Camp Smitty

Camp Smitty is often described by parents as genuine, responsible and trustworthy, while Campers say it’s fun, cool and awesome. Camp is such a special place in the hearts of so many people, and we hope to see your children and youth in our world of fun soon.

High Five

Badge of accreditation for the Ontario Camp Association.

Ontario Camps Association

Program Overview

Our tradition and commitment is to ensure every child has the most positive camp experience!

‍Camp Smitty, operated by BGC Ottawa, offers a beautiful lakefront setting, fantastic Staff team and dynamic programs for Campers aged 8 to 16 years old. Since 1924, the camp has built a reputation as a highly respected program – something we’re very proud of – and we’ve provided exceptional summer experiences for thousands of young people.

Our Staff team always sets us apart; they are an extraordinarily impressive group of dedicated people who genuinely care about the Campers. They create a safe and fun environment, offering parents peace of mind and encouraging kids to have the time of their lives.

Camp Smitty is often described by parents as genuine, responsible and trustworthy, while Campers say it’s fun, cool and awesome. Camp is such a special place in the hearts of so many people, and we hope to see your children and youth in our world of fun soon.

The camp is proud to be both HIGH FIVE accredited – a quality standard for children’s sport and recreation – and Ontario Camps Association accredited, for Camps Parents Trust.

Help send kids to camp regardless of their financial situation.

Registration

We make concerted efforts to ensure that all children and families, regardless of their financial situation, feel welcome and included at Camp Smitty. We have curated a registration process that is barrier-free and will actively attempt to provide information that is supportive to the cultural and socio-economic diversity we strive to serve.

Registration Fees

Level 1 – full-fee: $1,200

This level is for families that can afford this amount, or where an agency, sponsor and/or foundation is covering the full cost on behalf of the Camper and/or family.

Level 2 – reduced rate: $895

This level is for families who cannot afford the full $1,200. There are no questions asked, no special forms to fill out. 

Level 3 – subsidy: Cost to-be-decided

For families with limited income and/or special circumstances. The cost for this level is determined through a confidential subsidy application form. All details needed to be provided with financial assistance will be presented to you during the Camp Smitty registration process (link above).

Sessions

Camp Smitty will offer four (4) 10-day sessions in 2024 with the first session commencing on July 1.

Session 1: July 1 to July 11

Session 2: July 15 to July 25

Session 3: July 29 to August 8

Session 4: August 12 to August 22

Accreditations

Ontario Camps Association

Camp Smitty is accredited as a Camp Parents Trust by the Ontario Camps Association. This accreditation confirms that our facility continuously meets industry safety standards and provides participants with quality camp and outdoor education centre experiences.

High Five

Camp Smitty is proud to be HIGH FIVE accredited – a quality standard for children’s sport and recreation. The HIGH FIVE vision is that through sustained involvement in quality programs, all children aged 4-12 are experiencing healthy development.

We must acknowledge

BGC Ottawa acknowledges that our work spans many Territories and Treaty areas and we are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers Elders who are with us today, those who have gone before us and the youth that continuously inspire us in the work that we do. BGC Ottawa's mission statement is to provide safe, supportive places where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life. We recognize that these values are impossible to attain without the ongoing guidance and partnerships with Indigenous peoples.