BGC Summer Day Camp
BGC Summer Day Camp in British Columbia offers a variety of themed day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on fun, learning, and community engagement.
▌ Editor's read The BGC Summer Day Camp website (bgcbc.ca/day-camps/) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp offerings. The camp is run by BGC Canada, a non-profit organization, and offers various themed day camps for children aged 5-12, including sports, arts, and STEM. The website states that all staff are trained in First Aid and CPR, and undergo criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited (as it's a Canadian camp), BGC Canada has a long history of providing youth programs. Google reviews for 'BGC South Coast BC' show a 4.4-star rating from 100+ reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@bgcbc) and Facebook (BGCBC) page, showcasing camp activities.
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
BGC Summer 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: 6–12
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Address: 2875 St George St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3R8, Canada
- Phone: (604) 879-6554
- Cost notes: $125/week for annual members, $175/week for day camp only members. CAD.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about BGC Summer Day Camp
- What ages does BGC Summer Day Camp accept?
- BGC Summer Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Summer Day Camp cost?
- BGC Summer Day Camp publishes $125/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are BGC Summer Day Camp's hours?
- BGC Summer Day Camp runs 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs BGC Summer Day Camp?
- BGC Summer 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 BGC Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
- BGC Summer 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.
- How does BGC Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Vancouver?
- BGC Summer Day Camp is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Vancouver 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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