Break out of the winter blahs with BGC Ottawa’s March Break Day Camps.

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2 age groups (6-8 and 9-12)

2 Locations

1 week of incredible programs

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1 amazing March Break!

Fast Facts

March Break Day Camps

Break out of the winter blahs with BGC Ottawa’s March Break Day Camps.

Find my club to register

March 10 to March 14

2 locations

to choose from.

6-12 years of age

An engaging and fun-filled day camp experience for kids 6-12 years of age.

4 Program Pillars

Quality programs and activities rooted in our 4 Pillars of Programming.

$275 per week

Affordable fun for the kids, with an early bird offer of 20% off available until Jan. 24.

8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Professional team

Dedicated, genuine and professional staff team that goes over and above to ensure all kids have an enjoyable time at camp.

High Five Accedited

Like BGC Ottawa and Camp Smitty, our day camps are High-Five accredited.

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Club Locations

Unlock your child’s March Break day camp experience today!

Katimavik Satellite Location

64 Chimo Drive (Kanata)

Learn More Registration opens Jan. 15

Tomlinson Family Foundation Clubhouse

1463 Prince of Wales Drive

Learn More Registration opens Jan. 15

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A day in the life of a camper

Day camp will be a combination of structured and unstructured activities.

After check-in, the group will start with a physical activity, such as soccer, basketball, a relay or outdoor time.

From there the group will transition to daily programming activities, such as Skills and Thrills. This will be an opportunity for Campers to learn some neat stuff in their choice of skill area. Who knew it was possible to have fun and learn something at the same time? Campers can take their pick of drama, sports, arts, dance, cooking, camping skills and more.

Need to re-energize after Skills and Thrills? All Campers will be encouraged to eat a healthy snack mid-morning (one will be provided if needed). Then we’ll transition into Camper’s Choice, where they can grab a comic book and read, shoot some hoops or take part in arts and crafts. These are just a few of the many great options that will be available to all Campers. Then we’ll head outside for some Sun & Fun.

By now, Campers are hungry for lunch! Together, we’ll gather around the table or set up outside for a picnic lunch. After everyone is full from a healthy, nutritious lunch, there will be an afternoon jam-packed of fun, including activities with all Campers. The whole camp is in on these games. What will it be today? Capture the Flag, Animal Safari, a challenging relay or BGC Ottawa Olympics, soccer, basketball or an exciting out trip?

Structured programming will end at 3 p.m. and then each camper can choose how they want to wrap up their day. The activities are endless until their parents, or an adult, pick them up – the choice is theirs!

About

Four Pillars of Programming

At BGC Ottawa, programs are guided by our Four Pillars of Programming, which include Education, Creative Arts, Leadership & Social Skills and Physical Education & Healthy Lifestyle. These pillars are comprehensive and encapsulate the overarching goal of social skills development to build strong and productive community members.

It is these pillars that will guide weekly programming throughout all day camps. From cooking programs to team building to sports of all sorts, BGC Ottawa day camps will run a full complement of weekly activities, including fun-filled out trips.

Learn more about our pillar programs

About

BGC Ottawa’s March Break Day Camps

BGC Ottawa inspires self-expression and celebrates the unique talents of each Camper. Watch as your child’s imagination takes flight in an environment that encourages them to dream big and think outside the box. Our expertly crafted activities and challenges empower Campers to step out of their comfort zones, try new things and discover the strength within themselves.

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Testimonials

"Thank you, BGC Ottawa! My son loved his week with you all. We are so thankful he had such an awesome experience and we’re so excited to be back in the summer!"

– Anthony, parent of BGC Ottawa Camper

“Day camp allowed me to grow in many aspects. I really enjoyed being able to connect with children outside of the communities we serve. I am also very happy that I was able to expand my programming and leadership skills.”

– Mariam, Day Camp Counsellor

“We love having a safe, fun place to send our son while we work during the day.”

– Parent of BGC Ottawa Camper

About

Our Team

Our counsellors are the heartbeat of our day camp program, serving as mentors and role models for Campers. These dedicated individuals are responsible for creating a safe, supportive and fun environment where children can learn, play and grow.

A big part of the Day Camp Counsellors’ role is to keep Campers safe during camp hours. To help promote safety in all camps, our counsellors have the following certifications to ensure your child’s safety:

A police records check
Standard First Aid
CPR Level C and AED certification
Health and Safety training
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act Training
Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation Training

All staff also participate in a week of BGC Ottawa-specific training and planning. During training, staff learn the following:

Basic safety techniques for sun, water and out-trips
Leadership skills
Communication skills
Behaviour management techniques
Activity planning
What the proper policies and procedures are at BGC Ottawa

2 age groups (6-8 and 9-12)

2 Locations

1 week of incredible programs

=

1 amazing March Break!