While there may still be lots of snow still on the ground, it is never to early to start thinking and dreaming about summer! The City of Ottawa summer camp and programs are now available for viewing too! Here are a few key pieces of information about registering for the programs.
Summer registration opens Monday, April 3 (aquatic activities) and Tuesday, April 4 (non-aquatic activities) at 9 pm. Look at the online listing of all the summer camps and programs and write down the ones you want to register for ahead of time. You can write down the name and time of the program, but I also like to write down the program number too in case I need to do a quick search for it. The spaces fill up quickly, especially the aquatic activities, so plan to be on your device about 10 minutes before 9 pm to make sure you are already logged in and ready to register. When you visit the website to search for programs, under 'When' you can select 'Summer Aquatics 2023' and 'Summer Non-Aquatics 2023' to narrow down the programs that appear. Have a back-up for your first choice of activity too.
Be prepared by creating an account on the City’s new registration system before registration night. To create an account, visit register.ottawa.ca(link is external), submit your email address and create a password. Complete the form with your information and add other family members to your account. Put in your credit card information (Visa, Mastercard or American Express) in advance to save valuable time.
Some exciting news to share is that.....
Residents receive a 10% discount on summer camps.
There is a wide variety of programs offered too - there is something for everyone!
3D Game Programmer: Create your own 3D worlds, choosing characters and enemies to program your game. Three different PC games that can be taken home and shared. Software to create your own games at home. Half-day of computer and half-day camp activities.
3D Printing and Designing: 3D design and printing teaches important STEAM concepts and design thinking. Using easy, intuitive and engaging software, children will transition from drawing in 2D to designing in 3D. No CAD or computer experience necessary. Participants get to take home the objects they design and print. Camp offered in collaboration with Wize Academy.
Animal Planet: Learn about animals and bugs with special guests, excursions along with games and activities.
Arts Camp: Explore dance, drama, visual arts, or music. Daily art instruction. Camp activities each day.
Art and Swim: Explore dance, drama, visual arts, or music. Daily art instruction. Camp activities including swimming throughout the week.
Adventure de chef cuisiner: Prépare-toi à passer une semaine d’ateliers qui te permettront de t’initier à la cuisine en apprenant les techniques de base. Le camp comprendra des activités de camp quotidiennes et une excursion pendant la semaine.
Basketball Adventure and Swim: Practice the fundamentals including ball handling, shooting, lay ups, offence and defence. Swimming each day with an out-trip during the week.
Camp adventure de Science: La science n'est pas seulement pour les adultes! Avec l'aide d'expérience, bricolage et de jeux, découvrez votre côté scientifique. Les activités de camp peuvent inclure un invité spécial ou une sortie.
And so much more! Your child(ren) cannot complain about being bored this summer with the variety of activities offered by the City of Ottawa.
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