CTS Youth Society runs programs and camps in four amazing locations throughout the Lower Mainland: Tynehead (Surrey), Burnaby Lake (Burnaby), Pacific Spirit (Vancouver), and Capilano River (North Vancouver) Regional Parks. With special access to regional parks, each camp has its own charm, ecosystem and camper experience. From educational Weekday Excursion Camps to multi-day Overnight Adventure Camps under the stars, CTS Youth Society gives youth the opportunity to experience nature while staying close to home. Choose your favourite or try them all, you’re invited all summer long!
Did we mention CTS Youth Society camps and programs are completely FREE to all participants?
Register for our upcoming Spring Break Camp here!
Spring Break Camps
This years Spring Break camp will take place at Camp Coyote (Campbell Valley Regional Park in Langley). The camp will run overnight from 9am on March 17th to 5pm on March 18th. This camp will be focused on an introduction to cold-weather camping. We will be sleeping in tents and cooking outside. We will be joined by youth from Metro Vancouver’s Youth4Action program for an environmental restoration project. See more about Youth4Action here. With exciting overnight adventures and team-based challenges, our camps inspire growth, leadership, and a deeper love for nature, all in a fun, supportive setting.
Register for our upcoming Spring Break Camp here!
Mishkoopitum Camps
Mish-koop-i-tum (meaning “discover” in Michif) Camps are run by Lorelei and Gena from 2MetisWomen. This year we will be running a Mishkoopitum program at each of our four camp locations. Participants can enjoy all the usual great experiences of a CTS Overnight, with the added bonus of fun activities involving art, games, food and culture led by Métis leaders from our community. These camps are open to all teens under the age of 18.
Frequently Asked Questions
CTS Camps are completely free to all participants.
Thanks to our generous supporters and donors, CTS Youth Programs are completely FREE for all participants. We believe that every youth deserves the change to experience summer camp, regardless of their circumstances. We greatly appreciate donations from families, as running a free camp program is expensive!
However, there is a $25 administrative fee for late-cancellations (less than 36 hours notice).
Overnight and Day Camps are open to all youth ages 12-18.
The Peer Leader Program and Youth Council are designed for teenagers aged 15-18.
2 Camp Supervisors, 4 Peer Leaders, and up to 28 participants attend each CTS Youth Camp.
That all depends on what camp you register for! Check out our Programs page for specific answers.
Day Camps: Sun hat, water bottle, extra layers for weather and warmth, backpack, bug spray, sunscreen, and sturdy footwear (ideally waterproof), and a bagged lunch with snacks. We’ll take care of the rest.
Overnight Camps: Sun hat, flashlight, water bottle, a fresh change of clothes, extra layers for weather and warmth, backpack, bug spray, sunscreen, sturdy footwear (ideally waterproof), toothbrush, toothpaste, any other toiletries, medications, and a sleeping bag with sleeping pad.
*We provides tents, food, and other essential camping equipment. We can also loan sleeping bags and sleeping pads to those who do not have their own.
The overnight food menu is planned, prepped and cooked by our Peer Leaders under the supervision of Camp Supervisors. All camps are vegetarian due to environmental impacts and food safety. Because the food menu varies week to week, we encourage you to reach out to us with any questions or concerns you may have.