Camps

PA Day Camps

On occasion there may be additional fee's for special days at camp. These additional fees can apply to trips, pizza days, etc.  

Winter Break Camp

Winter Break Camp is scheduled for Thursday January 2nd and Friday January 3rd at the Teeswater Culross Community Centre! Daily registration is available for Winter Break Camp.

Check back soon for more information about Winter Break Camp 2025!

March Break Camp

March Break Camp 2025 is scheduled for the week of March 10-14th at the Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex! Check back soon for more details about this exciting camp! 

Summer Camp

Make memories this summer at Summer Camp! The Municipality of South Bruce is excited to offer 8 weeks of fun this summer at camp! Each camp has it's own theme and special activities/trips. Campers will be involved in weekly library visits, swimming three times a week, off site trips and exploring their community! 

Please note that activities/trips are subject to change or to cancellations as they are dependent on registrations. 

Ages: 4-12 (unless specified)

Drop Off 8:00AM-9:00AM

Programming 9:00AM-5:00PM

Pick Up 5:00PM-5:30PM

Teeswater Camp Location: Teeswater Ball Diamond Pavilion /Teeswater Culross Community Center (weather dependent) 

Mildmay Camp Location: Mildmay Optimist Arena Park/ Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex

2024 Summer Camp Schedule

 Registration for Summer Camp is on a first come, first serve basis. To secure your spot, ensure that all forms are completed in full prior to registering. 

Please complete the Camper Information Form, Anaphylaxis Care Plan (if applicable), and the applicable weekly registration forms. Forms can be submitted to the Recreation Programmer via email  or dropped off at the Municipal Administration Office (21 Gordon St. E, Teeswater ON). 

• Camper Information Form
• Anaphylaxis Care Plan (if required)
• Weekly Registration Form(s)
  • Week 1- Magic Camp Full- Waitlist Spots Available
  • Week 2- Amazing Animals Full- Waitlist Spots Available
    
  • Week 3- Swim Camp (Teeswater) Full- Waitlist Spots Available
  • Week 4- Nature Camp Limited Space Available
    
  • Week 5- Young Leaders Available
  • Week 6- Snack Attack Limited Space Available
  • Week 7- Swim Camp (Mildmay) Full- Waitlist Spots Available
  • Week 8- NII Explore STEM Camp (Ages 7-10, 8:30AM-5:00PM) Available
    
  • Week 8- South Bruce Science Camp (Ages 4-6) Available
• Payment (Debit, Cash, or Cheque accepted)

Please ensure to review the Recreation Refund Policy prior to Registration Night. 

 Deposit

• Full payment is required to register for 1 or 2 weeks of camp plus a 25% non refundable deposit for additional camps per child

Installment Payments

• A deposit is required for each camper/session to secure a spot as outlined above
• Remaining balances are due June 7th and will be invoiced May 7th 
• Electronic Funds Transfer must be received by 4pm on the installment due date
• Registrations received after June 7th must be paid in full
• Any deviation to the above installment schedule must be approved by the Recreation Programmer and will only be accommodated if changes are made prior to June 7th

If you choose to use the Camp Payment Policy, this confirms your spot in program. If you choose to withdraw from the program, the Recreation Refund Policy must be adhered to. 

Cancellations/Refunds

Any cancellations/refunds will be processed according to the Recreation Refund Policy. If you are choosing to use the Camp Payment Policy, you are committing to paying for and attending the camps that were registered for. 

The Municipality of South Bruce is excited to launch the Counsellor in Training Program! The Counsellor in Training program is open to students ages 13 + who have experience or looking to gain experience working with children in a camp setting through volunteering. 

Volunteer hours can be used toward the 40 hours needed to earn your high school diploma! 

Counsellors in Training must attend one of the two training dates and commit to at least one full week of camp to qualify for the program. 

Training Dates

Thursday June 13th, 6-8pm Teeswater Culross Community Centre

Tuesday June 18th, 6-8pm, Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex

Counsellor in Training Application Form

For more information about the Counsellor in Training Program, please contact the Recreation Programmer via email or call 519-392-6623 ext 234. 

1. Complete a registration form

 School Break Camp (PA Days, Winter Break, March Break) Registration Form

Registration forms can be sent directly to the Recreation Programmer or dropped off at the following locations:

• Municipal Administration Office, during office hours (21 Gordon St. E, Teeswater ON)
• Drop Boxes
  • Mac's Milk (57 Elora & 1st St. Mildmay ON)
  • Municipal Administration Office (21 Gordon St. E, Teeswater ON)
    
    

2. Complete payment

Please do not complete payment until you have received confirmation of availability for requested camp days. 

Payment can be made in on of the following ways:

Municipal Administration Office (21 Gordon St. East Teeswater)
Office Hours: 8:30AM-4:30PM, Monday-Friday. Cash, debit, or cheque available for payment method
Drop Box Available at the front of the building. Please submit cheque payment in a secured envelope with the last name of the registered child(ren) and program name. 

Mac’s Milk (57 Elora & 1st Street Mildmay)
Drop Box Available inside building. Please submit cheque payment in a labeled envelope with the last name of the registered child(ren) and program name. 

E-transfer

If you prefer to may payment via e-transfer, please email or call the office 519-392-6623 ext 249. 

Please note that an expression of interest or a completed registration form does not guarantee camp registration. Camp spots cannot be held without payment. Official confirmation will be sent once payment has been made. Registration is based on a first come, first serve basis. 

3. Complete any additional paperwork required

Additional paperwork will be sent after camp registration has been confirmed. This paperwork can range from trip forms, pizza forms etc. 

All program cancellation requests must be received in writing, using the Recreation
Refund Form. The date that the Recreation Refund form is submitted will be used for
determining the refund based on the following:

• Full refunds will be available for customers within the first 14 days after registration, minus a $25.00 administration fee
• lf registration occurs less than 14 days before the start of the program or activity, refunds will not be available
• Cancellations received after 14 days, but more than 14 days before the start date of the program or activity can transfer their registration to an alternative program or activity. lf no alternative is available, or if the cancellation is for exceptional reasons, a credit can be applied to the customer's account, minus the $25.00 administration fee. The credit has no expiry.
• Cancellations occurring less than 14 days before the start date of a program or activity will receive no refund or credit.
• ln the case of camps, if the program is waitlisted and the space is resold to another customer, then the customer will receive a credit on their account

• lf the written request to withdraw is received within the first 2 weeks of the program a pro-rated refund will be calculated based on the number of completed classes minus a $25.00 administration fee.

• lf a written request to withdraw is received after the second week of program no refund will be issued

• In the case of a medical reason, a refund will be issues based on the pro-rated value of the remaining classes less the applicable administration fee, provided no more than 75% of the session has passed
• For programs and activities cancelled by the Municipality of South Bruce, refunds will be issued
• Portions of the registration fee paid to third party suppliers are non-refundable. Examples include program materials and supplies, such as books, t-shirts, food, admission tickets, travel fees etc. 
• If a participant is withdrawn from an activity or program, 50% of the remaining session will be refunded

All Refund Request forms must be submitted to the Recreation Programmer or at the Municipal Administration Office. 

Recreation Refund Form

Absolutely! Depending on the day and activity plans campers may walk to local offsite activities such as the parks, pool, arenas, libraries etc. 

Offsite activities where campers must travel by bus are possible too! All out of town activities will be communicated with parents in advance and permission forms must be completed. 

Program subsidy may be available by contacting the Bruce County Human Services Department at 519-881-0431.

Each camp day, campers should bring the following items:

• Reusable water bottle
• Peanut/nut free lunch and snacks
• Outdoor winter gear such as boots, snow pants, mittens, etc (during the winter months)
• A change of clothes
• Indoor secure closed toe and closed heel shoes (due to safety, all campers need to wear secure footwear when playing active games indoors/outdoors)

Please come to camp adventure ready! Please label all items that are brought to camp to avoid loosing your stuff to the dreaded lost and found!

The Municipality of South Bruce is registered with Mabel's Labels! Every purchase made helps support our camp programs! To help support our programming, visit Mabel's Labels and search for "Municipality of South Bruce- Camp Programs". 

What should my child wear at camp?

Campers should dress comfortably for play. T-shirts and athletic pants are recommended and encouraged. We highly recommend that campers refrain from wearing dresses or skirts to camp. Campers will be going outside everyday. Campers must wear secure closed toe and closed heel footwear. Sandals, winter boots, wedges, or any other open toed shoes are not permitted. 

Campers not dressed according to the camp dress code will not be permitted into camp until their attire is in alignment with the camp dress code. 

What time is drop off?

Drop off is from 8:00AM-9:00AM at your respective facility, unless specified otherwise. Please arrive to camp by 9:00AM.

What time is pick up?

Pick up begins at 5:00pm at your respective facility, unless specified otherwise. 

Have your photo I.D. ready, as all adults even parents must show photo ID each time, they pick up a child. This is for the safety of the child. We appreciate your assistance in ensuring the safety of the children entrusted in our care. If you need to pick up your child before 5:00pm, please call the program phone to notify staff.

There will be a fee of $1.00/minute charged for children picked up after 5:30pm. Frequent late pick-ups will result in removal from the current and all future camps.