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Frequently Asked Questions: Discovery
- Will my child be safe?
Safety is our number one priority. All of our Counsellors are trained in First Aid and CPR.
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- What equipment will my child need?
Your child will need to bring a lunch that is NUT- and SESAME SEED-FREE. He/she should also wear sun block and have a hat for outdoor activities. Valuables, electronic equipment, and other toys (game boys, iPods, baseball cards, etc) should left at home as staff is not responsible for the loss of personal items. Further, they may be confiscated if they interfere with the programming.
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- What are the criteria to be eligible for a subsidy?
We look at the family income and the number of dependants in the family. Subsidies are based on a sliding scale, so you may receive a certain percentage of the total amount requested. All subsidy requests are confidential.
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- How are the applicants selected to participate in the program?
In the interest of allowing the maximum number of children to participate in Discovery, following the application deadline, we first accept all applicants who have NOT attended the program in the past. The remaining applicants are accepted on a first come first serve basis (in the order their applications were received).
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- What does the cost of the camp include?
- Program Directors, Assistant Directors and Counsellors
- Program supplies & Snacks
- Guest lecturer costs
- Field trip costs (including transportation)
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- What if I want my child to attend only one week?
Discovery is a two week program and its curriculum is designed to build off each day’s lessons. As such, we encourage participants to attend the full two weeks. Should you wish to enroll in only one week and pay half the cost, you will be put on a waiting list and accepted in the event that there are spots available after all applicants attending the full two weeks have been accepted.
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- Is it possible to request for special snacks in the case a participant is allergic to various foods?
Absolutely. As long as directors have been made aware of your child’s allergies, alternative snacks will be available in the case where the snack of the day is not suitable for your child.
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- Are the counsellors and directors trained?
Our counsellors are skilled, dedicated, and caring individuals. Our staff is formally trained in First Aid and CPR and also has extensive camp experience within and outside our community. They are also trained in the curriculum activities, classroom management and conflict resolution.
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- What methods of payment are accepted?
Cheque, Cash or Money Order. If paying by cheque or money order, please make the cheque payable to your regional council.
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