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CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT)

CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) · $160/week

CNIB Lake Joe offers an inclusive overnight camp experience in Ontario, Canada, specifically designed for individuals with sight loss, including a Counsellor...

▌ Editor's read The CNIB Lake Joe website loads as a real camp site, detailing programs for individuals with sight loss, including a Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) program. The camp is operated by the CNIB Foundation, a registered charity, indicating a nonprofit owner type. While not ACA accredited (as it's in Canada), the site mentions that 'all staff and volunteers undergo a thorough screening process, including a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check,' confirming background checks. The program is clearly an overnight camp, offering various sessions for different age groups and needs. Google reviews for 'CNIB Lake Joe' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews, with many praising the inclusive environment and dedicated staff. Social media handles found are @cnib_lakejoe on Instagram and CNIBLakeJoe on Facebook. The camp's focus on accessibility and specialized programming for sight loss is a significant strength.
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Who thrives here Ages 15–18

CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

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

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 15–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 4 Joe Finley Way, MacTier, ON P0C 1H0, Canada
  • Phone: (705) 375-2630
  • Cost notes: CAD. Subsidies are available for participants who qualify.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT)

What ages does CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) accept?
CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) is open to children ages 15–18. 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 CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) cost?
CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) publishes $160/week for the standard session. CAD. Subsidies are available for participants who qualify. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT)'s hours?
CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT)?
CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) 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 CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) provide lunch?
CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) 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.
How does CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) compare to other specialty camps in MacTier?
CNIB Lake Joe - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) is one of 8 specialty camps in MacTier that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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