Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–17 · $425/week
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Rainbow Camp

To be determined · $425/week

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's website, rainbowcamp.ca, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is a Canadian camp, not a US camp, and therefore not listed in the ACA directory. The camp is a non-profit organization, founded by Chris Southin, and has been operating for 13 years, serving 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mention that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. The camp offers an overnight program. Google reviews for 'Rainbow Camp Canada' show a 4.9-star rating from 100 reviews, with themes highlighting the camp's inclusive and supportive environment. Social media handles are @rainbowcamp.ca on Instagram and RainbowCamp.ca on Facebook.
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Since 201313+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 12–17

Rainbow Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2013 (13 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 12–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 800 Valhalla Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7J 1K4, Canada
  • Phone: (807) 628-8686
  • 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

What ages does Rainbow Camp accept?
Rainbow Camp is open to children ages 12–17. 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 Rainbow Camp cost?
Rainbow Camp 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's hours?
Rainbow Camp 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 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 13 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 provide lunch?
Rainbow 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.

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