How do we register?

• The Summer Clubs Registration form is found on the Registration page. Under the Summer page on the top right, select Registration. Payments will be made by e-transfer to yfceasterncounties@gmail.com  
• Spaces are very limited and will be filled on a first-come/first-serve basis and a waitlist is available for each week. We recommend putting your child’s name on the waitlist as spaces may become available.
• If online registration is a challenge for you, please contact us by phone for support  613-525-2531.

 

How many weeks can we register?

You may register for minimum 1 week or up to 5 weeks. Full weeks only (there is no daily rate).

 

What methods of payment do you accept?

Payments will be accepted by e-transfer to yfceasterncounties@gmail.com with your email registration submission.

Option 1: Pay in full and a receipt will be emailed to you.

Option 2: Pay a deposit of $50 per week upon registration. With this option, you must pay the balance at least one week prior to beginning of that camp.

 

What is your refund policy?

Registration for our summer clubs may be cancelled by e-mailing yfceasterncounties@gmail.com for a refund up to 14 days prior to the beginning of the club minus the $50 non-refundable deposit per child per week registered. Refunds will not be issued with less than 14 days’ notice.

 

Summer Clubs – COVID-19 Refund Policy

With the possibility of our summer clubs being suspended or cancelled during the COVID-19 pandemic, the following refund guidelines apply:

• Attendees will receive a full refund for any camp week that is not provided due to provincial or public health prohibitions.
• Attendees will receive a partial refund for any camp day(s) that is not provided due to provincial or public health prohibitions. The partial refund will be provided for days not yet attended.

 

For a refund, due to public health, we require a written request sent to: yfceasterncounties@gmail.com

 

All refunds (less nonrefundable deposit) will be distributed in the form of an e-transfer therefore you will need to provide the appropriate e-mail address in your cancellation request.

Refunds will be distributed as soon as possible after the camp cancellation.

 

Do you offer any discounts for siblings or early registration?

With limited spaces available, no discounts will be offered at this time.

 

Daily Club Details

What types of activities will my child(ren) be doing when they are at Summer Clubs?

Programming will look a little different this summer. Each week includes a fun interactive theme. Our staff are hard at work planning activities that promote physical distancing, while maintaining the fun. This year, there will be no field trips or any out trips that require transportation.

 

What should my child bring to camp each day?

A mask, plenty of healthy snacks, running shoes, re-fillable water bottle, hat, sunscreen, towel, and swimsuit. Children will be required to apply their own sunscreen before going outdoors

 

What should my child NOT bring to camp each day?

We do not allow members to bring electronic devices, cell phones, toys or extra items. We are not responsible for stolen toys, money or other items brought to camp.

 

What will drop off procedures be?

• Daily Health Screening will be conducted in accordance with Public Health directives. All parents/guardians will be required to complete a thorough screening for their child(ren) each morning at drop off. Please be prepared as this will take extra time each morning. Parents/guardians are asked to print and complete screening questionnaire each day prior to arriving at camp to speed up drop off routine. Upon arriving at camp, the completed screening form can be given to the screening team, and they will check your child’s temperature.
• We will be screening all individuals before entrance into facilities/areas where programs are running. This includes staff, children, and essential visitors.
• At drop off, health screening will occur outside the premises. Entrance to the program is ONLY allowed upon passing health screening.
• Parents/Guardians are not allowed to enter the program area/premises, except under exceptional circumstances.
• No visitors or any non-essential individuals are allowed into our program space.

 

What time can I drop off my child?

Drop off for all camps must be done between the hours of 8:15am-9:00am. After this point, staff will not be available to screen and sign in children. The entrances/doors will remain locked at all times. No extended care is available. Camp drop off is no earlier than 8:15am. Pick up is no later than 12:00 pm.

 

What will pick up procedures look like?

Parents and Guardians cannot enter the program space, as such, our staff will escort your child to the designated entrance to meet you.

 

What other safety precautions have you taken/put in place?

We have put the following procedures and precautions in place to ensure the safety of all children and staff:

• Children and staff are constantly monitored throughout the day for signs of ill health
• If children display signs of ill health during the day, appropriate isolation and disinfecting protocols will immediately take place.
• All staff and children will be required to wear specified PPE as per Ministry guidelines
• Staff are trained in all health and safety protocols, including awareness of typical and atypical signs of COVID-19.
• Staff provide orientation to children on proper hand washing and personal hygiene safe practices.
• Cleaning and disinfecting routines will take place multiple times a day in all building common areas, surfaces, and play equipment. This will include all high touch points (door knobs, light switches, counter/table tops, chairs etc).
• Physical distancing requirements (at least 2 meters/6 feet) are practiced in the use and movement between common work areas.

 

Medication and Allergies

My child has allergies, is there anything different he/she may need to do?

Please make us aware of your child’s allergy by noting in the designated area on our online registration form. If your child has an anaphylactic allergy, please also complete the Anaphylaxis Allergy Form.

 

Please note that we are a peanut and nut free facility.

 

If you have any questions or if you require assistance with on-line registration please contact our main office at “The Kin” 43 Kincardine St. E., Alexandria 613-525-2531 or our office administrator kaisa.este@gmail.com

 

What types of programs/activities will my child(ren) do when they are at camp?

 

Programming will look a little different this summer. Each week includes a fun interactive theme. Our staff are hard at work planning activities and programs that promote physical distancing, while maintaining the fun. This year, there will be no field trips or any out trips that require transportation