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2024 Rates and Dates
Our session fees include:
- Industry best overall camper to staff ratio of 3:1
- On-site licensed Registered Nurses
- On-site security/Paid Duty Police Officers
- Professionally trained and developed staff by a senior leadership team that is comprised of OCT certified educators, and experienced camping professionals
- Daily hot lunches, salad + deli bar, pasta station and snacks prepared on-site
- On-site Allergy Management Specialist and Nutritionist to support and satisfy all palates, dietary needs and picky eaters
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Daily certified Life Saving Society swim instruction with progress report and swim badges
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Daily towel service
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Enhanced on-site third party program partners to compliment our specially designed programming; meeting the variety of developmental needs of all campers and changes
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A complimentary day trip to Camp Timberlane for children in Ravens (completed Grade 1) during weeks 1-6
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A complimentary overnight camping trip to Camp Timberlane for campers in Eagles (completed Grade 2), Hawks (completed Grade 3) and Mavericks (completed Grades 4 and 5) during weeks 1-6
- Ivy Camper Welcome Package including: Ivy backpack, camper activity newsletter and Ivy t-shirt
- State-of-the-art facilities including outdoor playing fields, 6 outdoor tennis courts, landscaped quads, woodland forest paths, air-conditioned gymnasiums, double-height dining hall with floor-to-ceiling windows, nine-hole disc golf course and more
- Accreditation by the Ontario Camps Association where we have met and exceeded the highest standards for health, safety, staff training and program quality
PRE-K – GRADE 7
4 Weeks
July 2 – July 26
Deposit: $500
Session: $3225
Total: $3725
6 Weeks
July 2 – August 9
Deposit: $500
Session: $4300
Total: $4800
6 Weeks Split
July 2 – July 26 and
August 12 – August 23
Deposit: $500
Session: $4485
Total: $4985
8 Weeks
July 2 – August 23
Deposit: $500
Session: $5000
Total: $5500
4 Weeks
July 29 – August 23
Deposit: $500
Session: $3225
Total: $3725
2 Weeks
July 29 – August 9
Deposit: $500
Session: $1265
Total: $1765
2 Weeks
August 12 – August 23
Deposit: $500
Session: $1460
Total: $1960
Please Note:
There is no camp on Monday, July 1 and Monday, August 5
OPTIONAL: For your convenience we offer Before Camp and After Camp programs. Click here for more information.
CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION: Ways to Save, Ivy Academies, Before and After Care, Cancellation Policy, Transportation
The Timberlane Bundle: Ivy Travellers – Grades 2-4
5 Weeks
July 2 – August 2
Deposit: $500
Session: $5100
Total: $5600
6 Weeks
July 2 – August 9
Deposit: $500
Session: $6100
Total: $6600
Please Note:
There is no camp on Monday, July 1 and Monday, August 5
OPTIONAL: For your convenience we offer Before Camp and After Camp programs. Click here for more information.
CLICK FOR MORE INFORATION: Ways to Save, Ivy Academies, Before and After Care, Cancellation Poilcy, Transportation
Grade 8 Leaders and Coaches
Campers in this program work alongside experienced counsellors, specialists, and instructors in cabin groups and during specialized activities, gaining valuable hands-on experience
4 Weeks
July 2 – July 26
Deposit: $500
Session: $2000
Total: $2500
6 Weeks
July 2 – August 9
Deposit: $500
Session: $2500
Total: $3000
8 Weeks
July 2 – August 23
Deposit: $500
Session: $3000
Total: $3500
4 Weeks
July 29 – August 23
Deposit: $500
Session: $2000
Total: $2500
Please note: There is no camp on Monday, July 1 and Monday, August 5.
OPTIONAL: For your convenience we offer Before Camp and After Camp programs. Click here for more information.
CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION: Ways to Save, Before and After Care, Cancellation Policy, Transportation
Add-Ons
*Campers are permitted to sign up for a maximum of one Academy per week
*Campers attend Ivy Academy for one and a half hours of sports instruction and then re-join their regular cabin group
Ivy Academy
| Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 | Week 6 | Week 7 | Week 8 | |
| Baseball | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Basketball | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Learn-to-Play | $50 | $40 | ||||||
| Lil’ Riders | $150 | $120 | ||||||
| Soccer | $125 | $100 | ||||||
| Tennis | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Performing Arts | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Visual Arts | $200 | $200 |
Before Camp
| Week 1 |
Week 2 |
Week 3 |
Week 4 |
Week 5 |
Week 6 |
Week 7 |
Week 8 |
| $72 | $90 | $90 | $90 | $90 | $72 | $90 | $90 |
After Camp
| Week 1 |
Week 2 |
Week 3 |
Week 4 |
Week 5 |
Week 6 |
Week 7 |
Week 8 |
| $144 | $180 | $180 | $180 | $180 | $144 | $180 | $180 |
Ways to Save
*Early Payment Discount and Sibling Discounts are applied to Session Cost
Early Payment Discount
Pay in full by December 1: 4% off
Sibling Discount
2nd child: 5% off | 3rd child: 15% off | 4th child: 25% off
Registration Policies
All registrations must be completed through our secure, online registration portal. Upon submitting a registration, a $500.00 deposit, per camper, is required.
Your payment options:
Pay in full by December 1, 2023, (receive a 4% discount of your session fee)
Pay in monthly installments (February 1, March 1, April 1, May 1)
Pay in full on May 1, 2024
Accepted forms of payment:
Cheque
E-transfer
Visa & Mastercard
a 3% administration fee will be applied
Cancellation Policy
Prior to December 1, cancellations are subject to a $150 administrative fee.
Between December 1 and January 31, cancellations are subject to a $250 administrative fee.
Between February 1 and April 30 the $500 deposit is non-refundable.
For cancellations made after May 1, no refunds will be issued.
Daily Lunch and Snacks
We fuel more than just the imagination! Ivy campers savour a variety of healthy and delicious daily snacks and lunches, prepared by our on-site caterer. Check back in the spring to browse our 2024 menu.
Transportation
Our camp is conveniently located at Havergal College, on the corner of Avenue Road and Lawrence Ave. We are fortunate to have a central location perfect for driving, carpooling, walking or biking!
At The Ivy, we have the privilege of beginning and ending each day connecting directly with caregivers and staying true to our core belief of engaging caregivers as partners.
We are committed to a hand to hand arrival and departure experience, as it is one which provides for a close connection with our families and camp community. We strongly believe this positively helps integrate and transitions children into camp life; ultimately, enhancing their summer-camp journey.
For your convenience and to offer the same holistic opportunity for connection, we offer an optional before camp program (7:30am – 8:30am) and/or after camp program (4:00pm – 6:00pm). Both optional programs include an early morning and afternoon snack, and a continuation of our high quality activities!
Our before and after camp program is perfect for parents who require flexibility in their day!
Typical Day
Communication
We know that effective communication builds understanding and trust. We work together to support your camper’s well-being and development at camp.
AT THE IVY YOU CAN EXPECT:
- Regular camp updates beginning monthly until May and weekly from May through the summer months. Watch your email for ‘The Eye on The Ivy!’
- Specific information on your camper’s application will be confidentially reviewed and shared with your child’s Unit Head, Counsellors and/or our Health Centre team
- A phone call to confirm any information that we may have questions about
- An introductory letter from your camper’s Unit Head prior to starting camp
- An opportunity to meet your camper’s Counsellor prior to camp starting
- A phone call from your camper’s Counsellor prior to starting their stay at camp
- A phone call or personal note should your child visit the Health Centre during their stay at camp
- A follow-up phone call from your camper’s Counsellor after the first week of camp
- A progress report from your child’s Swim Instructor
- Dedicated and personable office staff who are a phone call away (they are the link between home and camp!)
FAQ
Registration
Can my child be grouped in a cabin with their friends?
We make every effort to ensure that each child receives 1 mutual friend request. You may submit your friend request upon registration or email us at camp@theivy.ca.
Can I make changes to camp registration?
Changes to enrollment will not be made after May 1. Changes must be able to be accommodated by the camp. All requests for changes must be made in writing. Changes to registration can be made at no penalty until December 31. Shortening the registration period after this date will be considered a partial cancellation and the $250 cancellation fee will apply.
Rates, Dates and Discounts
What is included in the camp fees?
Our fees include our camp programming tailored towards each age group, daily swim instruction, towel service, and healthy lunches/snacks prepared by our on-site caterer. In addition, campers receive an Ivy backpack and camp t-shirt.
Campers in grades 2 and up will also receive a complimentary 2 night, 3 day stay at Camp Timberlane .
Typical Day
How do children get to camp?
Our camp is conveniently located at Havergal College, on the corner of Avenue Road and Lawrence Ave. We are fortunate to have a central location perfect for driving, carpooling, walking or biking!
Do you offer bus service?
No, we do not offer bus service. We have the privilege of beginning and ending each day connecting directly with caregivers and staying true to our core belief of engaging caregivers as partners.
We are committed to a hand to hand arrival and departure experience, as it is one which provides for a close connection with our families and camp community. We strongly believe this positively helps integrate and transitions children into camp life; ultimately, enhancing their summer-camp journey.
For your convenience and to offer the same holistic opportunity for connection, we offer an optional before camp program (7:30am – 8:30am) and/or after camp program (4:00pm – 6:00pm). Both optional programs include an early morning and afternoon snack, and a continuation of our high quality activities!
What are the hours of camp?
Campers may be dropped off between 8:30am – 9:15am and picked up between 3:45pm – 4:15pm. We do offer an optional before-care and after-care program. Please email us at camp@theivy.ca to request more information about this program.
How is the camp day structured?
Our Ivy Kinder Campers (Pre K – SK) partake in an eclectic selection of programs designed to promote all essential areas of growth for our youngest campers. Cabins rotate from one activity to another throughout the day.
Our Ivy Inter (Grades 1-3) Campers and Ivy Elder Campers (Grades 4-7) begin to select their own programming for portions of their day, allowing them to explore their interests and build new skills.
All campers receive instructional and recreational swim periods, supervised by trained instructors and certified lifeguards.
Are swimming lessons on-site?
Yes, we offer on-site Life Saving Society swim instruction in Havergal College’s 25-metre competition pool. We maintain an in-water camper-to-instructor ratio of 4:1.
Are lunches and snacks provided?
Yes, 0ur campers enjoy a menu of delicious and healthy prepared lunches and snacks. Our on-site catering is provided through Havergal College and prepared with an intentional balance of nutrition and taste.
Health and Safety
What do you do when campers are not feeling well?
Campers facing illness or injury during their day are attended to by our two on-site Registered Nurses and on-site First Aiders. We have a fully functioning wellness centre which is supervised daily by a full-time Senior Registered Nurse.
Our Facilities
Where is the camp-site located?
Our camp-site is conveniently located at the beautiful Havergal College campus on the corner of Avenue Road and Lawrence Ave in midtown Toronto.
Where is your year-round office located?
Our ‘winter office’ and year-round mailing address is located at:
2495 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M4P 2H6
Staff
How do you select staff?
All staff members attend a thorough interview process and have three strong professional references. Positions at The Ivy are very competitive and in addition to having past childcare experience, all staff members must be responsible and have a passion for working with children. Staff over the age of 18 are required to submit a vulnerable sector screening.
How do I apply for a position?
Available positions can be found under the employment section of our website!