different ways water moves in the natural world and how to keep it clean, as well as the inspiration and actions needed to encourage positive environmental change.

In All Sorts of Sports camp, Rugby Nova Scotia introduced the sport of Rugby to campers in a fun and engaging way. Through a series of beginner friendly drills, techniques, and ball control exercises, Coach Remi created excitement and confidence among campers resulting in rave reviews.

While each camp had a lot of fun throughout and around the CGC, there were still a few all-time favourite activities:

  • Outdoor slip and slide
  • Inflatable obstacle course
  • Swimming (including water slides and diving boards)
  • Dodgeball between the kids and counsellors
  • Science experiments like bottle rockets, marshmallow structure, and exploding bags
  • Tie dye activities and water balloons

All in all, CGC’s Spectacular Science, Outdoor Explorers, and Water Blast camps were definitely among the kids’ highly rated camps this summer. Thanks for a great summer, we look forward to another action-packed one in 2024!