EcoStart Camp engages children and youth in fun hands-on environmental activities! The day camp provides campers with positive nature experiences and empowers them to make small changes toward a great impact on the environment and in our communities. The camp is hosted by Ecosource, an environmental non profit, at their education site in central Mississauga.

• Special needs: Not available
• LGBTQ+ friendly community

Ecosource is the leading environmental charity in Mississauga with over 45 years' experience engaging children in hands-on nature education. We are committed to supporting the next generation of environmental leaders through high quality programming that inspires youth action and innovation. Our camp is designed for kids and youth who care about the environment and want to make a difference in their local community while having lots of fun and developing leadership skills. Whatever their passion is, campers will find an opportunity to learn about the environmental issues that matter to them through immersive activities like gardening, cooking, environmental art, and more.

We open registration in early 2025. Discounts are offered to sign up for multiple weeks or if siblings are attending together. Space is limited so we advise parents to secure their spot early to not be disappointed. Registration is available online via www.ecosource.ca/camp or over the phone. Payment in full is required at time of registration and is non-refundable after May 1 of every year.

Our staff are passionate about the environment and committed to providing an empowering educational environment for children and youth. We offer programs in schools across Peel and engage over 20,000 students annually through our programs. We use this experience to deliver the highest quality experience for our campers. The dedication and professionalism of our staff is one of the key elements of our service model and identified by parents as one of the highlights of the camp experience. All our counsellors receive comprehensive training in environmental education, health and safety, and diversity and inclusion.