Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B
Rainbow Camp is an overnight summer camp in Canada dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and their allies.
▌ Editor's read Rainbow Camp, founded by Chris Southin, has been operating for 12 years, providing an overnight summer camp experience for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and their allies. The camp is a registered non-profit organization in Canada. Their website clearly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks to ensure camper safety. The camp's mission is to create a safe, fun, and affirming environment. While the camp is based in Canada, it is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Google reviews for 'Rainbow Camp.ca' show a 4.9-star rating based on 106 reviews, with many reviewers praising the inclusive and supportive atmosphere, the dedicated staff, and the positive impact on campers' self-esteem and sense of belonging.
Who thrives here Ages 12–14
Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
- 2014 (12 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 12–14
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 2000 Island Park Rd, Mindemoya, ON P0P 1S0, Canada
- Phone: (416) 557-5266
- Cost notes: CAD. $25 non-refundable administration fee. A voluntary tier-based payment system is used. Financial aid (Camperships) is available to cover fees and travel costs.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B
- What ages does Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B accept?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B is open to children ages 12–14. 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 Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B cost?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B publishes $425/week for the standard session. CAD. $25 non-refundable administration fee. A voluntary tier-based payment system is used. Financial aid (Camperships) is available to cover fees and travel costs. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B's hours?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B 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 Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 12 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 Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B provide lunch?
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session B.
- Rainbow Camp - Rainbow Camp Session C · To be determined · Ages 15–17 · $425/week