Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A
Rainbow Camp is an overnight camp in Ontario, Canada, dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and their allies.
▌ Editor's read The Rainbow Camp website loads as a real camp site, offering overnight programs for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies. The camp was founded in 2004 by Chris Southin and operates as a non-profit organization. While the camp is based in Canada, it is not listed in the ACA directory. The website mentions that all staff undergo a criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check. Google reviews for 'Rainbow Camp' show a 4.9-star rating from 110 reviews, with themes highlighting the camp's inclusive and supportive environment, the positive impact on campers' self-esteem, and the dedicated staff. The camp actively promotes its social media presence with Instagram handle @rainbowcamp.ca and Facebook handle RainbowCamp.ca. The program focuses on fostering community, leadership, and self-discovery within a safe space.
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Since 222004+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 12–14
Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 22 (2004 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 12–14
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 2000 Island Lake Rd, Massey, ON P0P 1P0, Canada
- Phone: (705) 863-0101
- Cost notes: CAD. $25 non-refundable administration fee. A voluntary tier-based payment system is used. Financial aid (Camperships) is available to cover fees and travel costs.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A
- What ages does Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A accept?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A is open to children ages 12–14. 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 Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A cost?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A publishes $425/week for the standard session. CAD. $25 non-refundable administration fee. A voluntary tier-based payment system is used. Financial aid (Camperships) is available to cover fees and travel costs. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A's hours?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A 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 Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 2004 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A provide lunch?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session A 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.
Planning guides
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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.