YMCA John Island Camp is a historic Overnight Camp (est. 1954) situated on an island in the North Chanel of the Lake Huron (south of Spanish, Ontario).Offering traditional camp programs, leadership development, and wilderness tripping programs varying in length from 5 days to 46 days for ages 6 through 16. Campers come from across the country to take part in camp programs like canoeing, kayaking, outtrips, climbing wall, high ropes, sailing, swimming in a unique setting.

• Special needs: Not available
• LGBTQ+ friendly community

YMCA John Island Camp is the overnight summer camp and outdoor education centre of the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario. We are located near the town of Spanish, Ontario Canada. YMCA John Island Camp is proud of our reputation for providing high quality camp experiences in a fun, caring, and safe environment- all while being in a unique, inspiring setting in the North Channel of Lake Huron! We serve children, young adults and adults through traditional camp programs, leadership development, family camp, wilderness travel programs, and adult weekend programs. YMCA Camp is one of the best places for your child to be – whether it’s PD Day Camp, Holiday Camp, or Summer Camp, your child will have a great experience and learn new skills.

Applications are on a first come basis and registration can be done online in our online portal through our website for both YMCA John Island Camp and YMCA Summer Day Camps. Each year we host an open house and invite all new and returning campers, along with their families, to come and meet the staff and see the site! For questions on the registration process, financial assistance or program registration start dates, you can visit our website https://www.ymcaneo.ca/john-island-camp/

We believe that the Y is a place to belong, achieve potential and strengthen community, and our camp counsellors are chosen based on the same beliefs. Each staff member has a love for camp and working with kids, along with their first aid and CPR certificates and other necessary training they need for the camp programming. Our diverse camp leaders will make sure your children get the most out of each week of camp!