Camps

Egg-celent Animals
Monday, April 10

What came first, the chicken or the egg? Campers will learn all about why some animals lay eggs, and others don’t through experimentation and crafts.

Eco-Adventurers!
Friday, April 21

Happy Earth Day! Join us for a PD Day camp where we’ll be learning all about how to keep our planet happy! Take home some recycled material art too.

How to Be a Hero
Friday, June 2

Have you ever wondered if you could have superpowers in real life? We’re taking a deep dive into the science behind superpowers, and learning all about our everyday superheroes. You’ll discover your very own alter-ego hero too!

Become a Dino Wrangler
Thursday, June 29 

Learn all about what it takes to become a dino wrangler! We’ll take care of our baby dinos Turnip and Pear all day. This camp will test campers and let them know if dinosaurs could have been kept as pets.

Fascinating Fossils
Friday, June 30 

Fossils are the most fascinating rocks as they tell us so much about the past! In this camp, campers will learn all about the different types of rocks, their importance, and create their own amber fossil!

Around the World in 5 Day
March 13 – 17, 2023

This March Break, explore the world from the comfort of THEMUSEUM! In this week long camp, learn all about different countries and cultures from our special guests.

Sustainable You
July 3 – 7, 2023 & August 7 – 11, 2023

There is no planet B! In this camp, tomorrow’s future leaders will begin taking action as they learn about climate change. Campers will uncover eco-friendly actions we can take to make the world a little greener every day.

Mission: Outer Space!
July 10 – 14, 2023 & August 14 – 18, 2023

Experience the solar system as you train to be an astronaut! Campers will take trips through space, make their own “Space Badge”, and learn all about what it takes to become an astronaut!

Super Hero Kids!
July 17 – 21, 2023 & August 28 – September 1, 2023

What does it take for the human body to get superpowers? Campers will conduct science experiments and use their imagination to explore exactly how they can unlock their own super-powers!

Science of Light and Color
July 24 – 28, 2023 & August 21 – 25, 2023

Did you know that colours are much more than just what we see? Learn all about the science of colour while having fun creating beautiful, vibrant art!

Spell-Binding Science
July 31 – August 4, 2023

 Unlock your magic this summer in this week-long camp! Learn the science behind magic tricks and classic awe-inspiring experiments that are sure to make your jaw drop.

Tote-ally Upcycled!
Friday, April 21

Reduce, Reuse, Upcycle! Learn all about how we can recycle old products into something new. We’ll use grocery store bags and our new found sewing skills to create a customizable tote!

Mini Drones
Friday, June 2

Drones are one of the most popular pieces of modern-day technology, but did you know you can make your own with basic circuitry skills? Learn how to make an elevating spaceship “drone” out of familiar objects!

Chomping T-Rex
Thursday, June 29 

Create your very own Maverick lookalike in this day-long Maker camp! You’ll learn all about hydraulics to make a cardboard T-Rex with a serious bite!

I Want Candy
Friday, June 30 

Everyone gets excited when they see a gumball machine! Amaze your friends and family with a customizable candy dispenser you can display at home! Campers will learn basic woodworking skills and about simple machines to make this project.

Smart Brellas
March 13 – 17, 2023

An umbrella that doubles as a weather station? What could be better than that?! This March Break we are focusing on our planet and The Underground Studio MakerSpace has added its own technological twist. Campers will use circuitry and computer programming to take an ordinary umbrella and add an LCD that reads the temperature!

Operation!
July 17 – 21, 2023 & August 14 – 18, 2023

Create your own “Operation” game! Campers will develop new skills in circuitry and woodworking during this week-long camp, and come home with their very own game!

Human Augmentation
July 24 – 28, 2023 & August 21 – 25, 2023

Science and technology can help the body do amazing things! Learn all about some of the incredible devices we use today to help humans unlock their full potential! Campers will create their own VR headset, hydraulic arm and sound amplifier.

STEAM Powered Kids!
July 31 – August 4, 2023

STEAM Powered Kids 2030 & Beyond! Every day this week campers will spend time learning from experts in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.

Light Up Marble Run!
August 7 – 11, 2023 & August 28 – September 1, 2023

Put your woodworking skills to the test and construct a marble run. You’ll create components that light up as the marble travels through the run, just like food travelling through the digestive system!

If you are redeeming a camp credit, please register your child as normally. When you get to the final page for payment, please send an e-mail to Camps@THEMUSEUM.ca with your name and child’s name and we will apply the credit. 

Registration Process

Note that ALL Day Camps and The Underground Studio MakerSpace Camps registrations will be processed online through our CampBrain portal.

To register your child(ren) for any of our camps please click the CampBrain Registration link and follow the instructions below. 

1. Log in to your existing CampBrain account or sign-up as a new user.
2. Create profiles for each child that you’d like to register for camp and indicate your membership status.
3. Select the camps you’d like to enrol in and add them to your cart.
4. Complete the necessary forms and submit credit card payment. 
5. Review your confirmation email for further details and a copy of your tax receipt. 

First-time registration will take approximately 20 minutes. Forms need only to be completed once per season. Forms will auto-populate from previous seasons but can be updated when enrolling for a new season.

Register for Camp

Tax receipts for all camp registrations from Summer 2019 onward are emailed to you at the time of booking and are also available through your CampBrain Profile. The document listed as “Household Account Statement” will act as your tax receipt.

Requests for Tax Receipts can take 5-10 business days to process. Calling our Visitor Services desk will not expedite the process.

If you require a Tax Receipt for camp registrations before Summer Camp 2019, please email us at Camps@THEMUSEUM.ca and include the following information:

• Your child’s full name
• Your child’s date of birth
• The year(s) that your children were registered for our camps
• The camp season(s) (i.e. PD Day, March Break or Summer)
• The session(s) or dates of your registration

Feedback and Evaluation

We are grateful to have your children take part in our programming. To continue to offer the best service and programming possible, we ask that you give us your feedback using the link below. This brief survey with your child about both your experience and their experiences with THEMUSEUM’s Day Camps.

Refund/Cancellation Policy

Registration: Registration is accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. Payment must be received at the time of registration. 

The Underground Studio MakerSpace registrations close seven days before the start of camp. 

Cancellations must be received at least seven days prior to the camp date in order to receive either a gift card to THEMUSEUM for the full amount or receive a 50% refund of the total cost. Cancellations after the seven-day cut-off are not eligible for any refunds. Free transfers are available to another date/week depending on availability. Any requests for camp cancellations or transfers must be emailed to Camps@THEMUSEUM.ca with the subject line: “Camp Cancellation – Camper’s Name”