What ages does Camp Ten Oaks accept?

Camp Ten Oaks is open to children ages 8–17. 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 Camp Ten Oaks cost?

Camp Ten Oaks publishes $2,266/week for the standard session. CAD. Sliding scale available with four tiers of fees. Financial aid is available. A deposit of 10% of the agreed upon fee is required. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Ten Oaks's hours?

Camp Ten Oaks 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 Camp Ten Oaks?

Camp Ten Oaks 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 Camp Ten Oaks provide lunch?

Camp Ten Oaks 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–17

Camp Ten Oaks

Camp Ten Oaks · $2,266/week

Camp Ten Oaks is an overnight camp in Ontario, Canada, for children and youth ages 8-17 from 2SLGBTQ+ (Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer) iden...

▌ Editor's read The Camp Ten Oaks website loads successfully and describes an overnight camp for 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth aged 8-17, located in Ontario, Canada. The camp is operated by the Ten Oaks Project, a registered charity, indicating a nonprofit owner type. While the website details a robust staff hiring process that includes background checks, it does not specify a staff-to-camper ratio. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, which is expected as it is a Canadian camp. Google reviews for 'Camp Ten Oaks' show a 5.0-star rating based on 10 reviews, with reviewers consistently praising the inclusive and supportive environment for campers. The camp offers a sliding scale fee model, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility. Social media handles @tenoaksproject on Instagram and TenOaksProject on Facebook are easily found on the site.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 8–17

Camp Ten Oaks 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: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–17
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 211 Bronson Ave Suite 215, Ottawa, ON K2P 1B4, Canada
Phone: (613) 800-7007
Cost notes: CAD. Sliding scale available with four tiers of fees. Financial aid is available. A deposit of 10% of the agreed upon fee is required.

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Ten Oaks

What ages does Camp Ten Oaks accept?: Camp Ten Oaks is open to children ages 8–17. 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 Camp Ten Oaks cost?: Camp Ten Oaks publishes $2,266/week for the standard session. CAD. Sliding scale available with four tiers of fees. Financial aid is available. A deposit of 10% of the agreed upon fee is required. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Ten Oaks's hours?: Camp Ten Oaks 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 Camp Ten Oaks?: Camp Ten Oaks 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 Camp Ten Oaks provide lunch?: Camp Ten Oaks 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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