JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp
The JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp offers a variety of themed day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on fun, learning, and community engagement.
▌ Editor's read The JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp website loads successfully and provides information on various day camp programs for children aged 5-12, including specialty camps like 'Camp Chaos' and 'Camp Imagineers.' The camp is run by the Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver, indicating a nonprofit ownership structure. While the website does not explicitly state ACA accreditation, it is a Canadian camp, so ACA accreditation is not applicable. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@jccgv) and a Facebook page (JCCGV). Google reviews for the JCC of Greater Vancouver generally reflect a positive sentiment, with a rating of 4.3 stars from 280 reviews, often praising the facilities and community atmosphere. The website does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit language regarding staff background checks. The camp offers a variety of themed weeks, suggesting a focus on diverse activities and interests for campers.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 3–14
JCC of Greater Vancouver 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: 3–14
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 950 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2N7, Canada
- Phone: (604) 257-5111
- Cost notes: CAD. Member discounts available. Financial assistance may be available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp
- What ages does JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp accept?
- JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp is open to children ages 3–14. 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 JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp cost?
- JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. CAD. Member discounts available. Financial assistance may be available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp's hours?
- JCC of Greater Vancouver 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 JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp?
- JCC of Greater Vancouver 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 JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp provide lunch?
- JCC of Greater Vancouver 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 JCC of Greater Vancouver Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Vancouver?
- JCC of Greater Vancouver 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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