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Waterloo Summer Camps

Below is a list of organizations in Waterloo offering summer camps in 2026 that qualify for fee assistance through the Child Care Subsidy Program.

This list is for people who currently receive Child Care Subsidy from the Region of Waterloo. If you are not part of the Child Care Subsidy Program, use the online calculator to see if you qualify. 

Please check this list early and often—some camps start registration as early as January 1, 2026. We’ll update this list regularly as more camps confirm their participation. Each organization runs its own registration process, so you will need to apply directly to each camp to reserve a spot.

Some summer camp programs may also be eligible for Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELC) fee reductions for children under the age of six. Visit the webpage below to learn more.

Online calculator Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC)

City of Waterloo - Albert McCormick Community Centre - Summer Fun Centres

  • Address: 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 5-7 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No
  • How to Register: You can register two ways:
  1. In person at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex or RIM Park
  2. Online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activewaterloo/home
  • Select “activities” and search for camp programs. Add the desired programs to your cart. Note: at this time only Summer Fun Centre camps (ages 4-6 and 5-7) and Variety Camp & Summer Adventure Camp (ages 7-12) and December holiday break and March Break camps are eligible for subsidized pricing. 
  • On the Shopping Cart page, In the coupon code field, enter ROW2026 and click apply.  By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Entering the code will also change the amount due today to $0.00 and you can continue to check out. This does not mean that camp is free. You will still need to talk with your Child Care Subsidy Case Worker to get a Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter and pay any parent/guardian contribution to the City of Waterloo online by May 31, 2026.
  • Please note that camp lunches are an additional optional cost for all campers. You can choose to send a lunch for your child or purchase the optional lunch. The purchased lunch option is an additional cost and is not covered by the child care fee subsidy. 

How to register for Camps and Inclusion Support

  1. New for 2026:
    In previous years, inclusion support for City of Waterloo camps was arranged through the City of Kitchener. Beginning September 2025, the City of Waterloo is arranging its own inclusion support. Families must now register directly with the City of Waterloo for inclusion support at City of Waterloo camps.
  2. Support Availability:
    City of Waterloo inclusion support workers can provide up to 2 weeks of support, based on availability, at any City of Waterloo camp (Fun Centres, Variety Day Camp, and Summer Adventure Camp). There is no additional cost to access inclusion support.
  3. Before Registration Day:
    Families must complete a City of Waterloo Inclusion Membership Form. The form is available on our website at https://www.waterloo.ca/inclusion. An active inclusion membership is required to register for inclusion support on registration day.
  4. On Registration Day:
    Families should first register for the week(s) of camp their child will attend. Next, families must register for inclusion support for the matching week(s).
  • Registration Opens: Registration for Waterloo residents opens on February 24, 2026 and for non-Waterloo residents on February 27, 2026

City of Waterloo – RIM Park – Summer Fun Centres

  • Address: 2001 University Avenue East, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 4-6 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No

How to Register: You can register two ways:

  1. In person at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex or RIM Park.
  2. Online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activewaterloo/home
  • Select “activities” and search for camp programs. Add the desired programs to your cart. Note: at this time only Summer Fun Centre camps (ages 4-6 and 5-7) and Variety Camp & Summer Adventure Camp (ages 7-12) and December holiday break and March Break camps are eligible for subsidized pricing. 
  • On the Shopping Cart page, In the coupon code field, enter ROW2026 and click apply.  By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Entering the code will also change the amount due today to $0.00 and you can continue to check out. This does not mean that camp is free. You will still need to talk with your Child Care Subsidy Case Worker to get a Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter and pay any parent/guardian contribution to the City of Waterloo online by May 31, 2026.
  • Please note that camp lunches are an additional optional cost for all campers. You can choose to send a lunch for your child or purchase the optional lunch. The purchased lunch option is an additional cost and is not covered by the child care fee subsidy. 

How to register for Camps and Inclusion Support

  1. New for 2026:
    In previous years, inclusion support for City of Waterloo camps was arranged through the City of Kitchener. Beginning September 2025, the City of Waterloo is arranging its own inclusion support. Families must now register directly with the City of Waterloo for inclusion support at City of Waterloo camps.
  2. Support Availability:
    City of Waterloo inclusion support workers can provide up to 2 weeks of support, based on availability, at any City of Waterloo camp (Fun Centres, Variety Day Camp, and Summer Adventure Camp). There is no additional cost to access inclusion support.
  3. Before Registration Day:
    Families must complete a City of Waterloo Inclusion Membership Form. The form is available on our website at https://www.waterloo.ca/inclusion. An active inclusion membership is required to register for inclusion support on registration day.
  4. On Registration Day:
    Families should first register for the week(s) of camp their child will attend. Next, families must register for inclusion support for the matching week(s).
  • Registration Opens: Registration for Waterloo residents opens on February 24, 2026 and for non-Waterloo residents on February 27, 2026

City of Waterloo – RIM Park – Summer Fun Centres

  • Address: 2001 University Avenue East, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 5-7 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No

How to Register: You can register two ways:

  1. In person at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex or RIM Park.
  2. Online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activewaterloo/home
  • Select “activities” and search for camp programs. Add the desired programs to your cart. Note: at this time only Summer Fun Centre camps (ages 4-6 and 5-7) and Variety Camp & Summer Adventure Camp (ages 7-12) and December holiday break and March Break camps are eligible for subsidized pricing. 
  • On the Shopping Cart page, In the coupon code field, enter ROW2026 and click apply.  By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Entering the code will also change the amount due today to $0.00 and you can continue to check out. This does not mean that camp is free. You will still need to talk with your Child Care Subsidy Case Worker to get a Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter and pay any parent/guardian contribution to the City of Waterloo online by May 31, 2026.
  • Please note that camp lunches are an additional optional cost for all campers. You can choose to send a lunch for your child or purchase the optional lunch. The purchased lunch option is an additional cost and is not covered by the child care fee subsidy. 

How to register for Camps and Inclusion Support

  1. New for 2026:
    In previous years, inclusion support for City of Waterloo camps was arranged through the City of Kitchener. Beginning September 2025, the City of Waterloo is arranging its own inclusion support. Families must now register directly with the City of Waterloo for inclusion support at City of Waterloo camps.
  2. Support Availability:
    City of Waterloo inclusion support workers can provide up to 2 weeks of support, based on availability, at any City of Waterloo camp (Fun Centres, Variety Day Camp, and Summer Adventure Camp). There is no additional cost to access inclusion support.
  3. Before Registration Day:
    Families must complete a City of Waterloo Inclusion Membership Form. The form is available on our website at https://www.waterloo.ca/inclusion. An active inclusion membership is required to register for inclusion support on registration day.
  4. On Registration Day:
    Families should first register for the week(s) of camp their child will attend. Next, families must register for inclusion support for the matching week(s).
  • Registration Opens: Registration for Waterloo residents opens on February 24, 2026 and for non-Waterloo residents on February 27, 2026

City of Waterloo – RIM Park – Variety Camp

  • Address: 2001 University Avenue East, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 7-12 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No

How to Register: You can register two ways:

  1. In person at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex or RIM Park.
  2. Online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activewaterloo/home
  • Select “activities” and search for camp programs. Add the desired programs to your cart. Note: at this time only Summer Fun Centre camps (ages 4-6 and 5-7) and Variety Camp & Summer Adventure Camp (ages 7-12) and December holiday break and March Break camps are eligible for subsidized pricing. 
  • On the Shopping Cart page, In the coupon code field, enter ROW2026 and click apply.  By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Entering the code will also change the amount due today to $0.00 and you can continue to check out. This does not mean that camp is free. You will still need to talk with your Child Care Subsidy Case Worker to get a Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter and pay any parent/guardian contribution to the City of Waterloo online by May 31, 2026.
  • Please note that camp lunches are an additional optional cost for all campers. You can choose to send a lunch for your child or purchase the optional lunch. The purchased lunch option is an additional cost and is not covered by the child care fee subsidy. 

How to register for Camps and Inclusion Support

  1. New for 2026:
    In previous years, inclusion support for City of Waterloo camps was arranged through the City of Kitchener. Beginning September 2025, the City of Waterloo is arranging its own inclusion support. Families must now register directly with the City of Waterloo for inclusion support at City of Waterloo camps.
  2. Support Availability:
    City of Waterloo inclusion support workers can provide up to 2 weeks of support, based on availability, at any City of Waterloo camp (Fun Centres, Variety Day Camp, and Summer Adventure Camp). There is no additional cost to access inclusion support.
  3. Before Registration Day:
    Families must complete a City of Waterloo Inclusion Membership Form. The form is available on our website at https://www.waterloo.ca/inclusion. An active inclusion membership is required to register for inclusion support on registration day.
  4. On Registration Day:
    Families should first register for the week(s) of camp their child will attend. Next, families must register for inclusion support for the matching week(s).
  • Registration Opens: Registration for Waterloo residents opens on February 24, 2026 and for non-Waterloo residents on February 27, 2026

City of Waterloo - Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex - Summer Fun Centres

  • Address: 101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 4-6 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No
How to Register: You can register two ways:
  1. In person at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex or RIM Park
  2. Online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activewaterloo/home
  • Select “activities” and search for camp programs. Add the desired programs to your cart. Note: at this time only Summer Fun Centre camps (ages 4-6 and 5-7) and Variety Camp & Summer Adventure Camp (ages 7-12) and December holiday break and March Break camps are eligible for subsidized pricing. 
  • On the Shopping Cart page, In the coupon code field, enter ROW2026 and click apply.  By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Entering the code will also change the amount due today to $0.00 and you can continue to check out. This does not mean that camp is free. You will still need to talk with your Child Care Subsidy Case Worker to get a Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter and pay any parent/guardian contribution to the City of Waterloo online by May 31, 2026.
  • Please note that camp lunches are an additional optional cost for all campers. You can choose to send a lunch for your child or purchase the optional lunch. The purchased lunch option is an additional cost and is not covered by the child care fee subsidy. 

How to register for Camps and Inclusion Support

  1. New for 2026:
    In previous years, inclusion support for City of Waterloo camps was arranged through the City of Kitchener. Beginning September 2025, the City of Waterloo is arranging its own inclusion support. Families must now register directly with the City of Waterloo for inclusion support at City of Waterloo camps.
  2. Support Availability:
    City of Waterloo inclusion support workers can provide up to 2 weeks of support, based on availability, at any City of Waterloo camp (Fun Centres, Variety Day Camp, and Summer Adventure Camp). There is no additional cost to access inclusion support.
  3. Before Registration Day:
    Families must complete a City of Waterloo Inclusion Membership Form. The form is available on our website at https://www.waterloo.ca/inclusion. An active inclusion membership is required to register for inclusion support on registration day.
  4. On Registration Day:
    Families should first register for the week(s) of camp their child will attend. Next, families must register for inclusion support for the matching week(s).
  • Registration Opens: Registration for Waterloo residents opens on February 24, 2026 and for non-Waterloo residents on February 27, 2026

City of Waterloo - Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex - Summer Adventure Camp

  • Address: 101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 7-12 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No
  • How to Register: You can register two ways:
  • Select “activities” and search for camp programs. Add the desired programs to your cart. Note: at this time only Summer Fun Centre camps (ages 4-6 and 5-7) and Variety Camp & Summer Adventure Camp (ages 7-12) and December holiday break and March Break camps are eligible for subsidized pricing. 
  • On the Shopping Cart page, In the coupon code field, enter ROW2026 and click apply.  By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Entering the code will also change the amount due today to $0.00 and you can continue to check out. This does not mean that camp is free. You will still need to talk with your Child Care Subsidy Case Worker to get a Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter and pay any parent/guardian contribution to the City of Waterloo online by May 31, 2026.
  • Please note that camp lunches are an additional optional cost for all campers. You can choose to send a lunch for your child or purchase the optional lunch. The purchased lunch option is an additional cost and is not covered by the child care fee subsidy.

How to register for Camps and Inclusion Support

  1. New for 2026:
    In previous years, inclusion support for City of Waterloo camps was arranged through the City of Kitchener. Beginning September 2025, the City of Waterloo is arranging its own inclusion support. Families must now register directly with the City of Waterloo for inclusion support at City of Waterloo camps.
  2. Support Availability:
    City of Waterloo inclusion support workers can provide up to 2 weeks of support, based on availability, at any City of Waterloo camp (Fun Centres, Variety Day Camp, and Summer Adventure Camp). There is no additional cost to access inclusion support.
  3. Before Registration Day:
    Families must complete a City of Waterloo Inclusion Membership Form. The form is available on our website at https://www.waterloo.ca/inclusion. An active inclusion membership is required to register for inclusion support on registration day.
  4. On Registration Day:
    Families should first register for the week(s) of camp their child will attend. Next, families must register for inclusion support for the matching week(s). 
  • Registration Opens: Registration for Waterloo residents opens on February 24, 2026 and for non-Waterloo residents on February 27, 2026

RisingOaks Early Learning - St. Luke - RisingOaks' Summer Camp

  • Address: 550 Chesapeake Drive, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: JK to Grade 2, born in 2018-2021
  • CWELCC Eligible: Yes
  • How to Register: Internal RisingOaks' families will receive a customized pre-registration link to register. The general public can register for RisingOaks' summer camp at www.risingoaks.ca/summer-camp
    • Promo Code: Child Care Subsidy can help eligible families pay for the cost of approved summer camp and recreation programs. If requiring financial assistance for these programs through Child Care Subsidy, use promo code ROW-Sub-Camp26* when registering. By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Registration Opens: Internal registration for RisingOaks families opens February 17, 2026 at noon. Registration for the general public opens March 1, 2026 at noon.

 RisingOaks Early Learning - St. Matthew - RisingOaks' Summer Camp

  • Address: 405 Pastern Trail, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: JK to Grade 2, born in 2018-2021
  • CWELCC Eligible: Yes
  • How to Register: Internal RisingOaks' families will receive a customized pre-registration link to register. The general public can register for RisingOaks' summer camp at www.risingoaks.ca/summer-camp
    • Promo Code: Child Care Subsidy can help eligible families pay for the cost of approved summer camp and recreation programs. If requiring financial assistance for these programs through Child Care Subsidy, use promo code ROW-Sub-Camp26* when registering. By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Registration Opens: Internal registration for RisingOaks families opens February 17, 2026 at noon. Registration for the general public opens March 1, 2026 at noon.

 RisingOaks Early Learning - St. Nicholas - RisingOaks' Summer Camp

  • Address: 525 Laurelwood Drive, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: JK to Grade 2, born in 2018-2021
  • CWELCC Eligible: Yes
  • How to Register: Internal RisingOaks' families will receive a customized pre-registration link to register. The general public can register for RisingOaks' summer camp at www.risingoaks.ca/summer-camp
    • Promo Code: Child Care Subsidy can help eligible families pay for the cost of approved summer camp and recreation programs. If requiring financial assistance for these programs through Child Care Subsidy, use promo code ROW-Sub-Camp26* when registering. By using this code, you authorize communication between the selected summer camp/recreation program and the Region of Waterloo Child Care Subsidy program for purposes of verifying your eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy program. Please do not share the promo code with others as each family must be eligible for Child Care Subsidy for subsidized rates to apply.
  • Registration Opens: Internal registration for RisingOaks families opens February 17, 2026 at noon. Registration for the general public opens March 1, 2026 at noon.

Silver Lake Mennonite Camp - Waterloo - Day Camp

  • Address: 131 Erb St. W, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: 5-12 ages
  • CWELCC Eligible: No
  • How to Register: Online at https://slmc.ca/summer-camp/day-camp/
  • Registration Opens: February 1, 2026

YMCA of Three Rivers Camps - Camp Heidelberg

  • Address: 2001 Kressler Rd, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: Ages 4-12
  • CWELCC Eligible: No
  • How to Register: 

    1. Go to https://ytr.campbrainregistration.com/

    2. Sign in or complete a New User Sign Up

    3. Choose your camp and sessions

    4. Stop at payment and call 519-699-5100 or email camp@ytr.ymca.ca to complete

  • Registration Opens: January 13, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

YMCA of Three Rivers - Edna Staebler Child Care Centre

  • Address: 450 Bernay Dr, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: Ages 4-6
  • CWELCC Eligible: Ages 4-5 Yes, 6+ No
  • How to Register: External families can register through OneList https://regionofwaterloo.onehsn.com/ Internal families register through a form sent by the centre directly to internal families only.
  • Registration Opens: January 19, 2026

YMCA of Three Rivers - Just for Kids Child Care

  • Address: 485 Thorndale Dr, Waterloo, ON
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: Ages 4-6
  • CWELCC Eligible: Ages 4-5 Yes, 6+ No
  • How to Register: External families can register through OneList https://regionofwaterloo.onehsn.com/ Internal families register through a form sent by the centre directly to internal families only.
  • Registration Opens: January 19, 2026

YMCA of Three Rivers - Stork YMCA Camp

  • Address: 500 Fischer Hallman Rd N, Waterloo, ON 
  • Summer Camps Approved for Child Care Subsidy: Ages 4-8
  • CWELCC Eligible: No
  • How to Register: 

    1. Go to https://ytr.campbrainregistration.com/

    2. Sign in or complete a New User Sign Up

    3. Choose your camp and sessions

    4. Stop at payment and call 519-699-5100 or email camp@ytr.ymca.ca to complete

  • Registration Opens: January 13, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

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