Empower Summer Camp 2026
Ages 6 – 9 (by December 2026)
Empower Summer Camp is an inclusive summer experience for children currently in Grades 1–3 of all abilities.
Our goal is to create a safe, joyful environment where children build friendships, explore creativity, and grow in confidence.
Program Information
Week 1: July 6 - 10, 2026
Week 2: July 13 - 17, 2026
Week 3: July 20 - 24, 2026
Week 4: July 27 - 31, 2026
Program Dates
Program Location and Time
Location: St. Paul's Anglican Church
7 Sunmills Green SE,
Calgary, AB T2X 3P6
Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
Drop-offs are from 8:55am to 9:05 am
Pick-ups may begin from 2:25pm.
Late pick-ups between 2:35pm and 3pm can be arranged at an extra fee of $10 per day. 24 hour prior notice required. No pick-ups past 3pm.
Late pick-ups take place at the Fr. James Whelihan School playground (across the street on Sunmills Green SE).
Morning Circle Time (greetings and daily agenda)
Songs, dance, and movement breaks
Group activities and community time
Closing Circle and cleanup routines at the end of the day
Daily Camp Structure
Maximum of 4 campers per group to 1 experienced camp counsellor to 1 junior counsellor (4:1:1)
Low camper-to-staff ratio to ensure individualized attention
Grade 1 with Grade 2 campers | Grade 2 with Grade 3 campers
Encourages modelling and peer learning
Small Breakout Groups and Age-Based Grouping
Children learn how to connect and engage with peers
Friendship building activities
Opportunities for kids of ALL abilities to develop empathy and inclusion
Support for children with diverse needs to practice social engagement
Social Skills & Inclusion
Experienced Developmental and Behavioral Aides
Education Assistants
Junior staff are Grade 12 support staff assisting Camp Counsellors
Staff typically have 3-5 years experience supporting children with diverse needs
All staff are First Aid & CPR certified, and have provided clean RCMP Vulnerable Sector Checks
Camp Staff
pricing
$450
per week
Only 1 child attending, and
Only 1 week attending
Popular
$395
Per week
Qualifies if 1 child is attending for more than 1 week and less than 4 weeks of Camp
Qualifies if 2 children are attending for 1 week of Camp and less than 3 weeks of Camp
$355
Per Week
Qualifies if 1 child is attending for 4 weeks of Camp
Qualifies if 2 children are attending for 3 or more weeks of Camp
Payment Details:
Upon completion of the registration form, invoice for payment will be sent to the email address in the registration form. Completed payment is required to secure a spot for your child.
Payment plans are available. Please contact info@empoweringyyc.ca to discuss options.
Empowering Summer Camps is privately funded. Registration fees support all program activities, rentals and staff. Direct funding through FSCD is not available to us. You would need to speak with your child’s FSCD worker to qualify for funding. We are happy to support you in anyway possible to achieve this - just let us know.
Fees can be paid through Credit Card, Interac E-transfer, and Wire Transfer. Payment details will be provided on the invoice. Receipts can be used towards child care expenses for tax purposes.
Parents can select late child pick-up extra fee of $10/day on the camper registration form.
preparing For Camp
Parents, here is a detailed list of what each camper needs:
A spare change of clothes, personal care items (diapers, wipes, etc.), a white clothing item for tie-dye, a water bottle, and weather-appropriate gear (rain gear, sunscreen, and hats).
Please send your child a packed lunch and snacks each day. We suggest packing things like a sandwich, cheese and crackers, soup in a thermos, etc.
We are a NUT-FREE camp
Every Friday is a Camp-sponsored lunch day. Please ensure you complete the dietary accommodations section of the registration as it assists in planning meal options for this day.
Meal options include: Pizza parties, Burger-Fridays, Hot-Dog lunches and Chicken fingers and fry-yays.
Dietary options will be provided for those who have restrictions that these meals do not meet.
Parents will be informed of the options and provided suggestions to select from.
With the warm weather, we are diligent with making sure the campers drink a lot of water. If your child comes home with a full water bottle, it is likely because we have just filled it up! We will be topping up water bottles on a regular basis throughout the day to make sure the kiddos are staying nice and hydrated.
We recommend labeling all of your child's belongings to ensure they return home with the right items, as campers may have similar-sized belongings.
