Skills Ontario Summer Camp is a week-long day program for kids entering grades 7-9. The program runs in various locations across the province during the months of July and August, from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Through hands-on activities relevant to the skilled trades, campers develop communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Campers take part in hands-on counselor and industry-led workshops that introduce them to a variety of topics in the industrial, construction, motive power, services and technology sectors; they explore careers in skilled trades through interactive games, industry tours and entrepreneurship programs.

The camps are facilitated in partnership with colleges, industries and community volunteers who are committed to giving the campers an outstanding hands-on experience. Note that schedules vary per location based on available volunteers and programming.

Camps are for students entering grade 7, 8, or 9 unless otherwise noted.

At Skills Ontario we are committed to providing a barrier-free environment which allows everyone to participate in our programs and competitions. During our consent form, we will ask about any accommodation required.

Registrations for summer camps end the Friday before each week of camp begins at 12:00 pm. The early bird rate, valid March 21st to April 10th, is $210. The regular rate, April 11th onward, is $240.

* Cancellations received up to 22 days prior to the start of camp will be subject to a $40 administration fee, while cancellations requested within 21 days or less are non-refundable.

* Skills Ontario Summer Camps will be following all Covid-19 policies as per the Ministry of Health guideline, as well as any specific guidelines put forth by the location host. Registrants will be informed of any updates to Covid policies in advance of the event. Thank you for your patience!