The Spring / Summer Recreation and Special Events Activity Guide is available online on April 2!
Print copies will also be available at the Township Office, and at local community centres.
Resident Registration: Tuesday, April 7 (12:00 p.m.)
General Registration: Monday, April 13 (12:00 p.m.)
Scan the QR code to view the guide or visit tiny.ca/playportal
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Welcome to the Township of Tiny’s Summer Day Camp program! Through exciting and active adventures, new friends, and caring staff, children will create wonderful memories that last a lifetime.
This booklet provides you with important information about the program, as well as details about our operations, expectations and more. Keep this guide on-hand for easy reference throughout the summer.
Township of Tiny
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As the most northerly township in the County of Simcoe, the Township of Tiny offers 70km of coastline along beautiful Georgian Bay. The municipality’s approximate population of 13,000 residents at least doubles in the summer as the region is a popular destination for both tourism and cottagers due to its beautiful waterfront areas and small-town appeal. To learn more about Tiny and all that we have to offer, visit www.tiny.ca.
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The Recreation and Special Events Department will operate and promote Township of Tiny recreation programs and special events in a manner that is cost effective and responsive to the needs of the public, staff and, Council.
The Department maintains positive external relationships with service clubs, third party recreation service providers and community members who utilize the department’s services by focusing on a high standard of customer service. Through the promotion of volunteerism, the department aims to remain fiscally responsible with its service delivery model while fostering a vibrant community spirit and healthy lifestyles.
The Recreation and Special Events Department is currently comprised of five full-time permanent staff: Director of Recreation and Special Events, Community Recreation Coordinator, Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator, Recreation Services Coordinator, and Recreation Administrative Coordinator. During the summer, the department recruits students to assist in delivering summer programming: camps, soccer, swimming, and the mobile skate park.
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Day Camp Counsellors (Seasonal)
Front-line staff who program, organize and deliver Day Camp. Reporting to an Assistant Supervisor, Day Camp Counsellors program to create an action-packed day full of crafts, games and other activities.
Day Camp Assistant Supervisors (Seasonal)
Responsible for the programming and delivery of the summer camp program; on-site supervisor ensuring program quality and suitable and creative activities.
Day Camp Supervisor (Seasonal)
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of Camp; direct supervisor to all Camp staff; oversees quality control.
Waterfront Lifeguard/Instructor (Seasonal)
Responsible for the overall safety of campers at the waterfront on beach days.
Recreation Programmer
Responsible for supporting summer recreational programming, including Summer Day Camps, Soccer, and the CIT programs.
Special Events and Volunteer Programmer
Supports the coordination and delivery of Township events and community engagement initiatives.
Community Recreation Coordinator
Responsible for all recreational programming in the Township. Oversees the Summer Day Camp program and full-time manager of all Camp staff.
Recreation Administrative Coordinator
Responsible for administrative functions, including overseeing registration and payments, family communications and promotional materials.
Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator
Responsible for corporate volunteers, special events and securing funding through grants.
Recreation Services Coordinator
Responsible for the management of recreational sports activities, including youth and senior services.
Director of Recreation and Special Events
Responsible for the leadership, management and development of Recreation and Special Event services in the Township of Tiny.
Waterfront Lifeguard/Instructor (1)
Day Camp Counsellors (13)
Day Camp Assistant Supervisors (5)
Brianna S. Day Camp Supervisor
Emma Clench
Community Recreation Coordinator
w: 705-526-4204
e: eclench@tiny.ca
Natasha R. Recreation Programmer
Thomas Bialas
Recreation Services Coordinator w: 705-526-4204
e: tbialas@tiny.ca
Jake Clutchey
Recreation Administrative Coordinator
w: 705-526-4204
e: jclutchey@tiny.ca
Emily S. Special Events and Volunteer Programmer
Jacqueline Wilson
Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator
w: 705-526-4204
e: jwilson@tiny.ca
Josh Pallas
Director of Recreation and Special Events
w: 705-526-4204
e: jpallas@tiny.ca
Registration Information
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The Township of Tiny accepts registrations for Day Camp programs exclusively through the Play Portal. Please reach out to Recreation and Special Events (705-526-4204) prior to registration day if you have any questions or concerns, or require assistance.
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www.tiny.ca/playportal
Use the Play Portal to register and pay with a credit card or Visa or MasterCard debit card. Credit cards can be saved to your account for future payments and refunds. By registering with the Online Portal, you can choose to defer your payments to three weeks before the start date of the program.
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Using the Play Portal, you can defer the registration fee for a program until 3 weeks prior to the start date of the program. Please note that a 5% processing fee must be paid in full at the time of registration.
Declined Payments: Any deferred payments that are declined will result in an immediate non-refundable $45 NSF fee. Registrants will receive an automatic notice of this charge when their payment is declined, along with instructions on how to pay the balance on their account. Failure to pay the account balance within 48 hours will result in a cancelled registration.
Camper Requirements
Township of Tiny camp accommodates children aged 4-11 years old. Campers will have the ability to join different informal programming groups throughout the day based on shared interests and skills.
Kinder Campers must be at least 4 years of age by the first day of camp. All other campers must be between the ages of 5 and 11 by December 31, 2026. Campers must be fully toilet-trained to attend all camp programs.
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We have implemented a virtual waiting room and queuing system to ensure an equitable and fair registration process. The virtual waiting room is a static web page that displays the user’s place in the queue in real-time and provides an estimate for when the user will reach the front of the queue. When it is the user’s turn to access the site, they will then be able to enter the registration system and complete their transaction. You can browse programs in the Play Portal until 11:45am on registration day. After 11:45am, the Play Portal will automatically enter all users into the virtual waiting room. On registration day, please visit tiny.ca/playportal to enter the virtual waiting room.
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If your preferred camp is full, we recommend joining the waitlist. A completed registration form must be submitted to be added to a waitlist and payment will be taken only if a space becomes available.
If you receive an offer from the waitlist, you will receive an email containing instructions on how to accept or decline the offer. Offers that have not been fully processed will expire after 48 hours and be extended to the next participant on the waitlist.
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Refunds will be issued to the original payee. Cash, cheque and debit payments will be refunded by cheque and online payments will be refunded to the original card. Please allow up to 6 weeks to receive your refund.
At least 2 weeks prior to the start date: A full credit on your account or a refund less a 5% processing fee if requested with at least 2 weeks notice before the start of the program.
Less than 2 weeks prior to the start date: A 50% refund as a credit on your account only, less a 5% processing fee, unless the request is accompanied by a medical certificate.
Within 24 hours of the start date: No refund or credit, unless the request is accompanied by a medical certificate.
For more information about the Withdraw, Refund and Credit Policy, visit tiny.ca/recreation/refunds or contact Jake Clutchey, Recreation Administrative Coordinator, at jclutchey@tiny.ca
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If you withdraw due to receiving a waitlist offer for another recreation program, you can request a full transfer of your payment.
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All About Camp
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Camps in Tiny offer children a daily destination that gets them out of the house, learning, and having fun.
Each day proposes a variety of new activities and encourages healthy, active living in a natural setting.
Campers will forge lifelong memories through thrilling adventures, new friendships, and the support of dedicated staff.
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Camp Locations
Lafontaine Park: 342 Lafontaine Road West
Perkinsfield Park: 43 County Road 6 South
Wyevale Park: 10 Concession 5 East
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Camp Week 1: July 6th to July 10th
Camp Week 2: July 13th to 17th
Camp Week 3: July 20th to 24th
Camp Week 4: July 27tt to 31st
Camp Week 5: August 4th to 7th*
Camp Week 6: August 10th to 14th
Camp Week 7: August 17th to 21st
Camp Week 8: August 24th to 28th
* No camp on Monday due to holiday
Week 1 (July 6th to 10th)
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Voyagers Camps
Our voyagers camps include our familiar and popular Kinder (JK-SK), Discovery (grades 1-3), and Adventure (grades 4-6) age groups. The camps offer lively, themed programming for all ages in addition to one excursion and beach trip each week.
Specialty Camps
These excursion-based camps offer exciting trips and activities each and every day. The Mini-Traveler, Traveler, and Trekker camps will explore local destinations, the beauties of Simcoe Muskoka, and beyond.
Settlers Camp
Come play with us and enjoy a grassroots summer at our Settlers Camp! Each day proposes a variety of new activities and encourages active living, naturebased play, and fostering new friendships. Each week includes a special experience and a beach day at a local beach.
Kinder (Ages 4 to 5)
Discovery (Ages 6 to 8) $176 per week
Perkinsfield Park $176 per week
Adventure (Ages 9 to 11) $203 per week
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Lafontaine Park
$155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
Week & Dates
Week 2 (July 13th to 17th)
Camps & Ages Location Fees
Kinder (Ages 4 to 5)
Discovery (Ages 6 to 8)
Adventure (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Kinder (Ages 4 to 5)
Discovery (Ages 6 to 8)
Perkinsfield Park
Week 3 (July 20th to 24th)
Adventure (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Mini-Traveller (Ages 4 to 5)
Traveller (Ages 6 to 8)
Week 4 (July 27th to 31st)
Trekker (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Kinder (Ages 4 to 5)
Discovery (Ages 6 to 8)
Week 5 (August 4th to 7th)
No camp Monday (Civic Holiday)
Week 6 (August 10th to 14th)
Adventure (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Kinder (Ages 4 to 5)
Discovery (Ages 6 to 8)
Adventure (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Kinder (Ages 4 to 5)
Discovery (Ages 6 to 8)
Week 7 (August 17th to 21st)
Adventure (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
Mini-Traveller (Ages 4 to 5)
Traveller (Ages 6 to 8)
Week 8 (August 24th to 28th)
Trekker (Ages 9 to 11)
Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
$176 per week
$176 per week
$203 per week
Lafontaine Park $155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
$176 per week
Perkinsfield Park
$176 per week
$203 per week
Lafontaine Park $155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
$203 per week
Perkinsfield Park
$203 per week
$225 per week
Lafontaine Park $155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
$141 per week
Perkinsfield Park
$141 per week
$162 per week
Lafontaine Park $124 per week
Wyevale Park $124 per week
$176 per week
Perkinsfield Park
$176 per week
$203 per week
Lafontaine Park $155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
$176 per week
Perkinsfield Park
$176 per week
$203 per week
Lafontaine Park $155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
$203 per week
Perkinsfield Park
$203 per week
$225 per week
Lafontaine Park $155 per week
Wyevale Park $155 per week
Summer Day Camp Program
Lafontaine Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
(Ages 4 to 11)
Please note: Excursions and programming are subject to change without notice.
Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday:
Guardians of the Garden: Learn How Pollinators Thrive
Simcoe County Environmental Showcase
The Magic of Camp - Live Show
Face Paint Party
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
Peace, Love and Tie Dye
OSPCA Animal Presentation
Scales Nature Park
Wheelie Fun Day: Bring Your Bike to Camp Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
Simcoe County Museum Programming OPP Presentation
Riders on the Ramp: Mobile Skate Park
Young Chefs Workshop Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
July 27 to 31
Ramp Ready: Mobile Skate Park for All Levels
Lafontaine Fire Hall Visit
Getting Creative with Quest Art
Bubble Palooza
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
August 3 to 7
No Camp (Holiday)
Georgian Bay Metis Cultural Programming
Strum the Day Away: A Fun Intro to Ukulele
Experience the Mobile Skate Park: Learn Tricks and Build Confidence
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
August 10 to 14
Lights, Camera, Camp! Indoor Drive In Experience
Disc Golf Basics: Learn to Throw, Aim & Play
Shine Up Your Armour with Knights in the Classroom
Garden Sketching & Nature Art Session
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
August 17 to 21
Outdoor Art Studio: Create with Nature’s Supplies
Electrifying Hydro One Camp Visit and Sledge Hockey
Zoo to You
Wacky & Wild Water Day
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
August 24 to 28
Lafontaine Scavenger Quest: Search the Village for Hidden Clues
All About Agriculture
Wye Marsh Birds of Prey Yoga in the Park
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
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Summer Day Camp Program
Wyevale Settlers (Ages 4 to 11)
(Ages 4 to 11)
Please note: Excursions and programming are subject to change without notice.
Riders on the Ramp: Mobile Skate Park
Simcoe County Environmental Showcase
The Magic of Camp - Live Show
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Face Paint Party
Experience the Mobile Skate Park: Learn Tricks and Build Confidence
OSPCA Animal Presentation
Scales Nature Park
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Hike, Bike and Explore the Tiny Trail
Simcoe County Museum Programming OPP Presentation
Guardians of the Garden: Learn How Pollinators Thrive
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Young Chefs Workshop
Playground Palooza Tour
Wyevale Fire Hall Visit
Getting Creative with Quest Art
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Tiny Trail Discovery - Wheels and Walks
No Camp (Holiday)
Georgian Bay Metis Cultural Programming
Strum the Day Away: A Fun Intro to Ukulele
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Wheelie Fun Day: Bring Your Bike to Camp
Having a Ball at the Wyevale Soccer Pitches
Disc Golf Basics: Learn to Throw, Aim & Play
Shine Up Your Armour with Knights in the Classroom
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Garden Sketching and Nature Art Session
3 to 7 August 10 to 14 August 17 to 21
Wacky and Wild Water Day
Electrifying Hydro One Camp Visit
Zoo to You and Sledge Hockey
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Outdoor Art Studio: Create with Nature’s Supplies
August 24 to 28
Scavenger Quest: Explore Wyevale for Hidden Clues
All About Agriculture
Wye Marsh Birds of Prey
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Forest Explorers: Discover the World Under the Trees
Summer Day Camp Program
Kinder and Mini-Traveller (Ages 4 to 5)
Please note: Excursions and programming are subject to change without notice.
Kinder (Voyagers) and Mini-Traveller (Specialty) (Ages
4 to 5)
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Guardians of the Garden: Learn How Pollinators Thrive
Face Paint Party
Elmvale Zoo and Splash Pad
Simcoe County Environmental Showcase
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Bubble Palooza
Scales Nature Park and Lafontaine Park
Getting Creative with Quest Art and Little Lake Park
OSPCA Animal Presentation
Beach Day at Jackson's Beach Park
Wye Marsh and Little Lake Park
Yoga in the Park
Peace, Love and Tie Dye OPP Presentation
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Garden Sketching and Nature Art Session
Smart Moves and Painswick Park
Disc Golf Basics: Learn to Throw, Aim & Play
Berry Picking and Tiny Town
No Camp (Holiday)
Young Chefs Workshop
Beach Day at Balm Beach
Discovery Harbour and Midland Public Library
Georgian Bay Metis Cultural Programming
10 to 14
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Wacky and Wild Water Day
Experience the Mobile Skate Park: Learn Tricks and Build Confidence
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons and Little Lake Park
All About Agriculture and Sledge Hockey
17 to 21
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Rounds Ranch and Splash Pad
Zoo to You and Lafontaine Park
Ramp Ready: Mobile Skate Park for All Levels
Scavenger Quest: Explore Perkinsfield for Hidden Clues
24 to 28
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Riders on the Ramp: Mobile Skate Park
Wye Marsh Birds of Prey and Toanche Park
Hewitts Farm and Walter Henry Park
Barrie Fair
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Summer Day Camp Program
Discovery and Traveller (Ages 6 to 8)
Discovery
(Voyagers) and Traveller (Specialty) (Ages 6 to 8)
Please note: Excursions and programming are subject to change without notice. Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday:
Face Paint Party
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Guardians of the Garden: Learn How Pollinators Thrive
Rounds Ranch and Tiny Marsh
Simcoe County Environmental Showcase
Bubble Palooza
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Scales Nature Park and Wyevale Park
Wasaga Ice Skating and Splash Pad
OSPCA Animal Presentation
Yoga in the Park
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Peace, Love and Tie Dye
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons and Little Lake Park OPP Presentation
Garden Sketching and Nature Art Session
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
X-Play and Painswick Park
Disc Golf Basics: Learn to Throw, Aim and Play
Bowling and Splash Pad
No Camp (Holiday)
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Young Chefs Workshop
Skull Island and Bishop Park
Georgian Bay Metis Cultural Programming
10 to 14
Experience the Mobile Skate Park: Learn Tricks and Build Confidence
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Scavenger Quest: Explore Perkinsfield for Hidden Clues
Elmvale Zoo and Splash Pad
All About Agriculture and Sledge Hockey
17 to 21
Ramp Ready: Mobile Skate Park for All Levels
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Zoo to You and Wyevale Park
Wye Marsh and Midland Public Library
Wacky and Wild Water Day
24 to 28
Riders on the Ramp: Mobile Skate Park
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Wye Marsh Birds of Prey and Toanche Park
Mariposa Gymnastics and Walter Henry Park
Barrie Fair
Summer Day Camp Program
Adventure and Trekker (Ages 9
to 11)
Adventure (Voyagers) and Trekker
Please note: Excursions and programming are subject to change without notice.
Young Chefs Workshop
Guardians of the Garden: Learn How Pollinators Thrive
Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park and Magic Show
Elmvale Zoo and Homer Barrett Park
Simcoe County Environmental Showcase
Camp Olympics
Scavenger Quest: Explore Perkinsfield for Hidden Clues
Scales Nature Park and Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach Park
Brooklea Golf and Little Lake Park
OSPCA Animal Presentation Peace, Love and Tie Dye
Wye Marsh and Fishing
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park Rock Wall Climbing and Tudhope Park
Presentation Garden Sketching and Nature Art Session
Vertical Zone and Centennial Beach Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Disc Golf Basics: Learn to Throw, Aim & Play
The Plunge and Sunset Point Park
No Camp (Holiday)
Young Chefs Workshop
Beach Day at Balm Beach and Balm Beach Arcade
Midland Lawn Bowling and Little Lake Park
Georgian Bay Metis Cultural Programming
Scavenger Quest and Sledge Hockey
Wasaga Ice Skating and Bishop Park
Beach Day at Jackson Beach Park
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons and Midland Public Library
Mobile Skate Park and All About Agriculture
(Specialty) (Ages 9 to 11)
Park
Experience the Mobile Skate Park: Learn Tricks and Build Confidence
Rounds Ranch and Tiny Marsh
Zoo to You and Beach Day at Lafontaine Beach
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Before Care *Available for an additional fee (8:00am to 8:45am)
Camper Drop-off (8:45am to 9:00am)
Opening Circle (9:10am to 9:30am)
High Energy Activities (9:30am to 10:15am)
Morning Break (10:15am to 10:30am)
Choose Your Own Adventure (10:30am to 12:30pm)
Lunch Break (12:30pm to 1:00pm)
Craft / Exploratory Activities (1:00pm to 3:00pm)
Afternoon Break (3:00pm to 3:15pm)
High Energy Activities (3:15pm to 4:00pm)
Closing Circle (4:00pm to 4:30pm)
Camper Pick-up (4:30pm to 4:45pm)
Supervised free-time.
Attendance, camp rules, daily schedule, name and icebreaker games.
Get active with games that’ll get you moving.
Wash hands, eat snack, apply sunscreen, refill water bottles.
Camp group chooses an activity.
Wash hands, eat lunch, apply sunscreen, refill water bottles.
Get creative with the craft bin and other STEM activities.
Wash hands, eat snack, apply sunscreen, refill water bottles.
Get active with games that’ll get you moving.
Rose and thorn of the day, puzzle update, daily reminders.
Supervised free-time on the rink surface.
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Each week, we select trips and activities that combine adventure and fun with educational opportunities.
When off-site, campers are provided with high-visibility pinnies to increase recognition. Our staff continue to conduct their regular headcounts to ensure that all campers are accounted for at all times. When on buses, they strategically space out to supervise and interact with all children, and continue programming on the bus with engaging activities, songs, and games.
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Camp-wide rules and expectations have been developed in order to foster a safe and positive camp environment. All campers, volunteers, and staff are to be courteous and respectful; use appropriate language at all times; support and appreciate each other; solve problems in a fair and honest manner; include others in activities; and play without bullying or teasing others.
Parents/guardians are asked to review the following rules and guidelines with their camper(s):
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If a camper struggles with the rules, staff will have a one-on-one discussion to explain why the rules are in place. If the behaviour continues, the parent/guardian will be notified at sign-out and asked to review the rules with their camper at home. If the behaviour persists, a meeting with senior staff, the parent/ guardian, and the camper will be arranged to discuss how staff can best support the camper moving forward.
If a camper becomes aggressive or physically violent, the Day Camp Supervisor will remove the camper from the program immediately. A parent/guardian or emergency contact will be called to pick-up the camper and a meeting will be arranged with senior staff to further discuss the situation/options.
For more information regarding the Behaviour Management Procedure, please contact Emma at eclench@tiny.ca.
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strawberry Allergy-aware lunch and at least four snacks
Each camp day consists of a morning snack break, lunch, and an afternoon snack break. Peanuts, peanut butter, tree nuts and all food containing nut by-products are not permitted at camp. Families will be notified if any other food allergy is present at camp so that they can avoid sending their campers with that ingredient. Please consider the environment when packing camp lunches; reusable containers are preferred.
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Many campers find themselves drinking more water at camp than they do at school. This is due to the increased amount of physical activity throughout the day.
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On the Thursday before each week of camp, families will receive a Welcome to Camp email which will contain important program specific information, as well as the Camp Newsletter, which outlines the activities for the week. You are encouraged to review the schedule carefully in order to be aware of important reminders, theme days, and other special features.
Please ensure that we have the most up-to-date phone number and/or email address when registering so that we can reach you.
During sign-out, Assistant Supervisors will share information with parents and/or guardians regarding their child’s camp experience, development, attitude, and overall participation in the day camp program.
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Closed-toed outdoor footwear appropriate for the weather and activities must be worn (i.e. running shoes for regular use, outdoor boots for rainy weather). Sandals may be packed for use during water activities.
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Wear “play” clothes. A hat, sunscreen, and extra clothing (i.e. extra pair of socks) will be required for use throughout the day. Occasionally, campers will participate in water activities and should pack a bathing suit, towel, and sandals.
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In rain, appropriate outdoor gear will be required as camp programming continues outdoors.
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A good day starts with a healthy breakfast and we know how busy mornings can be.
Cereal, yogurt, granola bars, and seasonal fruit is offered to campers until 8:45am each morning. We are able to offer this completely free to our campers through generous sponsorships.
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Provide a safe, stimulating, child-centered summer camp experience by playing, laughing, and enjoying nature. We do this by:
• conducting routine head-counts and ensuring age appropriate staff to camper ratios (Ages 4-5, 1:5; Ages 6-8, 1:8; Ages 9-11, 1:10; Mixed Ages, 1:10);
• focusing on nature-based play and delivering all camps in municipally owned parks and green spaces; and
• reducing travel and offering on-site programs that encourage healthy, active living.
Deliver a variety of recreational, social, and ‘green’ activities, ensuring there is something of interest for everyone. We do this by:
• providing campers with elements of choice throughout the day;
• offering a variety of sport activities, group games, and free and nature-based play, and crafts;
• integrating green initiatives in weekly projects and highlighting the importance of protecting our planet.
Challenge staff in achieving the highest standard in positive, meaningful interactions with every single camper. We do this by:
• continuously reviewing, formally evaluating, and revising camp programming and structure throughout the summer. By utilizing appropriate assessment tools across various aspects of day camp operations, the township strives to consistently enhance the experience for campers, families and staff; and
• providing staff with a minimum of five comprehensive training days, which include rehearsing emergency scenarios and protocols, leadership training, team building, and learning new songs and games.
Empower children and youth, and support their physical and mental health by providing them with opportunities to face challenges and be successful. We do this by:
• planning activities which allow for scaffolding; where campers learn a skill or start a project their first day at camp and build upon that progress throughout the week;
• encouraging peer-to-peer support and engagement, and allowing campers with special interests to take the lead in certain games and activities; and
• asking that all electronic/hand-held devices be kept at home to ensure campers are engaged in activities and focused on having fun in the moment with peers and staff.
Encourage and nurture personal growth by showing recognition, acceptance, and kindness. We do this by:
• teaching our staff to motivate children and youth and encourage them to move beyond supervising to mentoring and coaching;
• implementing a Camper Recognition Program that focuses on both individual and group successes; and
• training all staff on inclusion-based approaches, focusing on how to create a supportive and inclusive environment.
As a new resident to Tiny, I am very pleased with the delivery of the summer camp program. The administration team is excellent as are the camp counselors. They were always warm, enthusiastic and conscientious. Highly recommend!
bicycle Mobile Skate Park
Tiny’s Mobile Skate Park has a combination of roll-ins, fun-boxes with rails, pyramids with rails, grind-boxes, quarter-pipes, wall rides and a half pipe. Staff are trained to ensure appropriate fit of safety equipment and can teach basic skills and tricks.
This year, the Mobile Skate Park will support the Day Camp program by being available for camp groups throughout the day during scheduled weeks. Campers are encouraged to bring their skateboards, bikes, scooters or in-line skates to camp when the Skate Park is on location.
While some safety equipment is available on site, it is strongly recommended that campers bring their own helmet, kneepads, and wrist guards. Campers will not be permitted to use the Skate Park without a signed waiver, or if they refuse to wear the required safety equipment.
Location Dates
June 29th to July 3rd *Closed July 1st
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Wyevale Park
Lafontaine Park
Perkinsfield Park
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July 6th to 10th
July 13th to 17th
July 20th to 24th
July 27th to 31st
August 4th to 7th
August 10th to 14th
August 17th to 21st
August 24th to 28th
Camper Recognition
At the start of each week, the camp group will come together during morning circle to develop a Camp Culture. Campers and staff will brainstorm different rules and expectations to achieve throughout the week, establishing the “culture” at camp for the week.
The purpose of developing a Camp Culture is to help campers feel a sense of belonging and community while at camp. The group will collectively come up with rules, expectations and goals that surround five guiding principles: friendship, participation, environmentally friendly, creativity, and respect.
As campers successfully demonstrate Camp Culture throughout the week, the group will be awarded a corresponding puzzle piece. A special camp celebration will be held at the end of the camp week if the group earns all puzzle pieces.
umbrella-beach Beach Days
Beach days are the best, which is why each camp group will visit the beach once every week. This means campers will have their chance at enjoying the beauty of Tiny beaches every week they spend with us.
Alongside regular programming, campers will have the opportunity for free-time in the water and on shore. Accompanied by our on-staff lifeguard, a designated section of the beach, marked with cones and buoys, ensures a dedicated and safe environment. In addition, all staff are briefed on waterfront best practices.
On beach days, we encourage parents to send campers in their bathing suits. Personal flotation devices (PFDs) are welcomed and, if provided, must be worn during water activities.
people-pants Counselor in Training Volunteers
The Counselor in Training (CIT) and Counselor in Training Plus (CIT Plus) programs run in conjunction with the Summer Day Camp program. They provide youth with opportunities to contribute to the community while developing leadership skills in a fun, safe and social environment.
CITs enhance the camp experience by being role models and friends to campers. They help shy campers break out of their shells, challenge active campers to master skills and talents and encourage everyone to develop meaningful friendships. They greet campers, run games, assist campers with their belongings, help facilitate friendships and much more!
On the first week of the summer, CITs attend a training week with various professional development opportunities that provide them with the tools and knowledge needed to volunteer at Tiny’s Summer Day Camps.
Youth in the standard Counselor in Training program learn the basics of camp and program planning, HIGH FIVE Principles, resume building, and employability. Youth in the graduated Counselor in Training Plus program receive their HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development and Standard First-Aid CPR-C certification, which prepare youth with essential skills needed to join the Township of Tiny staff team.
For more information about this program, visit tiny.ca/youth.
hands-clapping HIGH FIVE Principles
As a HIGH FIVE Registered Organization, the Township of Tiny is committed to ensuring every child and youth in its programs has a positive sport and recreation experience.
The Township creates a culture of quality by training all staff in HIGH FIVE principles of healthy child development, which encourages a holistic approach to quality assurance by involving everyone in recreation.
HIGH FIVE is Canada’s only comprehensive quality standard for children’s programs, offering a holistic approach to healthy child development based in years of research.
Quality matters because research shows people are more likely to stay active for life if they have positive experiences in sport, recreation and physical activity as a child.
HIGH FIVE holds true to the following five Principles of healthy child development that the research indicates are essential for providing a positive experience for kids:
heart A Caring Adult
people-pants The opportunity to make Friends
person-running The opportunity to Play
circle-star The opportunity to Master skills
face-smile-plus The opportunity to Participate
Safety & Security
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The safety and well-being of all campers, volunteers and staff are of utmost importance. Campers who are potentially infectious must stay home.
All Township of Tiny Summer Day Camp staff are trained in Standard First Aid and CPR-C. Staff will treat minor injuries (i.e. bumps, bruises, scrapes) and complete a Participant Incident Report Form detailing the incident. The form will be presented for review, comment, and signature at sign-out.
The Day Camp Assistant Supervisor will contact the parents/ guardians or emergency contact for any camper who becomes ill or seriously injured while at camp. Please ensure all contact information provided at registration is accurate and up-to-date. Parents/guardians are expected to be able to pick up their camper during the day in the event that illness, injury, or incidents occur.
clothes-hanger Lost and Found
The Township is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen personal items. Please ensure you label your camper’s belongings.
Items left behind are stored at camp in a lost and found bin until the end of September. The lost and found bin will be on display at sign-in and sign-out each day.
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Sunscreen should be applied to campers at home prior to arriving. It should be brought to camp and will be applied regularly. Families are encouraged to show their camper(s) how to properly apply sunscreen. Staff are SUN AWARE Safety Certified, and will remind campers throughout the day to reapply their own sunscreen. If indicated, staff may assist younger campers with sunscreen application.
Between 11am and 4pm, the ultraviolet rays are the most intense. Heat stress occurs when a combination of hot, humid conditions and physical activity strains overcome the body’s natural cooling system. Heat stroke is a form of extreme heat stress that can cause serious symptoms and requires medical attention. During sunny and hot days, camps will avoid activities in the direct sun and increase water breaks.
wind-warning Inclement Weather
In heavy rain, during thunderstorms, or in times of severe weather advisories, all programming will move to an indoor facility.
Parents/guardians are invited to speak with the Day Camp Supervisor about creating a plan for early pick-up on stormy days should it be in the best interest of the camper/family.
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If a camper requires medication while at camp, a Medical Information Sheet must be completed at signin. Medications need to be provided in their original packaging.
Medications will be kept in a secure location by an Assistant Supervisor with the exception of epinephrine auto-injectors and puffers (which may be carried by campers with permission from parents/guardians). The Assistant Supervisor will administer medication as directed on the Medical Information Sheet, record their actions on a Medical Administration Log and present the form for review at sign-out.
Any information shared regarding your camper’s medical condition(s) is/are confidential and communicated only to pertinent staff. If you wish to set up an appointment to speak with staff about your camper’s needs in more detail, please contact, Emma Clench, Community Recreation Coordinator, at 705-526-4204 or eclench@tiny.ca.
whistle Camp Staff
The Township of Tiny Camp staff are post-secondary or senior high school students who share one thing in common: they are committed to providing each ‘Tiny’ camper with a positive and lasting camp experience.
The Township of Tiny has high expectations of every staff member and those are reflected in the Township’s hiring policies. Potential staff members, including those previously employed at the Township of Tiny, submit an application each year to join the staff team. Applicants who have qualifications in a variety of program areas (i.e. sports, crafts, music, drama) are hired to ensure the week is filled with a variety of high quality programming. All staff members must also successfully complete a vulnerable sector police check.
Staff receive extensive training prior to the start of camp and hold many industry standard certifications. All staff receive extensive day camp specific training, inclusion training, and are Standard First Aid and CPR-C certified.
Each year, over 50% of staff members return to Tiny. This means that our staff are familiar with and support the Township’s camp philosophy, understand expectations, and are committed to providing the best experience for each ‘Tiny’ camper.
