Camps and pre-school
Day camps during COVID-19
The City of Waterloo's number one priority is the safety of our campers and staff, while creating an enjoyable experience for our campers. COVID-19 protocols and practices will be in place during camp sessions.
Here is what you and your child(ren) can expect at the City of Waterloo Day Camp:
- maintaining small cohorts who stay together to help minimize risk
- attempting to place siblings in the same group to limit household exposures
- making efforts to pair camper friends together at the request of parents
- there will be no offsite field trips, or onsite special guests
- camp staff are exploring the idea of live streaming guest speakers
- screening will take place every morning, enhanced vaccine certificate and government issued ID will be required for participants 12 years and older to enter the building
- to minimize the risk to campers and staff, parents will not be allowed beyond the screening table
- hygiene and cleaning practices will increase:
- increased frequency and supervision of hand hygiene
- increased frequency of cleaning high contact surfaces
These are just some of the current practices and protocols we have in place. More specific instructions will be coming and these are subject to change based on the direction of the provincial and federal governments, and the Region of Waterloo Public Health Unit.
Descriptions, times and fees for day camps offered during school breaks. Additional info on camp counsellor training and pre-school programs.
Summer camp (ages 4 to 14, camp specific)
- takes place at three locations – Albert McCormick Community Centre (AMCC), Waterloo Memorial Recreation Centre (WMRC), RIM Park from July 4 – September 2
- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
- lunches available when registering or by order form (excluding camps at AMCC)
- consent forms posted below
Youth leadership development (ages 13 to 16, camp counsellor in training)
- Two week placement at one of three locations – Albert McCormick Community Centre (AMCC), Waterloo Memorial Recreation Centre (WMRC), RIM Park from July 4 – September 2
- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
- lunches available when registering or by order form (excluding camps at AMCC)
- consent forms posted below
Additional camp info including consent forms |
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If you're interested in camp but have concerns about fees or your child's abilities, visit our fee assistance and inclusion services page to learn more about how we can help. |
Pre-school drop-in (ages 0 to 6)
The Tots at Play program features a large indoor floor space and lots of toys and tools to keep kids busy. Drop-in any time, no registration required.
- Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the indoor sports fields at Bechtel Park
- $5.90/visit for up to four children (cash or FitPass payment only)
- This program is currently suspended
To search our registered seasonal pre-school offerings, visit ActiveWaterloo.