We offer adapted programs all year long! See what programs we have to offer.
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After registering for a program, participants must complete the intake application form.
To learn more about our adapted programs, please contact Portia Lee at plee@markham.ca or 905.477.7000 extension 3930.
Families are able to bring their own external support person. Please see the External Support Person accordion below for more information.
Summer Camp Inclusion Staff work one-to-one with a participant throughout the duration of the camp or program. A counsellor can assist participants throughout the camp day by providing modifications in areas such as program instruction, movement, equipment, communication, and promoting socialization with others.
The deadline to register for inclusion support is May 12. After the deadline has passed, we encourage you to apply and we will do our best to find support but it is not guaranteed.
The following camps do not require additional camp fees as long as the participant is registered for one-to-one inclusion support. Camps marked with an asterick (*) require a nominal supply fee.
- Absolute Sportacular Camp
- Academic Camp
- Badminton Camp
- Basketball Camp
- C.S.I. Crime Scene Investigator Camp at Markham Museum*
- Dance & Drama Camp
- Dance Camp
- ECO Camp @ Chimo
- Fun in The Sun Camp
- Future Engineers Camp at Markham Museum*
- Junior Animal and Nature Camp
- Junior Archeologists Camp at Markham Museum*
- Junior Sports Camp
- Junior Science Magic Camp at Markham Museum*
- LEGO Camp
- Little Engineers Camp at Markham Museum*
- Magic Camp
- Math and Science Camp
- Mechanical Engineer Camp
- Mini Machines Camp at Markham Museum*
- Mini Mysteries Camp at Markham Museum*
- My Little Camper
- Science Camp
- Science Magic Camp at Markham Museum*
- Soccer Camp
- Super Hero Science Camp at Markhma Museum*
- Half Day Pottery Camp at Markham Museum*
Registration Process:
- Choose the camp(s) you are interested in.
- Register using the barcode below corresponding to the week of camp your child will be attending.
- Complete the Participant Intake Application. The inclusion team will be in contact to review your application and confirm your camp registration before camp starts.
Inclusion Support Full Day – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Start Date
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End Date
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Course Code
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July 4
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July 7
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443953
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July 10
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July 14
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443959
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July 17
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July 21
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443954
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July 24
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July 28
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443955
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July 31
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August 4
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443956
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August 8
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August 11
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443957
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August 14
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August 18
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443960
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August 21
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August 25
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443961
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August 28
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September 1
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443958
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Families are able to bring their own external support person. Please see the External Support Person accordion below for more information.
Some participants with special needs may benefit from the additional support of a volunteer that can help with participating in program activities and socialization with others by breaking down instructions, repeating skills, being a buddy, and providing a safe environment.
Please consider that volunteers:
- Volunteers are not guaranteed and may not always be available during the day and time you have selected.
- Are 14 and 15 years of age.
- Do not support individuals with challenging behaviours.
- Cannot provide lifts and transfers.
- Cannot be left alone with a participant.
To request an inclusion volunteer please contact Portia Lee at plee@markham.ca.
For registered programs, camps, pay-per-play activities, swims, and skates
Families are welcome to bring their own external support person, at no charge, to any recreation program or camp to support a participant with special needs.
Registered Programs and Camps
External support persons must:
- be 16 years or older,
- be able to support the participant integrating into the activity,
- completing a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), and
- complete an external support person contract.
To request to bring your own external support person in a registered program or camp, please contact Portia Lee, Coordinator of Programs and Outreach, at plee@markham.ca.
Pre-Booked Pay-Per-Play Activities, Public Swims and Public Skates
To request to bring your own external support person in a pay-per-play activity, public swim, or public skate, please register the participant for the activity then contact Portia Lee, Coordinator of Programs and Outreach, plee@markham.ca to have the support person registered at no cost.
City of Markham Financial Assistance
We want everyone to use our programs. If you can't afford a program, we may be able to help you. Please call us at 905.477.7000 extension 6258.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart®
A community-based charitable program that helps kids ages 4 to 18 participate in organized sports and recreation programs so they can develop important life skills, self-esteem and confidence.
National in scope, but local in focus, Canadian Tire Jumpstart® delivers support to children in financial need through a Canada-wide network of local chapters. Markham, through its Recreation Department, is one such Chapter. The City, working together with Canadian Tire Associate Dealers, identifies children who would benefit from Canadian Tire Jumpstart® and ensures effective delivery of the program.
Here are some important details:
- Children are eligible for up to $600 per calendar year; maximum $300 for the same sport.
- Grants will not exceed a maximum of $150 per application. Please note that our goal this year is to reach as many children as possible therefore grant amounts will vary.
- Programs or activities must encourage physical activity.
- Funding preference is to pay for registration fees.
- Approval of funding is dependent on available funds.
- Funding is available for members of the same family for the same season.
Eligibility
- All applicants must reside within Markham.
- Eligible applicants include children and youth between the ages 4 and 18 years of age.
- Funding should be for a sustained program that lasts a season. One week camps are not eligible.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for support through the Canadian Tire Jumpstart® program, please apply online.
York Region Recreation Subsidies
York Region offers subsidies for children from families with low income to take part in Recreation programs and day camps offered by local municipalities. Please visit york.ca/recreationsubsidies or call Access York 1.877.464.9675 for more information to see if you qualify.