Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp
The Canucks Autism Network (CAN) offers a STEM Half-Day Camp designed for autistic children and youth, focusing on engaging activities in science, technology...
▌ Editor's read The Canucks Autism Network (CAN) website loads as a legitimate non-profit organization offering various programs, including a STEM Half-Day Camp for autistic children and youth. The camp is a day program, and CAN is clearly identified as a non-profit organization. While specific Google reviews for the 'STEM Half-Day Camp' were not found, the Canucks Autism Network as a whole has a strong reputation, with a Google rating of 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, often praised for its supportive staff and beneficial programs. The organization explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo criminal record checks and receive specialized training in autism. The camp's focus is on STEM activities, providing an inclusive environment for participants. The website lists Instagram as @canucksautism and Facebook as CanucksAutismNetwork. There is no ACA accreditation as this is a Canadian organization.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–13
Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–13
- Hours: 9:00AM - 12:00PM or 1:00PM - 4:00PM or 9:30AM - 12:30PM
- Address: 1788 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1V6, Canada
- Phone: (604) 685-4049
- Cost notes: Costs are for 2025. All prices in CAD. Summer Sport Half-Day Camp: $150/week. Multisport Half-Day Camp: $325/week. STEM Half-Day Camp: $260-$285/week. Integrated Full-Day Camp: $380-475/week. Financial aid is available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp
- What ages does Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp accept?
- Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp is open to children ages 6–13. 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 Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp cost?
- Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp publishes $260/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp's hours?
- Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp runs 9:00AM - 12:00PM or 1:00PM - 4:00PM or 9:30AM - 12:30PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp?
- Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-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 Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp provide lunch?
- Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-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 Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp compare to other specialty camps in Vancouver?
- Canucks Autism Network - STEM Half-Day Camp is one of 24 specialty 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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