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BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp

BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp · $180/week

BGC Fort McMurray offers engaging day camp programs for children aged 6-12, focusing on fun, learning, and community involvement in a safe environment.

▌ Editor's read The BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp website (fmbgc.ca) loads successfully and provides information about their day camp programs for children aged 6-12. The camp is operated by BGC Fort McMurray, a non-profit organization, and is part of the larger Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada network. The website states that they are licensed by Alberta Child Care Licensing and that all staff undergo criminal record checks, vulnerable sector checks, and child intervention checks. Google reviews for 'BGC Fort McMurray' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 103 reviews, with many positive comments about the staff and variety of activities. The camp offers weekly themes and activities, including sports, arts, and outdoor play. They do not list specific staff-to-camper ratios on their website. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), which is expected as it is a Canadian camp.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Address: 20 Riedel St, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 3E1, Canada
  • Phone: (780) 791-2447
  • Cost notes: CAD. Very affordable rates. Subsidies available for low-income families.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp

What ages does BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp accept?
BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp cost?
BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp publishes $180/week for the standard session. CAD. Very affordable rates. Subsidies available for low-income families. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp's hours?
BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp runs 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp?
BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp provide lunch?
BGC Fort McMurray Summer Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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