What ages does YMCA of Greater Toronto accept?

YMCA of Greater Toronto is open to children ages 4–16. 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto cost?

YMCA of Greater Toronto publishes $300/week for the standard session. CAD, Financial assistance available Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are YMCA of Greater Toronto's hours?

YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto?

YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto provide lunch?

YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto compare to other traditional day camp camps in Toronto?

YMCA of Greater Toronto is one of 11 traditional day camp camps in Toronto 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 4–16

YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA of Greater Toronto · $300/week

The YMCA of Greater Toronto offers a wide range of day camps across various locations with diverse programming.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Toronto's website (ymcagta.org) loads successfully and provides extensive information about their day camp programs. They are a non-profit organization, as indicated by their 'About Us' section. The website mentions that 'All YMCA staff and volunteers undergo a thorough screening process, including a police reference check' on their 'Safety at Camp' page, confirming background checks. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the site emphasizes safety and qualified staff. The program type is clearly day camp, with various themes like sports, arts, and leadership. The YMCA of Greater Toronto has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and staff. They are not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), which is expected as they are a Canadian organization. Social media handles found are @ymcagta on Instagram and YMCAGTA on Facebook.

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Who thrives here Ages 4–16

YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 traditional day camp 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

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Details

Category: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 4–16
Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address: 20 Grosvenor St, Toronto, ON M4Y 1B2
Phone: (416) 928-9622
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: CAD, Financial assistance available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Toronto

What ages does YMCA of Greater Toronto accept?: YMCA of Greater Toronto is open to children ages 4–16. 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto cost?: YMCA of Greater Toronto publishes $300/week for the standard session. CAD, Financial assistance available Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA of Greater Toronto's hours?: YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto?: YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto provide lunch?: YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 YMCA of Greater Toronto compare to other traditional day camp camps in Toronto?: YMCA of Greater Toronto is one of 11 traditional day camp camps in Toronto 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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