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PA Day Camps
Throughout the school year we offer a variety of PA Day camp options. Campers will have a full day of crafts, games, sports and swimming. Please bring a swimsuit, towel, running shoes and wear clothes to be active in. Campers may go outside to play so please also wear temperature/weather appropriate outdoor clothing just in case.
Campers should bring the following items to camp each day.
- Snacks, lunch and water bottle
- Swimsuit and towel
- Wear clothes they can be active in as well as running shoes
- Bring warm clothes to go outside and play (weather permitting)
Learn about our PA Day camp options below.
PA day/Winter Wonderland camp |
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Throughout the school year we offer a variety of PA Day camp options. Campers will have a full day of crafts, games, sports and swimming. Please bring running shoes and wear clothes to be active in. Campers may go outside (Riverside Park or St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School soccer field) to play so please also wear temperature/weather appropriate outdoor clothing just in case.
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General notes
Recreation Fee Assistance
If you live in Belleville, you can apply for recreation subsidies and fee assistance. We have subsidies available for 25% to 75% off the cost of the program based on income. The subsidy expires on June 30 of each year.
To apply to recreation fee assistance, please fill out our online form.
Important camp information
We want your child to have a great time at camp. Please familiarize yourself with the information below.
Things to bring to camp
Please send your child to camp with:
- Healthy lunch and snacks
- Bathing suit and towel (All summer camps located at QSWC will swim daily unless stated otherwise during the registration process)
- Sunscreen (seasonal)
- Warm outdoor clothes (seasonal)
- Labelled water bottle
- Appropriate camp play attire & indoor running shoes
- Hat and sun glasses (seasonal)
- Lots of smiles, energy & enthusiasm!
Camp hours
Camp hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm! All campers must be picked up on time.
Sign in/out procedures
All campers must be signed in upon arrival, and signed out upon departure from camp by their parent or guardian. A child may only leave the premises without a parent or guardian if the appropriate section of the waiver was filled out with additional pick up options. Government issued ID will be checked at sign out time.
Summer Camp Trips/Guests
Each week campers will go on a local trip or have a guest come to their location to present an activity. Local trips may include a City bus ride and/or walking. Camps at QSWC may also be regularly walking to St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School soccer fields or Riverside Park to play.
Allergy aware
We cannot ensure an allergen free environment. We are, however AWARE when we are notified that a child in camp has an allergy. During these weeks, we encourage parents to pack allergen-free snacks and lunches for the safety of all campers and/or share spaces as safely as possible to try and eliminate cross contamination.
High Five
The City of Belleville Community Services Department is a High Five affiliate. Our Summer Day Camp staff are trained in the Principle of Healthy Child Development and implement their knowledge through their lesson plans.
Positive space
To ensure that all campers have the opportunity to play and grow in a Positive Space, we have a zero tolerance-based system for negative camper conduct. Campers will be informed of our Positive Space policy and it will be applied equitably to all situations. It is our intent that this system will allow our campers to feel comfortable and secure during their time at Camp, while reinforcing respect for themselves and others.
Ontario Child and Family Services Act
City of Belleville day camp staff and volunteers are legally obliged to observe the terms of the Ontario Child and Family Services Act and must report a child in need of protection.
Financial assistance
Learn more about our Recreation Fee Assistance.
Does your child need assistance at camp?
If your child(ren) have any accommodation requirements please notify staff two weeks prior to the start of camp. Please fill out our Accessibility Accommodation Plan so we can better learn how to support your child(ren).
Please note that we do not offer one-on-one support through the City of Belleville but support staff/volunteers provided by the family are always welcome at camp. Please fill out our Accessibility Volunteer Application if you are providing support for a camper. A current police check (valid within the last 6 months) will be require prior to the camp starting.
Medication
If campers require medication they may leave their medication with our Day Camp Staff. Parents/caregivers are asked to provide Staff with special instruction prior to leaving the camp site. Staff will store medication in a safe location and remind campers when it is time to be taken; however, staff may not administer medication to campers (with the exception of epinephrine).
Contagious condition
If you suspect your child may have any contagious conditions such as; COVID-19, head lice, pink eye, severe poison oak etc., we ask that you do not send them to camp. Please call our customer service desk at 613-966-4632 to report if your child will be absent from camp for a medical reason. Please inform their leader in order to prevent infecting any other campers. We encourage you to remind your child not to share any personal items with other campers.
Visitation policy
Any person wishing to visit a City of Belleville Day Camp Site outside of regular drop off and pick-up hours MUST notify the City of Belleville Summer Camp Coordinator ahead of the visitation by contacting the City of Belleville’s Recreation, Culture & Community Services Department at 613-966-4632. Visitors are asked to keep their visits to a 15 minute maximum stay to help reduce disruption to the Children’s program time.
For individuals who wish to extend their visit beyond 15-minutes by volunteering at one of our programs, please note we will require all volunteers over the age of 18, to complete an application package, orientation and training session and submit a current (no older than 6 months) Criminal Reference Check including the vulnerable sector.
Camp Cancellations
Programs that do not meet the minimum participant registration numbers may have to be cancelled. If your camp program is cancelled, we will call the contact number listed on your registration form to notify you of the cancellations. You will have the option of transferring your registration to another week or program; keep a credit on your account for use at another time or a full refund (if requested). We hope you can assist us in preventing cancellations by encouraging your friends, family, and neighbors to come out and join our summer day camp programs!
Sunscreen
It is extremely important that campers come to camp wearing sunscreen with an extra bottle in their bag. In order to prevent sunburns, please encourage your child to continuously re-apply throughout each day. Campers are responsible for their own sunscreen application; however leaders will assist young campers who have difficulty applying their sunscreen appropriately as long as permission is given on the consent form.
Valuables
We ask that all valuables such as toys, electronics and sentimental items which could cause distraction or conflict amongst campers be left at home. We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged belongings.
Lost and found
We will have a designated area at each camp location that will contain any lost and found items. Please check this on a regular basis to ensure everything is returned to its owner. To help make this process easier, please label your child’s clothing clearly.
We share the air
Out of respect for those who work and use the recreational facilities, please avoid the use of perfume, cologne, scented hairspray and other scented products. Your help in keeping our environment safe is appreciated.
Summer Day Camps 2024
More information to come. Please check back regularly for more details.
Registration opens for the 2024 summer day camps for City of Belleville Taxpayers/Residents on April 22, 2024 at 8:30a.m. Registration opens to Non-City Taxpayers/Non-Residents on April 25, 2024 at 8:30a.m. Register early to avoid disappointment.
The Summer Camp Guide will be available for viewing online April 19, 2024. Hard copies will be made available in-person at the customer service desk.
Camp weeks run from July 2 to August 30, 2024. For ages 4 to 17. Camp Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Extra hours available (QSWC camps only) at an additional cost of $5.00/hour. Morning (7:00-8:00 a.m.) and Evening (5:00-6:00 p.m.) times available. Cost varies between $152.00-$190.00 per week.
Camps available:
- Kinder Camp (ages 4-6)
- Summer Spectacular Camp (grade 1-2)
- Extravaganza Camp (grade 3-5)
- Youth Camp (grade 6-8)
- Theatre Camp (ages 7-14) (2 weeks at a time)
- Sports Camp (JR ages 6-8 / SR ages 9-13)
- Certified Youth Camp (ages 11-13)
- Youth Leadership Development (ages 14-17)
- Wacky Water Camp (ages 7-14)
Did you participate in the 2024 summer camp season? Complete our survey for a chance to win $100 in credit for activities at the Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre.