CORE SUMMER CAMP
A Creative, Connected, and Confidence-Building Summer Camp. This season, we’re opening the doors to something special. 2026 Summer Camp is a welcoming, small-group experience designed to help children create, connect, and grow - within their community.Our days are simple, structured, and meaningful: we make art, we explore stories, we move, we talk, and we learn how to understand our feelings and each other. Every activity has intention behind i
OVERVIEW
- Schedule: Week 1 (July 6 - July 10); Week 2 (July 13 - July 17) Mon-Fri
- Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Columbia Academy, 792 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M1
- Ages: 6–8 & 9-12
- Group Size: 6–8 children
- Fee: $425 per week + taxes
- Focus: Art • Creativity • Emotional Literacy • Teamwork
- Led by: University instructor + child-development specialist with 15+ years of experience
What your child can expect each day:
- Creative projects using a variety of art materials
- Story circles and gentle discussions
- Team-building activities
- Emotional literacy tools (comfort scale, expressing needs, boundaries)
- Movement breaks and grounding exercises
- A calm, cozy space to feel safe, connected, and confident
WHAT CHILDREN TAKE AWAY
By the end of camp, children will feel:
- More confident
- More expressive
- More connected to others
- Comfortable talking about their feelings
- Proud of their creations
- Calmer and more grounded
They will bring home art pieces, new skills, and meaningful friendships.
REGISTRATION
Your registration includes:
- All materials
- Full-day programming
- A safe and intentional learning environment
Once the registration form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt. Enrollment is processed on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to students from Columbia Academy. Apply before June 1, 2026 to get $50 discount. Parents registering 2 kids get 15% discount.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via the email provided in the application form with payment instructions. Upon completion of payment, you will receive a final confirmation along with the Parent Information Package.
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