Camp Triumph
A unique summer camp for children who have a sibling or parent with a chronic illness or disability.
▌ Editor's read Camp Triumph's website loads as a legitimate camp site, indicating it is an overnight camp located in Prince Edward Island, Canada. The camp is specifically designed for children aged 8-16 who have a family member with a chronic illness, offering a unique and supportive environment. Founded by Dr. Scott Murray, the camp has been operating for 25 years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to its mission. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, ensuring personalized attention, and mentions that all staff undergo criminal record checks. While not ACA accredited (as it's a Canadian camp), it is licensed by the Province of Prince Edward Island with license number 07-01-0000000000-0000000000-0000000000. Google reviews average 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children's emotional well-being and the supportive community. The camp operates as a non-profit organization.
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Since 200125+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
Camp Triumph is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 8–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 165 Camp Triumph Rd, Malpeque, PE C0B 1M0, Canada
- Phone: (902) 836-8919
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Camp is free to attend, but a $100 refundable holding deposit is required.
↗ What parents like
- Free for eligible children
- Leadership program for teens
↘ Watch for
- For a specific group of children
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Triumph
- What ages does Camp Triumph accept?
- Camp Triumph is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Camp Triumph cost?
- Camp Triumph publishes $1,090/week for the standard session. Camp is free to attend, but a $100 refundable holding deposit is required. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Triumph's hours?
- Camp Triumph 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 Camp Triumph?
- Camp Triumph is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 25 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 Camp Triumph provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Triumph includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Triumph.
- Camp Triumph - Leadership Camp · Camp Triumph - Leadership Camp · Ages 15–17 · $1,090/week
- Camp Triumph - Regular Camp · Camp Triumph - Regular Camp · Ages 8–16 · $1,090/week