Find frozen fun at Winter Day Camp
Our Winter Day Camp programs encourage learning, exploration, fun, and adventure provided through play-based child care in a warm, engaging environment.
Focused on the joy of the season, children will have opportunities to spend time outdoors, weather permitting, and encouraged to engage meaningfully with the world around.
There’s never a dull moment at Winter Camp!
Winter Day Camp is available in select locations throughout Hamilton, Halton, and Haldimand-Norfolk, offering two camp programs:
- Kinder Camp
- Adventure/Extreme Camp
Locations
Fees
Winter Day Camp Weekly Cost
| Hamilton | Week 1 : December 22 and 23 Franklin Road, R.A. Riddell, St. Augustine Kinder (0-6): $42.86* Adventure/Extreme: $88.10 Collegiate Kinder (0-6): $44.00* Adventure/Extreme: $88.10 Week 2 : December 29,30 and January 2 Franklin Road, R.A. Riddell, St. Augustine Kinder (0-6): $64.29* Adventure/Extreme: $132.15 Collegiate Kinder (0-6): $66.00* Adventure/Extreme: $132.15 |
| Halton | Week 1 : December 22 and 23 Kinder (0-6): $44.00* Adventure/Extreme: $91.90 Week 2 : December 29 and 30 Kinder (0-6): $44.00* Adventure/Extreme: $91.90 |
| Haldimand-Norfolk | Week 1 : December 22 and 23 Kinder (0-6): $34.08* Adventure/Extreme: $72.10 Week 2 : December 29, 30 and January 2 Kinder (0-6): $51.12* Adventure/Extreme: $108.15 |
*Rate Reduction from CWELCC has been applied to Kinder camp programming for eligible families
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cancellation Policy?
Due to increased demand for camp programming, our cancellation policy has been updated. Parents/guardians must give a minimum of 30 days written notice of intent to withdraw from any/all camp weeks from the first day of camp. For more information on terms, location details and fees, please see our parent handbooks.
What is a Family Meeting?
To ensure the success of all children in our programs, Today’s Family hosts Family Meetings as part of the camp registration process. This allows us to get to know each other allowing children and families to explore their camp environment. Family Meetings are in person and may be group sessions. You can request an individual appointment, should you want to discuss your child’s needs or require accommodation. Please reach out to childcare@todaysfamily.ca for more information.
Financial Assistance Available?
Qualifying families may be eligible for subsidy through the Social Development and Early Childhood Services Child Care Fee Subsidy Office. For further information, call:
• 905 546-4870 City of Hamilton
• 905 825-6000 Halton Region
• 519 426-6170 Haldimand Norfolk
• 905 791-1585 Peel Region
• 519 539-9800 Oxford
Are Healthy Snacks Provided?
Today’s Family provides healthy snacks made with whole ingredients in accordance with the Canada Food Guide. Menus are posted within program rooms and copies are also available to parents and families. Please be sure to alert us of any allergies or food restrictions. If possible, we will try to provide an alternative. Please bring a nut-free lunch and refillable water bottle every day.
Can Families Volunteer?
If you are interested in volunteering on a field trip, please contact your Program Supervisor.
Only Today’s Family staff will have the direct responsibility for the supervision of children in the camp programs. Please note: Volunteers and students are not considered part of the staff / caregiver to child ratio.
What are the Program Hours?
Today’s Family Camp Programs operate from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. We are closed on statutory holidays.
What Occurs During Extreme Weather Events?
To ensure the health and safety of all, camp staff will modify activities to accommodate for weather.
Weather permitting, children will have time outdoors every day. Today’s Family adheres with extreme heat/weather procedures outlined by local municipalities, any impact to scheduled programs or operations will be communicated with families.
What Happens During a Serious Occurrence?
Safety of children is our top priority. A serious occurrence is an incident that poses a significant risk to a child’s health, safety, or well-being. To learn more about site-specific procedures to ensure child safety, please contact your Program Supervisor.
Serious occurrences that happen in your child’s Camp Program will be posted at the program location for your information.
What Should My Camper Bring to Camp Each Day?
- A nut-free lunch labelled with your child’s name
- Weather appropriate outdoor clothing
- Refillable water bottle labelled with your child’s name
- Swimsuit and towel
- Change of clothes
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat
To keep camp focused on play, we ask that valuables, including electronics, stay home to prevent loss or damage and encourage engagement.
If a personal item is needed, please inform us in advance and we will make accommodations. Families are encouraged to stay connected through the educators, the supervisor’s office, or the Family Fridge App for communication.