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YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre Day Camp

Every day is a new adventure at Y Day Camp

About Y Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre Day Camp

Our Cedar Glen Y Day Camp utilizes our outdoor centre to deliver a variety of programs. This location has access to large indoor spaces, 263 acres of green space and trails, and ropes courses. Programs operate outdoors rain or shine! Campers swim on-site. Camp operates 9 am–4 pm, extended hours are available on site from 7:30–9 am and 4–6 pm for an additional fee of $50/week. Bussing is available for $75/round trip per week.  

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Where are we located?

Located at our YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre in Schomberg.

Camp Address
13300 Concession 11
Schomberg, ON
L0G 1N0

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Check out the facilities and beautiful 263 acres to explore at YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre

Learn More about Summer Day Camp at the Y

Discover the magic of summer day camp and answers to commonly asked questions.
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Review our Summer Day Camp Guide and FAQ for all your answers!

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Learn how value beads play an important role at Y Day Camp

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Although no two days are the same, see a sample schedule of a camp day

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Check out all camp locations and programs at the Y this summer.

Preparing for camp at Y Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre Day Camp

Whether your child is an experienced camper or it is their first camp experience, it is always helpful to know what they can expect at your camp location this summer!

Bussing Information

Bussing is available for $75/week round-trip. For a detailed schedule including times and pick-up and drop-off locations, please see our Bus Schedules page.

Swimming Information

Campers will swim twice a week in one of our two YMCA-owned and operated outdoor pools.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Information

As you drive into YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre, follow signs to park in the lot at right. Staff will be waiting on the large field, wearing blue shirts, and ready to greet you!

Friend Request Process

In order to be placed in the same group as a friend, campers must be in the same age group and registered in the same program. For us to efficiently track these requests, you will need to complete a form for each individual week you are making a request.

Please ensure your request is sent at least two weeks before the start of the program. We do our best to accommodate all requests, however we can not guarantee. If requests are submitted with less than two weeks before the start of the program we cannot accommodate the request. One family will submit the request for both campers. Please only submit the request for your camper and one friend.

Thank you!

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Walk Home Alone Process
Camper safety is important to the YMCA of Greater Toronto. Campers younger than 10 must be signed out at the Y Day Camp location or bus stop by an individual 16 years or older and listed as a main contact or authorized pick-up during the registration process. This person will be required to show government-issued ID.


Contacting Us After Hours

Day Camp staff work between the hours of 8 am–6 pm, Monday to Friday.
Following Ontario Bill 27 and in keeping with our values, the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees. A Right to Disconnect policy has been initiated, effective June 2, 2022. The policy is intended to support work/life balance and staff well-being by ensuring that employees have the right to disconnect from their work outside of their scheduled hours regardless of whether they are in a centre/office or working remotely.

If you have urgent concerns after hours, you can reach out to our Contact Centre until 8 pm by calling 1-877-303-2267 or emailing register@ymcagta.org.

Lost and Found

Although we try to keep campers' items in their backpacks, occasionally things are forgotten. Any items lost at camp are collected daily and kept in the camp office. If your camper loses an item, contact the Camp Director immediately and they will try to find it.
All lost items will only be stored onsite for one week, and then they will be donated to a local charity.
Unfortunately, the Y cannot take responsibility for lost items.
Please check your camper's possessions daily to ensure they arrive home with them.

Overnight Program Information

The overnight program starts at 4 pm at YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre on Thursday afternoon. While at Cedar Glen, campers will participate in leadership activities such as rock climbing, high and low ropes, swimming and a camp fire. Upon arrival campers will be provided with lunch, dinner in the dining hall and an evening snack. Campers sleep in the Cedar Glen Grove Cabins which accommodate eight per room, with a nearby washroom. On Friday, campers will be provided a hot breakfast and a lunch before departure.

Meals included
Thursday: Packed lunch, dinner and snacks
Friday: Hot breakfast, lunch and snacks

Please see our Overnight Accommodations for more information about what to expect when spending the night at Cedar Glen.

If your child has a dietary restriction please complete a Dietary Restrictions form at least one week prior to your start of camp.

Download our packing list.

Leadership Program
Counsellor in Training is a 3-week youth leadership program that focuses on developing the skills required to become a day camp Counsellor.

Youth complete the High Five Healthy Child Development and Standard First Aid & CPR C certifications, and learn resume writing and interview techniques in our employment readiness workshop by the end of the program. During the first week, youth will spend time enjoying camp activities, getting to know their group members, their trainer, and learning about the expectations of the program.

Week 2 includes a week-long overnight at YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre, where participants will have the opportunity to try rock climbing, high-rope and low-rope courses, and swim in Cedar Glen’s outdoor pool. Youth will spend this week focusing on how to deliver programs to camp age groups and how to create a program plan. Youth will be staying in the Grove Cabin accommodations which sleep eight. All meals are provided in the Cedar Glen dining hall.

Week 3 youth will be paired with a day camp Counsellor to demonstrate what they've learned and assist with delivering camp programs to younger campers. At the end of this week, youth receive a performance appraisal by their trainer and receive 25 volunteer hours. Bussing is available from bus stops throughout the city for $100 round-trip per week upon request.

Learn more about overnight accommodations at Cedar Glen.

If your child has a dietary restriction please complete a Dietary Restrictions form at least one week prior to your start of camp.

Download our packing list.

Terms and Conditions: 10% Off Summer Day Camp Offer 

The 10% off discount applies exclusively to participants enrolling in full fee summer day camp programs offered by the YMCA of Greater Toronto and valid from January 13 – March 31, 2025.  

The discount amount is 10% off the summer day camp program full fee rate, and is not applied to any additional services or program add-ons  - bussing, extended hours, towel service or lunch. Please note that this discount cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts provided by YMCA of Greater Toronto.  This discount is not applicable to any programming offered at YMCA Camp Pine Crest. 

This offer is subject to availability.  

It is non-transferable between participants and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other form of credit.  

Participants who receive the discount and subsequently withdrawal their enrollment are subject to the withdrawal policy outlined by YMCA of Greater Toronto.  

If any adjustments are made to a registration after March 31, 2025 the discount will be  revoked and the payee will be responsible for the full fee of the program cost. 

This includes switching to a different location, program, or week or accepting a waitlisted activity. 

The YMCA of Greater Toronto reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. By availing of this discount offer, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.  

For any inquiries regarding this offer, please contact our team at register@ymcagta.org