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Cost
$700 to $3,310/session -
Main language
English -
Ages (Gender)
6 to 15 (Coed) -
Capacity
20 to 150
Discover the magic of YMCA Camps Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, and Waabanaki, where adventure and friendships come together. Located in Fergus, Waterloo, and Muskoka, campers enjoy high ropes, canoeing, and campfires while building confidence, resilience, and independence. Guided by passionate staff, every moment inspires growth, inclusivity, and unforgettable memories. Adventure awaits!
- Special needs: Yes, mild support. A few of our campers have special needs.
- LGBTQ+ friendly community
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Programs and Sessions Calendar
YMCA Camps Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, and Waabanaki are known for over 100 years of quality programming, creating lifelong memories and friendships. We’re proud to be the only organization operating three distinct camps in iconic Ontario landmarks: Fergus, Waterloo, and Muskoka. Our JAIDE principles—Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity—are embedded into everything we do, fostering a supportive and inclusive community. Campers grow through skill-building and challenge-by-choice activities like high ropes, canoeing, and biking, supported by passionate staff. The convenience of amenities like towel service ensures a smooth experience, letting campers focus on fun and connection. Join us for a summer of growth, adventure, and lasting friend
YMCA of Three Rivers Camps: Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, Waabanaki currently has 4 programs available.
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Registration Details
We strive to make registration as seamless as possible. However, given the high volume of registrations, we encourage you to prepare early.
1. Log in early to verify your account details: https://ytr.campbrainregistration.com/
2. Update your email and reset your password if needed.
3. Deposits are nonrefundable. Changes or cancellations must be made by May 15 to qualify for a refund less the deposit.
4. If you need Fee Assistance, please prepare your applications and determine eligibility early as resources are limited: https://www.ymcathreerivers.ca/camp-registration#feeassistance
Contact your YMCA Camping Team if you need any assistance:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📱 Follow us: https://linktr.ee/ytrcamps
📞 Call: 519-699-5100
Financial Aid & Payment Details
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes Scholarships & awards:
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Fee Assist
Type: Need basedAmount: 65% Deadline: annually
Details: For qualifying campers and who live in Waterloo Region, Stratford-Perth, or Guelph and Wellington County and all the YMCA of Three Rivers Camp locations.
Application Details: Visit http://www.feeassist.ca/
Click "Start your Fee Assist application"
Create an Account or Login to your account
Submit your name, address, and email address, and follow the link sent to you
Submit your family household information and upload your income documentation
Within 2-3 days of completing your registration, you will receive a QUICK INFO CARD via email with a COLOUR CODE and PIN NUMBER
While you are waiting for subsidy confirmation, set up a household account in the camp registration portal at ytr.campbrainregistration.com
Register for your camp sessions
Once you get to the PAYMENT Step - STOP and call our office at 519-699-5100
Once you receive your "quick info card" please call our office at 519-699-5100 or email us at [email protected] and we will finalize your camp registration, apply your subsidized amount, and set up a flexible payment plan for the remaining fees.
We will apply discount associated with your colour code, for a maximum of two sessions
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OUR KIDS review of YMCA of Three Rivers Camps: Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, Waabanaki
You really can’t go wrong with a YMCA camp, and there are a few very good reasons for that. The Y has been fully invested in camp programs since Taylor Statten first developed them for the Y in 1902. In the years since, the programs have grown and diversified, literally providing the models that the vast majority of camps looked to when they created their programs. The culture of camps has grown as well, and the organization now has an embarrassment of riches, from top-level administration to program staffing. Everybody involved is here because they want to be here, and have demonstrated a passion and ability to work with kids through the core tenets: mind, body, spirit. Because of the extent and breadth of the operations, the standards are set extremely high. It can be frustrating, at times, to fill out all the online registration forms, but, nevertheless, they are testament to how everything is run: professionally, with care, experience, and expertise. Between the three camps run out of the Kitchener-Waterloo YMCA, there is a diversity of options, allowing campers to grow from their first overnight experiences close to home, to intensive tripping in Killarney or sea kayaking on Georgian Bay. As such, the KW YMCA is a one-stop shop of the full range of quality camp offerings, and quality, established programs and locations.
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Meet the Staff
Director's Message
Hello Campers and Camper Families!
We couldn't be more excited to welcome you back to camp! Between the four of us we have well over 30 years of camp leadership experience combined. We are honoured for the opportunity to host your campers at our Y Camps this summer.
Yours in Camping,
Katie Jowett- Director, YMCA Camp Ki-Wa-Y
Melanie McArdle- Director, YMCA of Three Rivers Day Camps
Jaydon Attridge- Director, YMCA Camp WaabanakiStaff and Counsellors
YMCA Camps Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, and Waabanaki are proud to be Ontario Camps Association (OCA) Accredited, ensuring the highest standards in safety, programming, and care. Our dedicated staff bring passion and professionalism, supported by certifications like Standard First Aid and National Lifeguard and thorough training rooted in our Quality 8 expectations. These principles promise campers a fun, safe environment to build friendships, and belong. With a 8:2 camper-to-staff ratio, our team creates inclusive, memorable experiences. Many staff are former campers, fostering continuity and deep connections. Campers cherish their mentors, the skills they learn, and the joy of returning to welcoming spaces, nourishing meals, and nature's beauty.
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Location & Operations
Address
Waterloo, ON3738 Hessen Strasse, Saint Clements, Ontario, N0B 2M0Fergus, ONR.R. # 3, Fergus, Ontario, N1M 2W4Huntsville, ON214 Bethune Road North, Huntsville, Ontario, P1H 2J2Waterloo, ON3738 Hessen Strasse, Waterloo, Ontario, N0B2M0Busing
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Camp Belwood (Bus fee: Free)
Location Address Pick up Drop off RIM Park 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON, Canada 8:00 am 4:30 pm -
Camp Waabanaki (Bus fee: $75= HST Per direction)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Moses Springer Park 150 Lincoln Road, Waterloo, ON, Canada 7:45 am 1:45 pm Canadian Tire Guelph 10 Woodlawn Rd E, Guelph, ON, Canada 8:20 am 1:10 pm MTO Carpool Lot Hwy 9 & 400 Carpool Lot, Kettleby, ON L7B 0C7, Canada 9:40 am 11:45 am
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Archery Range
- Basketball Court
- Climbing Wall
- Rope Course
- Swimming Pool
Landscape
- Forested Area
- Lake/Pond/River
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: Belwood has an outdoor swimming pool.
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Cabins
Amenities
- Electricity in Sleeping Area
Washrooms Facilities
- Composting Toilets
- Flush Toilets
- Showers (indoor)
More details about accommodations: Ki-Wa-Y has some cabins which do have washrooms inside.
Are meals provided? Yes.
Is YMCA of Three Rivers Camps: Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, Waabanaki technology free? Yes. We limit technology use at our camps, and campers are not permitted to bring cell phones or other devices.
Rentals & Services
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Our fully winterized site, just outside of Kitchener-Waterloo, can accommodate up to 150. We offer many recreational opportunities in all seasons, in addition to team building and communication programs for school groups, and corporate groups and other special interest groups. ckwycamps.ca
Available for private rentals: Yes
We are available to host meetings and other eventsAssociations
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Camp Belwood (Bus fee: Free)
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