Summer Day Camp Information Package - Ontario Science Centre

Summer Day CampInformation PackageWhere is Camp located?Camp takes place in the Ontario Science Centre and theadjacent parklands. Each group of campers is given aspace (lab, classroom or workshop) that serves as ahome base for the week.How will my camper spend his/ herCamp day?Time is spent exploring exhibit halls, doing hands-onactivities and playing outdoors during the lunch break(weather permitting). Your camper will see a differentIMAX ® Film each week: For Space Craze theme weeks,campers will see “Born to Be Wild”; and on Spying onScience theme weeks, campers will see “Flight of theButterflies”.What are the Camp’s drop-off andpick-up times?Regular drop-off time is between 8:45 am and 9:00 am.Regular pick-up time is between 4:00 pm and 4:15 pm.On Monday, please arrive by 8:45 am or earlier if youhave questions about your camper, placement, lunch oryou need to talk to our First Aid provider. Pleaseremember to bring the group name label that youwill receive in a separate mailing.Extended Care:In order to make use of Morning and/ or AfternoonExtended Care, you must pre-register and pre-pay.The $60 fee is non-refundable.• Morning Extended Care begins at 7:30 am.(Campers cannot be signed-in before this time.)• Afternoon Extended Care begins at 4:15 pm andends at 6:00 pm.A surcharge may apply if a camper is picked up after6:00 pm (at the manager’s discretion).What are the Camp’s sign-in andsign-out procedures?You must sign-in your child(ren) in the morning and signthem out again in the afternoon with their counsellor.Photo ID must be presented each day before yourcamper can be released from our care.Please note that the name on the ID must match thename provided in the section “Person(s) Authorized toPick Up” on your camper’s registration.Where should I park?You must park in the South Parking Lot and enter theCentre through the IBM School and Tour GroupEntrance before 9:00 am. In the event the SouthParking Lot is full and/ or after 9:00 am, you will bedirected to the North Parking Lot and into the Centre byOntario Science Centre staff.Parking for camper drop-off is free of charge before9:00 am and for pick-up after 3:30 pm.Can my camper be dropped off lateand/ or picked up early?If your camper is going to arrive after 9:00 am or leavebefore 4:00 pm, please contact the Camp Officeat 416-696-3256 orRecreationalPrograms@OntarioScienceCentre.ca.Early pick-ups and late drop-offs take place at the CampOffice located at the North end of the Lobby.We kindly request that late arrivals and early pickupsnot take place between 11:30 am and 1:30 pm,and/ or between 3:30 and 4:00 pm, due to busy lunchtime activities and end of day preparations. Weappreciate your cooperation.What should I do if my camper isgoing to be absent?If your camper cannot attend, please contact the CampOffice at 416-696-3256 orRecreationalPrograms@OntarioScienceCentre.cabefore 8:45 am to report his/ her absence.What about holidays?Camp will run on the holidays, Monday July 1, 2013 andMonday, August 5, 2013. Please contact the CampOffice to let us know if your camper will not be attendingon either of those days. Messages left on weekends willbe picked up on Monday mornings at 7:30 am.Page 1 6/18/2013

Summer Day CampInformation PackageWhat are the cancellation and refundpolicies?No refunds will be given for cancellations afterFriday, June 14, 2013.Cancellations prior to Friday, June 14, 2013, and allmodifications, are subject to a $60 fee.No refunds will be given for Camp days that a camper isabsent and missed days cannot be made up. A refunddue to medical reasons may be considered if a writtenrequest is received within the Camp week and isaccompanied by a doctor’s note.Please note that the Ontario Science Centre reservesthe right to terminate the registration of any camper if, inthe opinion of the manager, it is in the best interest of thecamper and/ or Camp. If the Ontario Science Centreterminates a camper’s registration, a refund will beconsidered.How do I change my contactinformation?To make changes to your contact information, beforeand during Camp, please contact our Camp Office withyour confirmation number at: 416-696-3256. OfficeHours 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday (24 hourvoice mail) or email us atRecreationalPrograms@OntarioScienceCentre.caWhat should my camper wear toCamp?Campers must be dressed comfortably andappropriately, based on the weather. They must alsowear their Camp T-shirt, every day while at Camp. CampT-shirts are handed out on Monday morning each week.For health and safety reasons, open-toe shoes, rollershoes and Crocs are not recommended at Camp.Every Friday throughout the summer, campers,volunteers and staff will be invited to dress-up accordingto a special theme for our “Camp Spirit Fridays”. Moreinformation about specific themes will be provided duringeach week of Camp.Are any special materials needed atCamp?Spying on Science campers are asked to bring 3 emptytoilet paper rolls or 1 empty paper towel rolls and oneempty 500 litre plastic water bottle. Space Crazecampers do not need to bring any special materials tocamp.What should my camper bring toCamp?Your camper’s backpack should contain the followingitems:1. A water bottle2. A hat3. Sunscreen4. A sweater/ sweatshirt5. Insect repellent (to be self-applied)6. Two snacks and three drinks7. Lunch (if not ordering a hot and healthy lunchthrough Compass Group Canada)Belongings must be labeled clearly with the camper’s fullname. They will be stored in the camper’s home baseduring the day.Campers should refrain from bringing personal itemssuch as iPods, MP3 players, electronic games, cellularphones, toys or sport equipment to Camp. There are nolockers available for storage and the Ontario ScienceCentre cannot be held responsible for lost or damagedgoods.Please do not send money with your camper as therewill be no opportunity for them to visit the vendingmachines, restaurant or gift shop while at Camp.What happens to lost items?Any lost items will be placed in the Camp’s lostand found, located in the Camp Office. Any unclaimeditems will be taken to the Centre’s main lost and foundwhich can be reached by calling 416-696-1000.What will my camper eat at Camp?Campers should bring two snacks, three drinks, and apacked lunch with them each day. Please note thatrefrigeration for lunches and snacks is not available tocampers and that campers will not have access tomicrowaves or vending machines.We encourage litterless lunches.If you would like to order a lunch from our onsite foodservice provider, complete the enclosed Meal PlanOrder form and send it to Compass Group Canada:by fax to 416-696-3185 orby email to osc.catering@compass-canada.comIMPORTANT NOTICEPlease DO NOT send food containing NUTSto Camp as many campers have severe,life-threatening allergies to nut products.The Ontario Science Centre cannotguarantee a nut-free environment.Page 2 6/18/2013

Summer Day CampInformation PackageWhat about camper care?Since camper safety and supervision is of the utmostimportance, a ratio of 1 staff to 10 campers is maintainedfor 5 and 6 year-olds and a ratio of 1 staff to 15 campersfor 7 to 12 year-olds. Camp programs are delivered byresponsible, enthusiastic and caring counsellors with abroad range of expertise and experience working withchildren in an educational and/ or recreationalenvironment. Our diverse staff includes teachers,science educators and university and high school levelstudents with a science or education-relatedbackground.Youth volunteers provide additional assistance with thesupervision and care of our campers. Our volunteers arewell screened and trained, and supervised by Camp staffat all times.Our “No-touch” and “Rule of Three” policies help ensurecamper safety and are strictly enforced. Please see theCamp Manager or First Aid Provider for moreinformation on these and other Health and Safetypolicies.What about health and safety?All members of the Ontario Science Centre’s protectiveservices staff, as well as Camp staff, are trained in FirstAid and CPR. In addition, the Camp First Aid providerwill assist ill campers and ensure that health and safetystandards are maintained.The First Aid provider can be reached by phone at 416-688-6916 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday throughFriday. She will also be available in person at the Campentrance, between 8:00 and 9:00 am on Mondaymornings.Ontario Science Centre staff, including the First Aidprovider, cannot administer medication to campers. Ifyour camper must take medication during his/ her Campday, please see the First Aid provider and/ or yourcamper’s counsellor to discuss options. While we will doour best to remind campers of their medications, wecannot guarantee this.After-Bite or similar sting itch relief product may beadministered if necessary.For the health and safety of your child(ren) and becausecampers’ activities take place throughout the OntarioScience Centre, we recommend that you encourageyour camper(s) with Epipens ® to carry them at all timeswhile at Camp.What if my camper has specialneeds?The Ontario Science Centre recognizes the individualneeds of campers. If you indicated your camper’s specialneed(s) or medical information on his/ her Medical /Special Needs form, we may be in touch with you priorto your Camp week for more information.We regret that we cannot provide one-on-onesupervision or specific medical support, but supportpersons/ attendants/ caregivers can accompany acamper with special needs free of charge as needed.How is my camper expected tobehave at Camp?In order for all to enjoy their Camp experience, it isexpected that campers will respect each other, theircounsellors, supervisors and their environment while atCamp. It is also expected that no camper will exhibitbehaviour that is harmful to himself/ herselfor anyone else.If a camper behaves in an unsuitable/ unsafe manner,his/ her parents/ guardians will be notified. If it becomesnecessary to remove the camper, a refund will beconsidered.Can visitors access Camp roomsand/ or join in Camp activities?Ontario Science Centre visitors or camper parents/guardians are not permitted to enter Camp rooms or tojoin in Camp activities. If you would like to visit theOntario Science Centre and/ or the OMNIMAX ® Theatrewhile your camper is busy at Camp, regular admissionfees will apply.Useful contact informationCamp OfficePhone: 416-696-3256 Fax: 416-696-3139RecreationalPrograms@OntarioScienceCentre.caOffice Hours 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday(24 hour voice mail)Catering / Meal Plan OrderPhone: 416-696-3158 Fax: 416-696-3185osc.catering@compass-canada.comFirst Aid ProviderPhone: 416-688-6916 Fax: 416-696-3139CampFirstAidProvider@OntarioScienceCentre.caPage 3 6/18/2013

Summer Day CampDirections to the Ontario Science CentreHow do I get to Camp by PublicTransit?Take the Yonge Street subway line to Eglinton stationand transfer to the Eglinton East bus #34. Get off at DonMills Road.orTake the Bloor-Danforth subway line to Pape station andtransfer to the Don Mills bus #25. Get off at St. DennisDrive, right in front of the Science Centre.In the event that the Don ValleyParkway is closed:If you are coming from downtown Toronto, take YongeStreet northbound, turn east on Eglinton Avenue andthen follow the signs.If you are coming from Highway 401, take Leslie Streetsouthbound, turn east on Eglinton Avenue and thenfollow the signs.STREET ADDRESS770 Don Mills Road, TorontoGPS LOCATORLongitude West 79° 20' 18,7745"Latitude North 43° 43' 0,5061”How do I get to camp by car?If you’re coming from downtown Toronto, take the DonValley Parkway northbound until Don Mills Road northand then follow the signs.If you’re coming from elsewhere, take Highway 401 or404 until you reach the Don Valley Parkway south.Continue southbound until Wynford Drive, then headwest and follow the signs.Page 4 6/18/2013

Summer CampEntrance and Parking MapFree parkingbefore 9:00am and after3:30 pmPage 5 6/18/2013

Summer Day CampMedical / Special Needs FormIf you have not already sent us your child(ren)’s medical / special needs information,please use this form for all children listed on your confirmation. If you have no medical / specialneeds, you do not need to submit this form.Registering Parent _______________________(Parent’s first and last name)Confirmation Number CS_____________Camper 1 _______________________(Child’s first and last name)Please describe any medical conditions, allergies, and/ or dietary needs.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please describe any special needs (e.g. physical/ learning disabilities, behavioural concerns, etc.)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Camper 2 _______________________(Child’s first and last name)Please describe any medical conditions, allergies, and/ or dietary needs.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please describe any special needs (e.g. physical/ learning disabilities, behavioural concerns, etc.)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Camper 3 _______________________ (Child’s first and last name)Please describe any medical conditions, allergies, and/ or dietary needs.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Please describe any special needs (e.g. physical/ learning disabilities, behavioural concerns, etc.)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________SEND FORMEmail:Fax: 416-696-3139CampFirstAidProvider@OntarioScienceCentre.caThis information is collected under the authority of the Centennial Centre of Science and Technology Act, for registration purposes.If you have any questions about this collection please contact: Manager, Educational Sales and Support Services,Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3C 1T3 Phone: 416-696-3256Page 6 6/18/2013

Summer Day CampPlacement Request Form (optional)If you have not already sent us your Group Placement Request, please use this form if any of thechildren listed on your confirmation want to be grouped with a friend at Camp. A maximum of oneplacement may be requested for each child. Children are grouped according to age and cannot bemore than two years apart in order to be placed together.We will contact you prior to the beginning of Camp if we cannot fulfill your request.Registering Parent _______________________ Confirmation Number CS_______________(Parent’s first and last name)Camper 1Please group _____________________ with his/ her friend ______________________(My Child’s first and last name)(Child’s Friend’s first and last name)Camper 2Please group _____________________ with his/ her friend ______________________(My Child’s first and last name)(Child’s Friend’s first and last name)Camper 3Please group _____________________ with his/ her friend ______________________(My Child’s first and last name)(Child’s Friend’s first and last name)SEND FORMEmail: RecreationalPrograms@OntarioScienceCentre.caFax: 416-696-3139This information is collected under the authority of the Centennial Centre of Science and Technology Act, for registration purposes.If you have any questions about this collection please contact: Manager, Educational Sales and Support Services,Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3C 1T3 Phone: 416-696-3256Page 7 6/18/2013

Summer Day Camp2013 Meal Plan Order Form (optional)The Summer Day Camp 2013 Meal Plan, provided by Compass Group Canada, is designed to provide parents with thecomfort of knowing their child is receiving an excellent quality meal while also experiencing the many joys of the OntarioScience Centre. Prices shown are inclusive of all applicable taxes. Please take note that Compass may not be able toaccommodate special dietary needs. If your child has specific food allergies, it would be best to send lunch from home.Camper InformationCamper’s Name: _____________________________ Parent’s Name:__________________________Camp Date: _____________________________ Confirmation #: CS________________________Daytime Phone: _____________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________Parent’s Email: _____________________________Meal PlanPrice: $9.99 / day or $45.00 for all 5 days (all applicable taxes included)Please select which days. Where given an option of meat or vegetarian entrée, please select one only.MondayJuiceFresh FruitMini Blueberry MuffinBaked ChipsBaked Breaded Chicken Burger on Whole WheatorVegetarian Burger on Whole WheatAdd 250 ml Milk $1.25 White or ChocolateAdditional entree $2TuesdayJuiceFresh FruitCarrots & Celery with Light RanchOatmeal Raisin CookieMacaroni & CheeseorVeggie Wrap MeltAdd 250 ml Milk $1.25 White or ChocolateAdditional entree $2WednesdayJuiceFresh FruitPita Bread with HummusSmall YogurtMeat LasagnaorVeggie LasagnaThursdayJuiceFresh FruitCucumber with TzatzikiMini BrownieMild Beef Chili served over White RiceorVegetarian Chili with White RiceFridayJuiceFresh FruitCarrots Sticks with Light RanchRice Krispy SquareTurkey Pepperoni PizzaorCheese PizzaAdd 250 ml Milk $1.25Add 250 ml Milk $1.25White or ChocolateWhite or ChocolateAdditional entree $2Additional entree $2N.B. Compass Group Canada CANNOT GUARANTEE A NUT FREE LUNCH.Add 250 ml Milk $1.25White or ChocolateAdditional entree $2How to orderAll meal plan orders must be received more than three business days (3) prior to your child’s Camp date. Completed order forms must befaxed to: 416-696-3185 or emailed to: osc.catering@compass-canada.comPayment and ConfirmationPayment may be made by credit card or cheque. Cheques must be made payable to Compass Group Canada. Any inquiries should bemade direct at 416-696-3158 or 416-258-1795. Charges will appear as "Compass Ontario Science Centre" on your credit card statement.I ___________________________________ hereby authorize Compass Group Canada to charge my credit card for meals for the OntarioScience Centre Summer Day Camp 2013.Credit Card NumberCardholder Name:Expiry Date:___________________________________________________________________________________/______Page 8 6/18/2013