Burnaby YMCA Day Camp
Burnaby YMCA Day Camp offers a variety of themed day camp experiences for children in the Greater Vancouver area, focusing on fun, learning, and physical act...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.gv.ymca.ca/day-camps, loads successfully and is the official website for YMCA of Greater Vancouver Day Camps, which includes the Burnaby location. The camp is a day program, offering various themed camps for different age groups, such as 'Superheroes in Training' and 'Outdoor Explorers.' The YMCA is a well-established nonprofit organization. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo criminal record checks and receive first aid certification. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the site emphasizes safety and qualified staff. Google reviews for 'YMCA of Greater Vancouver' generally show a rating of 4.0 stars or higher across many locations, indicating a positive public perception. The camp is not listed in the American Camp Association directory, as it is located in Canada. Social media handles found are @gv.ymca for Instagram and gvycamps for Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Burnaby YMCA Day 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 7302 Buller Ave, Burnaby, BC V5J 4S5, Canada
- Cost notes: CAD. Member discounts available. Financial assistance available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Burnaby YMCA Day Camp
- What ages does Burnaby YMCA Day Camp accept?
- Burnaby YMCA Day 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 Burnaby YMCA Day Camp cost?
- Burnaby YMCA Day Camp publishes $240/week for the standard session. CAD. Member discounts available. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Burnaby YMCA Day Camp's hours?
- Burnaby YMCA Day Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Burnaby YMCA Day Camp?
- Burnaby YMCA Day 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 Burnaby YMCA Day Camp provide lunch?
- Burnaby YMCA Day 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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