Summer Camp Faqs

Frequently Asked Questions for Parents/Guardians

We are excited to announce that Meadowvale East Apostolic Church (MEAC) will host a fully in-person Summer Camp at 1510 Warden Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario.

Our goal is to engage children and youth in a safe, nurturing environment where they can grow spiritually, emotionally, and socially. Through a mix of educational, fun, and faith-based programming, we aim to build character, foster sound decision-making, and support the next generation as they prepare for life and future careers.

Camp will run from July 6 to August 21, 2026, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We are also pleased to offer extended care hours from 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. to better accommodate working parents. Complimentary breakfast and snacks will be provided during the extended hours. Please note: extended care offerings will be evaluated after the first week and may be subject to an additional fee.

This FAQ section is designed to help you prepare for the summer and ensure your child has a safe, rewarding, and memorable camp experience.

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Date & Time

What date will camp start?
Tuesday, July 6th, 2026. Please see our General Information page for more information.
What is the last day of camp?
August 21st, 2026. Please see our General Information page for more information.
On what days will camp be held?
Mondays to Fridays, no weekends.
Will camp be held on statutory holidays in the summer?
No.
What time will camp start in the mornings?
9:00 a.m.
What time does camp end every day?
4:00 p.m.

Extended Care Program

I start work earlier than Camp start time of 9:00 a.m. in the morning and will need service before 9:00 a.m., are there provisions for parents in my situation?
Yes, we are putting in place and extended care program from 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. every morning and from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. A healthy breakfast will be served in the morning and a light snack in the afternoon. We will assess the need for this program at the first week of camp to determine if needed. Additional costs may be applied on a case-by-case basis.
I work from 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. every day and will not be able to make the 4:00 p.m. pick up time? What can I do?
We are putting in place an extended care program which runs from 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. every morning and from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. A healthy breakfast will be served in the morning and a light snack in the afternoon. I believe this will work for you. However, please note that we will assess the need for this program at the first week of camp to determine if needed. Additional costs may apply.

Cost & Location

What is the cost of the program?
$5.00/day per child and is non-refundable for days that the camper is absent but already paid for within that week.
Is there an additional cost for breakfast in the morning and snacks in the afternoon for my child who is in the extended care program?
No. This is covered by the Church.
How is the cost calculated?
We are able to price this camp competitively because we are funded in part by the Government of Canada, and consider it part of our service to our local community to support families.
Where will the camp be held?
Meadowvale East Apostolic Church at 1510 Warden Avenue at the North West Corner of Warden and Ellesmere.

Programs

I see that it is the Church that is running the camp, does my child have to be a member of the church or be or from the same denomination to participate?
No. The program is for children and youth within the community. However, all campers must demonstrate respect and regard for those things held dear to the Church, e.g. respect in the sanctuary (place of worship) is mandatory.
What programs will be taught or delivered to the campers?
Meaningful arts and crafts, indoor games, outdoor recreational activities, educational activities to learn more about the world around us from the context of creation and related trivia, field trips, swimming.
What makes this camp different from other camps?
We aim to be values-driven and build camp themes around a Christian ethos. The manner in which we interact with the campers and the values and principles behind the activities we deliver are guided by the principles and values of the Church’s beliefs such as love and respect for one another, compassion, fairness, truth, fairness, integrity, all great attributes demonstrated by Jesus and ones which are relevant today to build strong communities.
I am not a Christian. Will this camp attempt to convert my child/children?

No. While operating under a Christian ethos, our camp staff team tends to consist of local members of our community who may not be Christian. Our content will be shaped around Christian themes and have moments of prayer and reflection but with the primary goal of influencing campers to become successful contributing members of society by helping them to build and strengthen character and to teach them how to make good, sound decisions.

Our goal will not be to convert your child but to do our duty to demonstrate Christ-like, servant leadership characteristics, such as humility, compassion, fairness, respect, forgiveness, perseverance, value for people, truth and honesty.

Is the plan to indoctrinate my child or persuade parents to join your organization?

No. Our primary goal under the program is to work with our children and youth to become successful contributing members of society by helping them to build and strengthen character and to teach them how to make good, sound decisions.

Generally, while campers need not participate in all activities, for their safety they are expected to be present at all scheduled activities, including prayer, seminars, meals and recreational activities.

As part of my child’s faith, my child will need to pray at least three times daily during the summer, will this be accommodated, and if yes, how?
Yes. There is a sanctuary on premises that our campers may use to pray, meditate or reflect as needed. The expectation is that they will need to show the utmost regard and respect for the sanctuary. Information will be provided to campers about acceptable behavior while in the place of worship.
Will praying be a part of your program?
Yes. We have built in some time for prayer in the sanctuary. No camper will be forced to pray, however, for their safety they will need to be present monitored for safety reasons. In these cases, the utmost respect and regard for the activities at that time must be demonstrated.

Health & Safety

What steps will be taken to ensure my child’s safety?

Campers will be under the direct supervision of mature and responsible counsellors whose primary objective to ensure camper safety at all times. The camper to counsellor ratio is 10:1 (depending on age) which exceeds that of other organizations. All counsellors will receive First Aid and CPR Training and be certified. Additional safety steps will be taken on trips e.g. camper to counsellor ratio will be reduced e.g. 4:1 depending on age. We will also have a Student Camp Director and an Executive Camp director on site daily to oversee the complete management of the camp including camper safety.

For their safety primarily, campers must comply with instructions of personnel assigned to positions of responsibility. Any violation of rules, or any misconduct must first be reported to the camper’s counselor for remedial action. If the issue cannot be resolved at this level, the next level of authority is the head counselor, camp director and ultimately the camper’s pastor.

Campers are NOT allowed to leave the camp without proper supervision by an authorized personnel and consent of the parent.

Are there other safety requirements that will be taken?

All persons who have access to the children will referenced check before being employed by Meadowvale East Apostolic Church.

All legislated safety requirements will also be adhered including, fire and health and safety policies, equipment standards – all staff will be required to execute these requirements.

My child has allergies or special medical needs; what steps will be taken to ensure my child’s safety?

In these cases, parents and the camp directors and counsellors need to work together to put together a plan of action that meets the individual needs of each child. Parents will need to provide detailed information about the condition and provide consent for appropriate intervention within the capacity of the counsellor as first aid measure only.

Should an event arise, accurate assessment will be done to determine if emergency services are required – in all events an incident report will be completed and the parent contacted.

What if my child becomes ill or has an accident, what measures will be taken?
If a camper gets sick or has an accident, the incident should be reported to a counselor, who will report the incident to the camp directors who will take appropriate steps such as transferring the camper to a medical facility or arranging for transportation home. In cases where the emergency is severe in nature, the camper discovering the condition should call 911 and then refer the victim to the counsellor. The camper will be responsible for incurred expenses associated with their care.
My child (counsellor) smokes, will s/he be able to take smoke breaks?
The use of tobacco, alcohol or illegal drugs is not permitted.
Use of Cell Phones and or other Electronic Devices while at Camp
No cell phones will be in use while Camp is in progress ( 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). Campers will be required to turn-off and put away their cell phone and or other electronic devices while Camp is in progress. If there is an emergency need to contact parents/guardians by Camper, then the use of our Church phone is available: 416-385-1140.