Recreation Camp Program Information

North Perth Programs: programs@northperth .ca

Register Online: www .northperth .ca/register

Registration will be completed online! Registration will include completion and review of the Parent Handbook and camp policies. Staff will complete registration upon receipt of the online form and e-mail confirmation within 2-3 business days.

Guardians are responsible to reach out if confirmation is not received.

Program Enrollment

Enrollment is processed as received through the online registration portal. If a program was filled before your form was processed, you will be contacted to make other arrangements and/or be added to a wait list.

Our Camp Staff

Our energetic staff receive extensive pre-camp training including programming, child and group management, age appropriate camp activities, HIGH FIVE healthy child development, Camps on T.R.A.C.K.S., co-operative games, team sports, physical activity, mindfulness and leadership. They are all First Aid & CPR certified. Our staff are committed to the Municipality of North Perth Programs charter, “Fostering a Sense of Community through Quality Programs.”

What to Bring to Camp

• Healthy Snacks & Healthy Lunch

• Refillable Water Bottle

• Running Shoes

• Swimsuit and Towel

• Sunscreen & Hat

Please label your child’s clothing, hats and other articles brought to camp. If a child has a backpack or bag it will help keep their belongings together.

*Due to allergies, please only pack nut-free food.

Inclusion Leaders

We believe that everyone has the right to programs & services regardless of age, disability, religious affiliation, ability to pay, race or gender. All people are welcome into our facilities and programs. We strive to make everyone’s experience positive and enjoyable.

• Volunteers/Supports accompanying people with exceptionalities should notify us prior to registration.

• Inclusion Leaders are available to work with children with exceptionalities to help integrate them into our summer camp programs. We meet with your family to gather information about your child’s needs and use that information to help make your child’s experience at camp a fabulous one!

• Inclusion Space is limited! If interested, contact: Kelly Broughton; 519-292-2055

Drop-Off, Pick-Up, Absenteeism

A sign-in and sign-out procedure has been established for all camps. Parents are kindly asked to pick up their children at the approved pre-registered time. Late pick-ups increase our staff costs; therefore, an administrative fee will apply. If you know ahead of time that your child will miss a day of camp, or if they will be absent due to unforeseen circumstances, please notify us by calling the camp phone at 519-573-2532 or the recreation office at 519-292-2055.

Behaviour Management & Expectations

It is the Municipality’s goal to provide a safe, secure and healthy environment for all children. The RZone Policy, Camp rules and regulations are designed for all campers and staff safety. Parents/Guardians are required to review and sign-off acknowledgment of this policy at time of registration.

Payment Options

Safety

Our camp rules and regulations are designed for your child’s safety. Camp leaders will review the rules regularly at camp. No child will be allowed to wander off unsupervised or leave the group at any time without permission. To ensure participant health and safety, please make camp staff aware of any allergies, medical conditions, or behavioural concerns your child may have. We reserve the right to dismiss a camper who refuses to abide by these policies or does not adjust to the group situation.

RZone

The RZone procedure enforces a set of expectations around violence, vandalism and inappropriate behaviour for participants and the public.

Payment & Fee Policy

Cheque: Payable to the Municipality of North Perth. Post-dated cheques will not be accepted unless pre-authorized.

Online Banking: Select North Perth Accounts Receivable. Your account number is 10 digits in length (starts with *7) found on statement/invoice e-Transfers: Please contact the office to use this service

Payment Fee Policy

Registered programs are considered paid programs at time of registration with payment due prior to the program. Program Fees are calculated based on the registered program. Fee charges are reviewed annually for programs and posted on our website. The fees are calculated based on operating costs and average cost per registrant. To keep the fees at a reasonable level and to maintain the registrant’s space in the program, payment is due prior to the program.

Refunds/Credits

Refunds will not be issued for withdrawal of program, alternate days and/or absent days due to illness, vacation, or other events. Registered days are considered paid days.

Sick & Absent Days: No credit is given for sick or absent days. Registrants are expected to pay for any days participant is absent in which they are enrolled to attend

Cancellations: For medical emergencies; credits will be given at the discretion of North Perth.

Invoice/Statements:

A combination invoice/statement will be mailed/ emailed following registration of program. It will show new charges for the current programs and previous account activity and any outstanding balances

Specialty Camps: Staff will send registration confirmation and invoice/statement with payment due on the account within 7 days of registration.

Daily/Weekly Camps: Staff will register applicants on receipt of registration and send confirmation.

Invoicing and payment will be sent and due within 30 days of camp

***If registration is within 30 days of the scheduled program; payment is due at time of registration

Program Cancellations

The Municipality of North Perth reserves the right to cancel any programs that fail to meet the minimum registration numbers or for unforeseen circumstances (i.e. instructor illness, facility emergency, etc.) In the situation a program is canceled by the Municipality, a program may be rescheduled/transferred, or a credit will be given through EFT.

2023 Summer Day Camp

*Weekly Pre-registration and payment required

Ages: children going into Grade 2 (Fall 2023) - 12 years of age

For children going into Grade 1 in Fall 2023 call to register for the Summer Kinder Camp Program at 519-291-4222

Camp A: 6:30am - 4:15pm, Camp B: 7:45am - 5:30pm

• Weekly Pre-registration and payment is required for all camps

• Parents/Guardians must abide by pre-registered drop-off/pick-up times

• Summer Camps are per week and must be paid in advance as per North Perth payment policy

• For more information or inquiries for Camp offerings contact programs@northperth.ca

• Registration: Parent/Guardian must review and acknowledge the online Parent Information Camp Package at time of registration

Did You Know… Our camps include swimming at our outdoor pool 2-3 times a week, picnics in the park, physical activity games, fun crafts, visits to local venues & special guests! All for just $190/week!

Gift Certificates...Not sure what to get that person for that special occasion? Did you know you can purchase a gift certificate towards our camps, pools or community programs? Contact kbroughton@northperth .ca for more information .

Fee Subsidy - Do You Need Assistance?

The Childcare Division for the City of Stratford provides financial assistance for licensed child care and recreation program costs.

You may be eligible if you:

You will be required to complete an application form and meet with a member of our Childcare Division staff to finalize your Fee Subsidy application.

• are working

• are in school or in training

• have a child with special needs

• are facing an emergency situation

• are receiving ODSP

To find out more about Child Care Fee subsidy, contact:

• City of Stratford: 519-271-3773 x200 or 1-800-6692948 x200.

• Families who live in Huron County may be eligible for financial assistance.

Huron County Children’s Services at 519-482-8505.