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Ajax summer camps, pickup, inclusion and transport rules
Ajax, Ontario, Canada
Ajax summer camps, pickup, inclusion and transport rules. Ajax’s 2026 summer camp season has ended and the page now says registration opens in March 2027.
Key information
Ajax’s 2026 summer camp season has ended and the page now says registration opens in March 2027. The retained 2026 guide covers ages 4-17, activity types, pickup rules, before/after care and transport. Use it to understand the process, while waiting for confirmed 2027 locations, prices and dates.
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Key facts and next steps
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are the summer camp dates on the page still upcoming? | No. The weekly June 29-September 4, 2026 dates describe the completed season. The top of the current page says the next registration opens in March 2027. Do not submit a plan based on the retained old payment or bus dates. |
| How long is a normal camp day? | Unless otherwise stated, camps run 9 am-4 pm. The guide's before-care hours are 7:30-9 am and after-care 4-5:30 pm, with after-care pickup starting at 4:30 pm to allow buses to arrive. Those are retained program rules, not confirmed next-season session times. |
| What should a camper bring? | The town asks for labelled play clothing, closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, refillable water bottle, lunch and two snacks. Lunches and snacks must be nut-free. Keep personal electronics, toys, money and sharp objects at home unless staff specifically request an item. |
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Plan and register for the next season
Are the summer camp dates on the page still upcoming?
No. The weekly June 29-September 4, 2026 dates describe the completed season. The top of the current page says the next registration opens in March 2027. Do not submit a plan based on the retained old payment or bus dates.
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What ages and camp types are described?
The town's overall program covers ages 4-17, with narrower age bands for each camp. Categories include arts, performing arts, nature, science/technology, sports, trips, girls' sports and counsellor training. The category table below lists all nine published groups.
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How do camp age requirements work?
Children in 4-7 camps must be at least four at the start of the camp week, with no under-four exception. Some 5+ camps use age reached in the calendar year, but numerous named camps require minimum age by the start date. Ask the camp team about the actual listing before registration.
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Care, busing and daily preparation
How long is a normal camp day?
Unless otherwise stated, camps run 9 am-4 pm. The guide's before-care hours are 7:30-9 am and after-care 4-5:30 pm, with after-care pickup starting at 4:30 pm to allow buses to arrive. Those are retained program rules, not confirmed next-season session times.
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Can I buy before/after care without a camp place?
No. Register for the camp first, then the matching care barcode for that week. The service is an extension of camp and cannot be registered alone. Select the correct week and linked camp rather than a similarly named unrelated session.
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Can I combine camp busing with before/after care?
The guide says not to register for both. Care includes transportation where needed, provided children arrive before the departure cutoff. The standalone bus hub is McLean Community Centre, with north and south destination lists. Future-season routes and charges have not yet been verified.
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Pickup, swimming and changes
What should a camper bring?
The town asks for labelled play clothing, closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, refillable water bottle, lunch and two snacks. Lunches and snacks must be nut-free. Keep personal electronics, toys, money and sharp objects at home unless staff specifically request an item.
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Who is allowed to collect a child?
Only people listed as authorized may collect them. Children aged ten or older may leave themselves only with parent/guardian permission on the form or signed note. Younger children need the stated older-sibling same-home arrangement or a caregiver aged at least 14. Sign children in and out with staff.
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What happens on a camp swimming day?
The guide says camps do not swim on the first day of the week and describes a first-visit swim assessment. Children six and under wear lifejackets in the shallow end with a counsellor. Ages seven and over need parental consent to take the deep-end test; supervision depends on age and result.
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How do withdrawals, absences and support requests work?
Submit the withdrawal form before camp starts; the listed administration fee is $12 plus HST per camper per camp, with no refund after the session begins. Report absences to camps@ajax.ca or the seasonal hotline 365-282-6174. Arrange inclusion support through the separate one-to-one registration process before relying on staffing.
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All published camp category groups
| Category | Published examples |
|---|---|
| Single-day | Summer Camp Days |
| Arts and performing arts | Creative Kids, dance, circus, musical theatre, youth art |
| Counsellor training | Levels 1 and 2, ages 14-16 |
| Kindercamp | Ages 4-5 |
| Girls-only | Elevate GirlSport |
| Nature/outdoors | Mtigwaki, Taparac, Lake to Land, Saplings, adventures |
| Outtrips | Day Trippers, Tiny Trekkers, Youth on the Move |
| Science/technology | Film Camp in a Box, Kids Great Minds, Mad Science |
| Sports | Dodgeball, netball, skateboarding, Sportball, sport experience |
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All listed camp registration drop-off counters
Ajax Community Centre camp registration
75 Centennial Road, Ajax, Ontario
One of the three listed recreation-centre drop-off points for camp registration forms. Next-season registration dates and offerings must be confirmed before submitting.
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Audley Recreation Centre camp registration
1955 Audley Road North, Ajax, Ontario
One of the three listed recreation-centre drop-off points for camp registration forms. Next-season registration dates and offerings must be confirmed before submitting.
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McLean Community Centre camp registration
95 Magill Drive, Ajax, Ontario
One of the three listed recreation-centre drop-off points for camp registration forms. Next-season registration dates and offerings must be confirmed before submitting.
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Apply, book or get help
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