Summer Services Logo
29th Edition
Presented by:
CLV Logo
MCFD Logo

Overnight Camps

We believe that all children should have the opportunity to go to summer residential camps if they choose. We have listed some of the summer residential camps close to Victoria. These are all generic camps that support the concept of inclusion of a child with a disability. Parents of children with disabilities who are considering sending their child to a residential camp should read about Lifetime Networks’ Summer Residential Camp Assistance Service (previously run by Recreation Integration Victoria) described in the CYSN sponsored program section of this website.

Parents are advised to contact the camp of their choice well in advance to discuss the suitability of the camp for their child and registration.

Please note that there may be other summer camp options not listed in on this website, as this is not inclusive of every summer camp or service on the lower Vancouver Island. We hope that the listings provide you with references to many such camps but we encourage you to explore.

*NEW* Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan

Website: www.eastersealsbcy.ca/summercamp/

Phone: 1-800-818-4483

Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan (BC Lion’s Society for Children With Disabilities)

Easter Seals BC/Yukon is excited to partner with Canucks Autism Network again this summer to provide three weeks of overnight camp specifically for participants on the autism spectrum.

🌳 For kids & youth on the spectrum, 6-18yrs
🛶 July 21-25 | Camp Shawnigan (Island) OR Camp Winfield (Kelowna)
⛺ July 28 – Aug 1 | Camp Squamish (Lower Mainland)

Ratio of support: 1 staff to 3 participants
Easter Seals fee: $1,000 (AFU eligible)

Within the Easter Seals camper registration form, there is a rubric that can help you determine if your child is a good fit for the support ratio provided. This is an Easter Seals camp, with all staffing provided by Easter Seals.

CAN will provide training & consultation to Easter Seals staff to help tailor the camp programming and activities during these weeks to meet the unique needs of campers on the autism spectrum.

We encourage families to check out this opportunity, and look forward to continuing this partnership in summer 2025!

Registration opens on Mon, Feb 10, 2025

Learn more about Overnight Summer Camps here.

COST

$1000

AGES SERVED

6-18 years

LOCATION

2180 Shawnigan Lake Rd,
Shawnigan Lake BC, V0R 2W5

Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan - Registration opens February 10th, 2025. Please look online for dates:
https://eastersealsbcy.campbrainregistration.com

*NEW* The YES Leadership Camp

Website: www.theyes.ca

Phone: 604-960-1377

The YES Leadership Camp

The Youth Excellence Society (YES) is a charitable organization that provides exceptional leadership training to British Columbia’s youth through the support of the province’s co-operative and credit union movement. For over 45 years, the YES has been providing a unique learning experience for over 15,000 youth across BC. The YES has no religious affiliation.

The YES Leadership Camp provides week-long overnight leadership retreats for youth from all over BC. Skills training is offered for teens in the areas of self-awareness, cooperation, communication, global awareness, inclusion, sustainability, and leadership. Participants take part in the creation of a strong community of support, respect, and growth. Not only is there a chance to learn and develop important life skills, it’s also tons of fun! From field games to hikes, to tie dye and participant-led projects, we have a variety of awesome activities each day. The YES Camp is a summer experience that will last a lifetime. Learn more about programs at www.theyes.ca.

Suitable For:
Camp is open and inclusive to all youth.

COST

Standard rate of $1025. Flexible payment plans, subsidies, and sponsorships available @ https://www.theyes.ca/finding-sponsorship

AGES SERVED

14-18 years

LOCATION

Lake Cowichan, Vancouver Island. In-province transportation available.

*NEW* Zajac Ranch

Website: zajacranch.com

Phone: 1.604.462.8305

We operate a facility that is accessible, innovative and inclusive, catering specifically to children and young adults with medical conditions. We strive to provide a unique camp experience for those who may not have the opportunity to attend camp otherwise.

Financial Assistance

https://zajacranch.com/camps/family-information/

LOCATION

Stave Lake, Mission BC

Community Living Victoria is not responsible for the independent information provided by business and agencies on this website. We do not rate or verify the information gathered and it is solely the responsibility of the listed business and agencies to keep their information up to date. Community Living Victoria does not collect individual personal information on this website and it is solely up to individual business and agencies listed to collect, store and manage information based on their personal information policies.

Community Living Victoria

Contact Us