Winter Break Day Camp at North York YMCA Day Camp

add-ons available:
  • Financial assistance available

  • 1:1 Support Available

Winter Break Day Camp | #149341
6 yrs - 12 yrs

as at 31 Dec 2026

29 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Tu, We, Th

8:00am - 5:30pm

Tu, We, Th

North York YMCA

Day Camp

Fee: $290
Description

Winter Break at the Y! Winter break camp gives campers ages 6-12 hands-on experience in Creative Arts, STEM, Stop Motion Animation and Eco Science, while building skills, confidence and independence. Campers are grouped by age, and activities are delivered in an age appropriate style. At the end of each day, campers will be bringing home their camp creations based on the program of the day.
Each day of winter break offers a different program!
Week 2Creative Arts Stop Motion AnimationCreations in Cardboard
A Typical Day:
Every day at Winter Break Camp starts with an opening circle to welcome campers and introduce staff. All campers will have the opportunity to earn Y-Value Beads, by demonstrating values in action! Every camp day ends with a bead ceremony and a closing circle.
Winter Break Camp combines dedicated program experiences with the fun and connection of Y Day Camp. Campers will participate in two dedicated hands-on programming activities each day.
See Sample Schedule: North York Week 2
Notes:
Camp hours: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Program hours: 9:00 am – 4:00pm (Please arrive by 9am to ensure your camper doesn’t miss out on any of the program activities) Swimming: Varies by location. Outdoor activities: Varies by location & weather conditions. Campers may participate in additional outdoor activities. Campers receive: All materials for activities provided Location-specific variations: Facilities, swimming, and other camp experiences may vary by location. Check your selected Y Day Camp location for details.

Location

For over 35 years, this YMCA has been providing child care, camps, and health and fitness services to members of its diverse surrounding community. Camp programs are available during school breaks throughout the year. Free parking is available on-site for members.

YMCA Financial Assistance

If you require Financial Assistance, please complete this form with proof of income. We recommend you continue to register for the program(s) of your choice. This is to hold your spot(s) until assistance approval is received. Spots and assistance are not guaranteed, and YMCA assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

To register in advance of assistance approval, a credit card will be required for a deposit payment. You will receive a full refund if assistance is not approved, and you choose not to attend the program.

If you require support to complete your online registration, please call 1-877-303-2677.

Accessibility and Inclusion Program; 1:1 Support

If your child requires additional assistance (1:1 support) to participate in programming, please follow the application process:

Summer Day Camp
Returning Families: Inclusion Support Programs for Registration
New Families: complete Pre-Enrollment Application
 
Health & Fitness registered program, March or Winter Break program, or programming at YMCA Camp Pine Crest
Complete Accessibility & Inclusion Support online inquiry form

Licensed Club
If you are interested in having your child(ren) only attend a Licensed Club program, a program delivered within a YMCA Child Care centre, please contact the specific location directly. 
If you are interested in both Day Camp and Licensed Club, please select those options in the Accessibility & Inclusion Support online inquiry form

You are welcome to continue building your Y Guide, however registration cannot be completed until you have connected with our Accessibility & Inclusion 1:1 Support team.

For more information, please call 1-877-303-2267. 

More Information
  • Registration starts for Non-residents2026/10/14 10:00
  • Registration starts for Members2026/10/14 10:00
  • Registration ends2026/12/11 23:58
Notes
Campers will be grouped into age appropriate groups based on registration.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Please bring clean indoor running shoes, re-fillable water bottle and nut free snacks and lunch.
PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL POLICY
To withdraw a participant from a program, you can do so by accessing the participant’s Registration History via your MY Y Account or by submitting your request to withdraw by email to register@ymcagta.org.Withdrawals that are processed online or requested by email 10 days before the start of the program will receive a refund minus an administration fee of 10% per program being withdrawn. Withdrawal requests received with less than 10 days’ notice will receive a refund minus an administration fee of 50% of the cost of the program being cancelled. These requests must be submitted by email to register@ymcagta.org.
GOVERNMENT CHILD CARE FEE ASSISTANCE (SUBSIDY)
To withdraw a participant from a program, you must submit your request to withdraw by email to register@ymcagta.org with at least 10 days’ notice prior to the session start date.A doctor's note is required for any withdrawal due to medical reasons. Refunds are not granted for inclement weather. Any request received after the start of the course will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Refunds take 2-3 weeks to process.
PROGRAM TRANSFER POLICY
To transfer a participant from a program, you can do so by accessing the participant’s Registration History via your MY Y Account or by submitting your request to transfer by email to register@ymcagta.org.Transfers must be processed online or requested by email 10 days before the start of the program. Transfer requests received with less than 10 days’ notice will be treated as a withdrawal and will receive a refund minus an administration fee of 50% of the cost of the program being withdrawn. These requests must be submitted by email to register@ymcagta.org.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA reserves the right to amend a registrant’s registration if we are unable to confirm where applicable the registrant’s assisted rate, we will bill at the full cost of the program. Any registration that is subsidized through a third-party agency must be submitted no less than two weeks prior to the start of the program that is being requested.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation due to low enrolment or other unforeseen circumstances that are prohibitive to the operation of the program. In these cases, you will receive a full refund of your fees paid.
The YMCA further reserves the right not admit or assume responsibility of a participant, if participant’s medical information is not completed and if the authorization is not signed by the parent/guardian and returned to the YMCA prior to the commencement of the registered program.

* Applicable discounts will be applied at checkout.

** The spot is not reserved until checkout is complete.

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