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Vancouver community centre summer day camps

Recreation day camps at Vancouver community centres. Since 2026, summer camps open on one city-wide registration day in April.

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Grades
K–Grade 7
Format
In person at community centres, schools and park field houses.
Cost
Varies by community centre and camp. Low-income Vancouver residents with the Leisure Access Program get 50% off one week of day camp.
Official site
vancouver.ca

Key dates

  • Not confirmed yetSummer day camp registration (online and in person)Usually April (2026: Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m.)
  • Not confirmed yetSummer day camp registration (phone)Usually April (2026: Thursday, April 9 at 10 a.m.)

What it is

Vancouver community centres run supervised, group-based day camps for school-aged children during spring break, summer, winter break and Pro-D days.

These are recreation camps with games, activities and outings, not academic programs. Each community centre sets its own camps and ages.

Starting in 2026, all community centres use one city-wide registration date for summer day camps.

A good fit if: Families who need summer care with a mix of play, outdoor time and activities close to home.

How to register

  1. Browse camps in your community centre's guide, then register online, in person or by phone.
  2. For summer 2026, online and in-person registration opened Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m., and phone registration Thursday, April 9 at 10 a.m.
  3. If you qualify, apply for the Leisure Access Program before registration day.

How to prepare

  • Create or check your online recreation account before registration day.
  • Have a few camps and weeks picked out, since popular camps fill quickly.

For grade-by-grade options see Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7.

Common questions

When does Vancouver summer day camp registration open?

The 2027 date isn't published yet. In 2026 it was one city-wide date: April 8 at 7 p.m. online and in person, and April 9 at 10 a.m. by phone.

Is there a discount for Vancouver day camps?

Yes. The Leisure Access Program gives low-income Vancouver residents 50% off one week of day camp.

Sources

Last checked October 2, 2026. Dates can change, so always confirm with the organizer.