Frequently Asked Questions
Our programs are age-specific and tailored to the needs of our learners. Each program theme offers unique activities designed to be engaging and appropriately challenging for each age group, progressively increasing in complexity as children grow older. Have a gifted child? Don't worry, you've come to the right place. Our talented instructors will find additional challenges for those who want to push themselves further.
When you register your child for one of our programs, our registration system will automatically display the available sessions based on your child's age group. The system accurately calculates your child's age as of December 31st and places them in the appropriate level. Campers learn best with their peers, which is why our group levels are age-based, ensuring they are in a session that is both challenging and engaging.
Please note that the minimum age for Medics Camp is 5 and they must have completed junior kindergarten. We understand that there may be some children who will be 4 at the time of camp and won't be turning 5 until the end of the calendar year. While they are eligible to attend, please consider your individual child, their maturity level and attention span. We want their first experience with Medics Camp to be amazing but we know that children develop at different rates and not all are ready for a week long medical STEM camp no matter how amazing it is. If they would rather be running around outside all day maybe wait a year before registering them. As a parent myself, I can tell you from experience, kids can change a lot in a year.
There is no fee for using the installment plan option. After adding your camp sessions to your cart and applying any promo codes the system will automatically apply the sibling discount if you have more than one child and then provide you two payment options. You can choose to pay in full now or you can choose the installment option which does require an initial deposit. After the deposit is deducted from your total amount due, the registration system will automatically display your remaining balance in equal monthly payments which will be charged to your credit card on the 15th of each month with the final remaining balance due on May 15th. May 15th will always be the last installment date for any registrations in so depending on when you initially register will determine how many installments you'll be allowed.
For example if you register Dr. Emma for Discover theme Level 2 in Toronto on February 10th, your payments after initial deposit would be spread out over 5 months: Feb 15, March 15th, April 15th, May15th. If you registered later on April 16th for example, then your payments are only able to be spread out over 2 months because your first and last installment payment after initial deposit would be on May 15th.
Please note that our standard camp cancellation policy remains the same regardless of which payment option you choose.
Each program theme and age group is designed to be self-contained, allowing campers to attend any program theme for which they are age-eligible in any order. Each age group level increases in complexity, ensuring that as campers grow older and return for a program theme, it will be a completely different and enriching experience.
Ages 5-6: 1 staff member for every 8 campers
Ages 7-8: 1 staff member for every 8 campers
Ages 9-12 1 staff member for every 10 campers
Medics Camp meets or exceeds the Ontario Camp Association (OCA), recommended camper-to-counselor ratios for day camps to ensure that children receive the attention and supervision they need to stay safe and engaged.
Yes. Each day of each program theme for each age group features different medical-related topics and hands-on activities. Our programs are designed to offer a unique experience at each age level, allowing kids to return for multiple years with new and exciting challenges.
For example, a child who begins their journey with Medics Camp at age 6 (our Level 1 group) can attend our onsite summer camp program themes DISCOVER and EXPLORE. The following summer, when they turn 7 and move up to Level 2, they can once again participate in DISCOVER and EXPLORE and also delve into FORENSIC MED for a completely different learning experience. As they advance to Level 3, they will encounter new experiences tailored to their growing interests and abilities.
Teens aged 13-17 are eligible to attend FALCON, our one-of-a-kind first aid and leadership program. Here, they have the opportunity to earn Red Cross certification in standard first aid and CPR, preparing them for future leadership roles.
If your teen is interested in learning first aid, enjoys medical science, and wants to enhance their leadership skills, they will love the FALCON program. It covers all the topics found in a traditional standard first aid and CPR course.
Using role play, scenarios, and team competitions, the leadership component develops essential skills every good leader should have. The FALCON program builds confidence and self-esteem, improves communication and problem-solving skills, and introduces teens to various careers, preparing them for medical emergencies and everyday challenges. This helps them become better leaders at home, school, and in their communities.
With a maximum of 18 participants per session week, we work closely with teens to help them perfect their first aid skills and build confidence. Last year, 98% of our FALCONS who pursued Red Cross certification were successful. While not all may pass due to focus, maturity, or physical requirements like achieving the 5 cm compression depth for adult CPR, we provide ample practice opportunities. By the end of the week, teens will feel confident in their abilities, whether or not they pursue certification. Even if they don't get certified, they will have learned valuable first aid skills to help others.
Please send your camper with:
- A NUT FREE Lunch and 2 Snacks
- Water Bottle – labelled with your child's name (refills are available at the water fountain)
- A Beach Towel for sitting on the grass during lunch and snack breaks (weather permitting)
- Sunscreen-labelled with your child's name
- Hat and Sunglasses
- Epi Pen or Inhaler or other meds (if required)
**Optional-Money for pizza lunch on Friday if you’d like your child to participate the cost is $3.50 per slice and they can choose either Pepperoni or Cheese. Orders and cash payment will be taken in-person during your child's camp week. A team member will ask you during the sign-in or sign-out process on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday if your child(ren) will be participating.
Please note, that we do not take pizza orders on Mondays. The first day of camp can be hectic and we know many parents are trying to get to work in the morning so we don't want to delay the sign-in process.
Yes, all of our locations have AC.
We offer 4 different age based onsite in-person summer camp program themes: Discover, Explore, Forensic Med and FALCON. Locations for our 2025 summer camps will be Richmond Hill, Markham, and Toronto Ontario Canada. You can also find us in Newmarket and Vaughan certain weeks and age groups are available through their local recreation department. Registration for Newmarket and Vaughan is done directly through them and please note that prices, hours, terms and conditions may be different from our other locations.
Medics Camp is exploring other locations in both Canada and the USA for 2026.
If you're a recreation department interested in partnering with us, or a medical science enthusiast looking for franchise opportunities with Medics Camp, please contact Amanda. at info@medicscamp.com
Cancellations made BEFORE April 15th will be refunded at 100%
Cancellations made AFTER April 15, 2025 but BEFORE May 1, will be refunded at 50%
No refunds are provided AFTER May 15, 2025 for ANY reason
Transfers: If your schedule changes after registering, you may request a transfer to one of our other camp weeks provided that we have a space available for them in the same age group.
All cancellations must be made in writing to info@medicscamp.com
Yes. We offer an Early Bird Discount for a limited time. There is no promo code required.
We also offer a Sibling Discount. The registration system will automatically calculate the discount in your cart when you register 2 or more children for the same camp week.
We are not currently offering our virtual programs.
Medics Camp will always encourage and support the wearing of a mask indoors. Doctors wear masks to prevent the spread of germs and at Medics Camp, kids are doctors for a week so they should feel very comfortable in their decision to wear a mask. Camp room instructors will make every effort to create a seating arrangement that further supports those who choose to wear a mask indoors.
We will always meet or exceed public health guidelines related to return to work, school or camp.
We recognize the ethical and financial dilemma parents may face when they consider whether to send a sick child to camp. While we do not provide refunds for missed camp days for any reason, we want to support families doing the right thing by keeping sick kids home and preventing others from getting sick. If your child misses 3 or more days of camp and you provide us with a doctor's note for this absence we will allow a one time transfer to another camp week if there is still a space available for their age group. If there are no spaces available for a transfer, you will be offered a credit on exception for 50% off next summer's camp. There is no cash value and the credit is only valid for one year.
Campers who are visibly ill will be sent home.
Not at this time, but it's on the list of future program offerings.
Yes. We are looking for like minded entrepreneurs, educators and community partners who recognize the importance of STEM and share Medics Camp's vision for introducing children to medical science, health and the human body in fun and creative ways.
If you want to make a difference in the life of a child, your community and the medical field please contact us at info@medicscamp.com and tell us your story and why you think Medics Camp would be a good fit.
Medics Camp encourages and supports learning with friends as an important part of the camp experience. When your child arrives on the first day, they can let their camp room instructor know who they would like to sit with, and we will make every effort to place friends together in groups of typically 4-6 kids.
Medics Camp programs are age-based, and while we encourage kids to register with friends, we can only accommodate friend requests if children are registered for the same age group (L1, L2, or L3). Please check your registration confirmation to ensure that your child and their friend are registered for the same age group, location, and week. If the information on your registration confirmations is different, there is likely a mismatch with the age group/level.
Our registration system calculates age based on the child's age as of a certain date, and some programs may have different birthday month cut-offs. If your friend's birthday is close to the cut-off date, you can send us an email at info@medicscamp.com, and we will review your request. Camp groups typically reach full capacity by the time your child's session starts, so moving a child to a different age group to be with a friend whose birthday is later in the year is impossible if no seats are available. Exceptions to move to a different age group must be requested prior to the start of camp (and are not always granted) and will never be permitted once camp begins.
There are no refunds if your child is unhappy with the camp group they are registered for. (See our refund policy for more details.)
Unfortunately, our normal staffing ratios cannot accommodate campers who require a dedicated counselor. However, if your child has special needs and you believe they would benefit from our STEM program with some minor accommodations, we encourage you to send us an email request before registering. This way, we can ensure that our camp is a good fit for your child's needs.
Medics Camp 25 locations will be in Toronto, Richmond Hill and Marham and registration is done through our website.
Medics Camp will be hosted by the city of Vaughan and the town of Newmarket as part of their summer recreation programs but only for ages 9-12 (level 3 age group) Pricing, camp policies and registration for these partner programs are done directly through the municipality. Visit their website for details and to register.
No, but many of our staff are. We hire a diverse group of teens and young adults and many speak a second language. French, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Farsi are the most common.
While our programming is currently only delivered in English, if your child has some understanding of the language it might still be a good fit since 85% of our learning blocks are hands-on activities.
Our staffing changes from season to season, so please send us an email at info@medicscamp.com to let us know what language your child speaks and their current level of English and we'll see if we can accommodate.
