Where will campers stay?

Campers will stay in one of the University of Ottawa residences. They’ll have a private bedroom, but share a bathroom with a roommate who’ll be assigned when they arrive.
Discover uOttawa’s Henderson residence.

Will there be a laundry?

Yes. Campers will have access to washers once a week. No need to put aside money for this — washers are free.

What should campers pack?

You’ll soon receive a list of what to bring for the three weeks. 

What types of activities will be offered?

During the three weeks of camp, a wide rage of activities will be offered: sports, visits to tourist sites around Ottawa, cultural visits, group games organized by our counsellors, university workshops and more!

A detailed schedule of the three weeks of activities will be available for campers when they arrive.

What’s a typical day like?
 

There are no weekend courses. Campers will spend this time with counsellors for outdoor activities — and other surprises!

Will there be free time during the week?

We’ve planned some free time mainly in the evening after dinner, on campus only. This free time will be mostly supervised by our counsellors, who’ll always be nearby! For safety reasons, we won’t allow unsupervised trips off campus. 

Will campers always be supervised by counsellors?

Yes, campers will always be supervised by their instructor in the morning, and by our team of counsellors for the rest of the day. Counsellors will sleep in the same residence as the campers, so that they’re always available in an emergency.

There will also be a night monitoring service to ensure peoples’ safety when everyone is asleep.

Will someone welcome campers at the airport, train station or bus stop?

Yes! A shuttle service with accompanying staff will be there to welcome campers, whether at the train station, airport or bus stop. Our counsellors and volunteers will accompany your camper right to the residence, so no need to worry about booking a taxi! Our team will also be on campus, in the Henderson residence lobby, for those who arrive by car. 

Will someone accompany the campers to the airport, train station or bus stop the day they depart?

Yes, the same shuttle service and accompaniment as on arrival will be in place on departure day.

What time should campers be on campus for the start of the program?

We ask campers to arrive by 5 p.m. There will be an orientation session for them at that time, at which we’ll provide key information on how things will run during the three weeks. It’s important to not miss this session.

What time should campers leave when the camp is over?

We ask campers to leave by 1 p.m. due to residence organizational issues and to co-ordinate with the accompaniment service to the train station, airport or bus stop.

Should I give spending money?

The program provides all meals. Your camper shouldn’t have expenses other than souvenir purchases and other extras. It’s up to you to decide how much money to give them!