Camps are for everyone! The Y offers a variety of programs at more than 50 locations across the GTA to ensure we meet campers' needs and interests. Programs range from creative arts and cooking, to filmmaking, science programs, swimming lessons, outdoor adventure, and more.

Volunteer recruitment for Summer Day Camp will begin in April 2026. For a list of our locations, visit our Day Camp page. 

In addition to our local camp programs, we have two Outdoor Education Centres that run year-round:

  • YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre: 13300 11th Concession, Schomberg, Ontario
  • YMCA Camp Pine Crest: 1090 Gullwing Lake Road, Torrance, Ontario

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YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Education Centre

Since 2001, we've helped groups, families, and nature lovers just like you create unforgettable outdoor experiences. Just 45 minutes from Toronto, our 263-acre playground has a little something for everyone. We operate year-round and our wide variety of programs include:

  • Outdoor Education, Leadership & Teambuilding Activities, SHSM Workshops
  • Retreats & Conferences
  • Sustainable Farming & Harvest Share Memberships
  • Family Camps
  • Summer Day Camps

Volunteer roles include:

  • Outdoor Education
  • Kitchen Assistant
  • Maintenance Assistant
  • Assistant Gardener

Time Commitment:

  • Minimum of one month for three hours a week

Qualifications:

  • Minimum age 16 years old or turning 16 in the current calendar year.
  • Volunteers age 18 and above will need to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening from their local police service before their first day of volunteering and every three years on the anniversary of their first day of volunteering.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work with others in a team setting.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Responsible, reliable and committed to the role.
  • First Aid an asset.
  • Food Handling Certificate an asset (for Kitchen Assistant).
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Mission Statement

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.