PA Day Camps

Join us for swimming, crafts, dance, games, sports…and more! Led by our HIGH FIVE™ trained staff, University Settlement’s PA Day Camps offer age-appropriate, unique, fun experiences that nurture exploration, spark imagination, and provide opportunities for physical activity.

Fun-Filled PA Day Camps for Children Ages 4 to 12

Join us for fun-filled PA Day Camps at University Settlement! Open to all children ages 4 to 12. The program includes active games in our gym, on-site leisure swim time, arts & crafts and a field trip to a local destination each month (weather permitting)!

Led by our HIGH FIVE™ trained staff, University Settlement’s Day Camps offer age-appropriate, unique, fun experiences that nurture exploration, spark imagination, and provide opportunities for physical activity.

Three Camp Cohorts

  • Explorers & Rangers Camp: For ages 4 to 6
  • Voyagers Camp: For ages 7 to 9
  • Adventurers Camp: For ages 10 to 12

PA Day Camp Dates

  • Friday, October 7
  • Friday, November 18
  • Friday, December 2
  • Friday, January 13
  • Friday, February 17
  • Friday, June 2

Time

  • Camp Day: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Early drop-off (optional): 8:10 am to 9:00 am
  • Late pick-up (optional): 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Fees

  • $50 per PA Day (9:00 am to 5:00 pm)
  • $10 per Extended Care Option (Early Drop-off or Late Pick-up). Please ensure you add extended care options to your cart upon registration if you are interested in participating in our extended care program.
  • Please note: Annual Agency Membership is required for all families participating in programs/activities at University Settlement (this includes one adult and up to 5 children; if your spouse is interested in registering in programs for themselves, they need to sign up for their own membership)

Additional Information

Financial Assistance

Families looking for Financial Assistance must contact kidsprograms@universitysettlement.ca to submit the most recent copy of the household Canada Child Benefit (CCB) statement and proof of address BEFORE registering for Camp. There is a limit to our subsidy funding, therefore, the subsidy is not guaranteed.

Payment Policy

A 30% non-refundable deposit is required upon registration. Payment plans are available for the remaining balance, payment will be due 7 days prior to the start of camp. Refunds are based on the remaining balance.

Camp Refund Policy

Refunds for camps will be made if requested by email according to the timelines below. An in-house credit can also be obtained instead of a refund. This credit can be put towards other camps, programs, or membership fees if guidelines below are met. Refunds on credit cards are subject to the administrative fee deducted from the total amount. We reserve the right to grant exceptions to the stated policy in cases of illness.

Refund Schedule

  • Refunds requested at least 15 days before start of the camp: 100% refund of remaining balance
  • Refunds requested 7 to 14 days before start of the camp: 75% refund of remaining balance
  • Refunds requested less than 7 days before start of the camp: 50% credit to your account
  • Refunds requested after the start of camp: No refunds offered

Transfer Policy

If you would like to transfer to a different camp day, a transfer request can be submitted before the initial camp week starts. Transfer approvals are dependent on available space in each camp week and only one transfer/camper will be permitted. A $10 administration fee will be charged.

Annual Agency Membership

Annual Agency Membership is required for all families participating in programs/activities at University Settlement (this includes one adult and up to 5 children – your partner can be listed as your child’s authorized pick up and emergency contact; if your spouse is interested in registering in programs for themselves, they will need to sign up for their own membership).

Online Registration is Now Open

You can now register and pay online using our new online portal on Active Network.

If you have any questions, please contact the Children’s Program Coordinator at kidsprograms@universitysettlement.ca or call 416‑598‑3444 ext. 229.

High Five

Proudly HIGH FIVE™ Accredited

HIGH FIVE™ is Canada’s only comprehensive quality standard for children’s programs. Based on a holistic approach to healthy child development, it’s quality framework addresses Staff Training and Development, Program Assessments, Policies/Procedures, and Awareness.