Appleby Summer Camps has something for everyone, with more than 50 programs and over 220 weekly sessions! Program offerings include Early Discovery, Sports & Adventure, Arts & Media, Science & Success and Leadership camps. Sessions feature highly qualified instructors, low camper to instructor ratios, nutritious lunches, and daily swims (with full day camps). Make us your choice for summer friendship, learning and fun!
Appleby Summer Camps are organized into five major programs. We have an Early Discovery program customized for younger campers ages 4-7, with both full and half-day camps and weekly themes. Older campers ages 7-14 will enjoy a wide variety of programs in Sports & Adventure, Arts & Media, Science & Success. Also check out our specially designed Leadership camps for participants ages 12-17.
Appleby Camps feature highly qualified instructors, low camper to instructor ratios, nutritious lunches, and daily swims (with full day camps). Our standard hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. each day with drop-off and pick-up between 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. All camps run on our beautiful 60-acre lakeside campus in southwest Oakville (minutes from the Oakville Go) featuring outstanding facilities in academics, athletics, performance arts and dining.
Appleby Camps is a fully accredited member of the Ontario Camps Association (OCA). The OCA has and continues to be recognized as a worldwide leader in organized camping for children and youth. Member camps must adhere to the highest standards of safety, supervision and quality programming.
Instructors are recently certified in First Aid and CPR-C, have passed a police check and participate in Appleby’s intensive pre-camp safety and skills training course. Camper to instructor ratios are low with a target of 5:1 in Early Discovery programs and 8:1 in all other programs. All instructors deliver engaging activities and programs and have experience caring for children in their specific camp program. Many are qualified teachers, coaches, recreational specialists or early childcare educators.
In all our programs we emphasize individual skills development, participation, co-operation and fun! Our mission is to promote discovery, inspiration and competition with friends in a safe, fun and inclusive environment. We take pride in making our camps a family experience with events, games and shows for the whole family.
We are partnering again this year with Loveable Labels to try and make sure every camper's clothing follows them home after a great week at camp. Please visit their site to place your order before the summer begins.
Jenny Wyatt
Director of Camp Programs, Appleby College
Full refunds will be issued for any cancellation received 30 days or more prior to the start date of the session you wish to cancel. For cancellations received 15-29 days prior to the start of the session, refunds will be subject to a $100 administration fee, per camper, per week. Requests for cancellations received within 14 days of the camp start date are non-refundable unless a medical certificate accompanies the request. Refunds will not be granted for inclement weather or for days of camp not attended.
Appleby College Camps will do everything possible to avoid program cancellations; however we reserve the right to cancel a session of camp if the minimum enrollment is not met or if other unforeseen circumstances occur. In these situations, we will accommodate your child in an alternate program/alternate week or we will provide you with a full refund at your discretion.
Enjoy the convenience of early drop off and/or late pick up daily while your camper delights in play with camp friends! Campers will find games, arts and crafts, sports, or a space to relax. A snack will be provided. Appleby camps Before and/or After Appleby Camp Care service is available over March Break Camp and during all Summer Camp weeks. Camp care is available for campers of all ages. Be sure to check off the appropriate camp care box during registration.
| Before Camp Care Time | 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
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| Before Camp Care Fee |
$30/Week ($24/4-Day Camp Week) |
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After Camp Care Time |
3:30 - 6:00 p.m. |
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After Camp Care Fee |
$60/Week ($48/4-Day Camp Week) |
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Before & After Camp Care Time |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. |
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Before & After Camp Care Fee |
$75/Week ($60/4-Day Camp Week) |
This year Appleby Camps is offering campers round-trip busing from various zones in Oakville and Burlington. Buses are staffed by Appleby Camps Instructors who will serve as Bus Captains during the ride, and will pick-up/check-in your camper(s) from the location that you indicate from the Routes list below and bring them to Appleby College.
You must register for busing at least ten days prior to the start of the camp week, and it will be required to choose the pick-up/drop-off location best suited to your family. Additional details regarding busing is available on our Parent FAQ Page.
Morning Pick-Up
Each morning between 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., the bus will arrive at the designated stop to pick-up your camper(s). The approximate times for each stop are referenced below. One week prior to the start of your camp, an e-mail will be sent notifying you of more details regarding each specific stop and the specific time.
Afternoon Drop-Off
At the end of the day campers will be brought back to the same location arriving between 4:15 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. at which time the Bus Captain will sign the camper(s) out with their authorized pick up parent/guardian. The approximate times for each stop are referenced below. With parent/guardian permission campers aged 10-17 years are able to sign themselves on/off of the bus and walk home.
| Dates |
Week 3: July 6-10, 2020 |
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Week 4: July 13-17, 2020 |
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Week 5: July 20-24, 2020 |
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| Week 6: July 27-31, 2020 | |
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Week 8: August 10-14, 2020 |
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Week 9: August 17-21, 2020 |
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| Time | Pick Up: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Drop off: 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. (depending on location, exact times will sent prior to camp) |
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4-17 |
| Fee |
$75 (round-trip only) |
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Location |
Major Intersection
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A.M. Pick-Up Time* (Approximate) |
P.M. Drop-Off Time* (Approximate) |
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Burlington Mall |
Guelph Line and Fairview Street |
7:35 - 7:40 a.m. |
4:45 – 4:50 p.m. |
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Corpus Christi High School |
Upper Middle and Appleby Line |
8:00 – 8:05 a.m. |
4:25 – 4:30 p.m. |
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Abbey Park High School |
Upper Middle and Third Line |
8:25 – 8:30 a.m. |
4:00 – 4:05 p.m. |
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*More precise pick-up and drop-off times will be e-mailed to you a week prior to the start of your camper(s)' program. Routes and itineraries are subject to change and are dependent on bus enrollment numbers. |
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Location |
Major Intersection
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A.M. Pick-Up Time* (Approximate) |
P.M. Drop-Off Time* (Approximate) |
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Maple Grove Arena |
Lakeshore Road & Ford Drive |
7:30 – 7:35 a.m. |
4:35 – 4:40 p.m. |
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Iroquois Ridge Community Centre |
8th Line between Upper Middle St. & Dundas St. W. |
7:55 – 8:00 a.m. |
4:20 – 4:25 p.m. |
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River Oaks Community Centre |
Sixth Line & Dundas |
8:10 – 8:15 a.m. |
4:00 – 4:05 p.m. |
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*More precise pick-up and drop-off times will be e-mailed to you a week prior to the start of your camper(s)' program. Routes and itineraries are subject to change and are dependent on bus enrollment numbers. |
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Thank you for your interest in working or volunteering at Appleby Camps! Our Camp Staff Team plays a huge role in making our camps a success, and we pride ourselves on having qualified, highly skilled, and enthusiastic instructors running our programs. It takes a wide variety of people to make up our Camp Team, each bringing an individual skill set specific to their position.
Positions at Appleby Camps include Program Directors, Head Instructor, Head Guard, Lifeguard, Instructor Level 2, Instructor Level 1, Inclusion Facilitator, Communications Lead, Videographer, Photographer, Before & After Care Staff and Volunteer.
Position Posting Information
In order for your application to be considered, please create your candidate profile and send us your resume through our online system once the position is posted under Current Opportunities. Please note that building your profile and uploading your resume is the ONLY method of application and resumes sent via e-mail will not be reviewed.
Position Descriptions
There are two minimum requirements for all Staff & Volunteer positions.
Every Instructor must have a valid Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector search.
- March Break Camp (March 16-20, 2020) applicants must have done this on or after September 1, 2019.
- Summer Camp (June 22 -August 28, 2020) applicants must have done this on or after January 1, 2020.
Instructors must also have a current Standard First Aid and CPR-C (must have done this on or after September 1, 2018)
Under the supervision of the Program Director, Media, the Communications Photographer will photograph or film participants for the various summer programs offered and produce weekly slideshows and web galleries, or other program materials as requested. Working co-operatively with Program Directors and Instructors, the Communications Photographer will engage participants with enthusiasm and energy making photo and video opportunities fun for everyone. The Communications Photographers will also provide instruction and direction to Communications Volunteers.
As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for diligently monitoring the activities in the pool areas to prevent accidents and provide a safe environment to campers. Under the supervision of the Head Lifeguard, Lifeguards will ensure the health and safety of campers and staff while in the pool area, perform assessments and classifications of the swimming ability for each swimmer, perform rescues and administer first aid as required. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age with a current NL certification and lifeguarding experience.
Inclusion Facilitators are responsible for providing 1-to-1 inclusion support to campers with exceptionalities, in addition to providing support to the Head Instructor, as well as Instructors, Level I & II, within a specific camp program to ensure that camp activities are inclusive to all participants. The Inclusion Facilitator creates programming to integrate campers with exceptionalities into camp activities and communicates with parents of assigned campers to provide regular feedback. They work as part of a team to ensure a safe, productive and enjoyable experience for all campers.
Mandarin Speaking Instructors are responsible for directly supporting the Head Instructor, as well as the Instructor, Level II within specific sports or arts areas. You will work as part of a team to ensure a safe, productive and enjoyable experience for all campers and act as a translation resource to all camp staff when needed for E.L.L Campers, in addition to creating programming to integrate E.L.L. campers into camp activities and provide support to campers from our C.E.C. (Canadian Experience Camp) program who speak Mandarin.
Under the supervision of the Head Instructor, the Volunteer Instructor will provide assistance within a specific program area. The Volunteer Instructor will participate as part of a team offering support and ensuring an enjoyable experience for all campers. Applicants for this position should have completed min. Grade 8 and/or be 14 years of age and will work closely with the Head Instructor providing support within assigned areas.
We also have a Leadership Camp this summer designed to grow leadership skills through group work, team building and kinesthetic programming. Please click here to check out more details for the: Leadership Camps. By the end of the program all Leadership campers will be certified in Standard First Aid and CPR – C (which is the level of first aid they would need to volunteer at Appleby Camps).
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Thank you all for your patience and positive feedback during this challenging time of uncertainty. We have made the difficult decision to cancel all Appleby Camps summer programs for 2020.
For our most recent updates on Appleby Camps and COVID-19, click here to read our communications to parents and follow our Instagram @applebycamps to stay connected. We look forward to seeing you in 2021!