Camp Shomria
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    • Dates and Rates
    • Financial Support
    • Family Handbook
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Camp Policies
    • Shira (Camp Songs)
  • March Break Day Camp
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  • The Ken (Year Round Programming)
  • The Movement
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  • Mission and Values
  • Summer Camp
    • Dates and Rates
    • Financial Support
    • Family Handbook
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Camp Policies
    • Shira (Camp Songs)
  • March Break Day Camp
  • Winter Camp
  • The Ken (Year Round Programming)
  • The Movement
  • Glossary
  • Join our team
  • 󠀠​​
  • Israel Programs
  • Renting out Camp
  • 󠀠
  • • • •
  • Donate
  • Contact Us
  • Visit our Reunion Website
Deposits: A $500 deposit is due along with your application for all sessions. Application is not considered complete until we have received your deposit. $250 from the deposit will be non-refundable, regardless of circumstances, to cover administrative costs associated with withdrawn registration. $250 from the deposit will be refundable until February 15th. Cancellation after February 15th will result in the full loss of your deposit. Registration after February 15th means that your deposit is non-refundable in full. 
Payments: Payments may be made by e-transfer or credit card. Please note that there is a 3% processing fee for payments made by credit card. If you would like to pay by cheque or paypal (international campers only) please contact our office. Payment can be made in full along with your deposit at the time of registration or split into four equal payments. Extended payment plans may be possible to arrange - please contact our office to learn more. All payments must be completed in full by April 15th regardless of registration date.
Vaccination Policy: We are looking forward to a wonderful summer back at camp in 2022 full of fun and positive social interactions in our favourite home away from home on Otty Lake. As always, the health and safety of our chanichimot (campers) and hadracha (staff) is our highest priority. To that end, for summer 2022, Camp Shomria will require ALL campers and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. (Valid medical exemptions will be reviewed by our medical team.) While not required, we encourage all those who are eligible to receive a booster to do so. Please plan accordingly to ensure that at least two vaccine doses are completed at least two weeks prior to arrival at camp.
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  SESSION
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GRADE
as of Sept. 2020  
DATES  

FULL PRICE
Applicable to all registrations received on or after November 1, 2020
PRIORITY
REGISTRATION
Deadline:
November 15, 2020
​SAVINGS
Savings when registering during Priority Registration period
​Session 1
(4 weeks)
​Grades 3-10
​Sunday, July 4th –
Sunday, August 1st
$5,000
$4,750
$250
Shoresh​
(1 week)
Grade 1 & 2
Sunday, July 4th - Sunday, July 11th
$1250
$1100
$150
Chalutzim 2-Week
(2 weeks)
Grades 3 & 4
​Grades 5 & 6 first time campers
Sunday, July 4th –
Sunday, July 18th 
$2750
$2500
$250
Tzofim 2-Week
​(2 weeks)
Grades 7 - 10 
​first time campers
Sunday, July 4th - Sunday, July 18th 
$2750
$2500
$250

Cancellation Policy - Exclusive for 2021. 

Camp Registrations may be cancelled without penalty up to Monday, June 7th

Camp cancellations made between June 7th – June 25th are eligible for a refund of paid fees* minus 25% of the total camp fees paid.

Camp Cancellations made between June 25th – July 3rd are eligible for a refund of paid fees* minus 50% of the total camp fees paid.

In the event that the Ontario government ultimately decides not to open camps, fees paid are eligible for 100% refund*.

*in the event of cancellation, families may always choose to rollover their paid fees to future programs or to donate their paid fees.  All donations will receive a charitable tax receipt.

Should you wish to cancel your registration, please e-mail director@campshomria.ca.  Refund requests will only be accepted via e-mail.

Refunds – during camp:
Should a camper leave camp due to their own positive COVID-19 test result or that of another camper or staff within their cohort, refunds will be determined on a pro-rated basis.
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We reserve the right to terminate a registration, at any time during the camping season.  Should the camper be dismissed for infractions of policies, no refund will be issued.  Infractions include but are not limited to failure to adhere to COVD-19 protocols and procedures, smoking, drugs (including those permitted by law and misuse of over-the-counter or prescription drugs), alcohol, physical abuse, sexual harassment or activity, vandalism, bullying, and any other infraction at the discretion of the Camp Director.  Please see our Family Handbook and Code of Conduct for more information.

COVID-19 Considerations​.

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We continue to monitor public health guidelines and recommendations from the Ontario Camps Association, our Board of Directors, and our Health & Safety committee. It remains possible that dates for 2021 may be modified at a later time in which case proportionate refunds could be provided if warranted. Similarly, if we have to reduce capacity due to these unusual circumstances, we will be in contact at the first reasonable opportunity.  If the camp decides that we cannot accommodate your applied/registered child for reasons related to COVID-19, an option for a refund will be provided. 
 
There will be no Parent's Day in 2021
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Where Young Jewish Leaders Grow.

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A day in the life.

Throughout the day, there are activities that happen in your kvutza, some with your machane, and others with the whole mosh. Here’s an example of what a weekday at camp might look like:
 
7:45  -  Kima (wake up)
8:00  -  Anafim/Mifkad (chores and morning assembly)
9:00  -  Aruchat Boker (breakfast)
10:00  -  Boker 1 (first morning activity with the kvutza)
11:00  -  Boker 2 (second morning activity with the kvutza)

12:00  -  Schiya (swimming in the lake) or Projects
1:00  -  Aruchat Tzohorayim (lunch)

1:30  -  Zman Kef (fun time: choose from a set of activities)
2:15  -  Zman Mosh (time with the whole mosh)
3:30  -  Aruchat Arba (afternoon snack)
3:45  -  Chugim (hobbies: choose from a set of activities)
5:00  -  Zman Kvutza (time with your kvutza)
6:15  -  Aruchat Erev (dinner)
6:45  -  Zman Kef (fun time: choose from a set of activities)
7:45  -  Tzrif Talk (conversation in the cabin)
8:15  -  Shira/Erev (sing-along and evening activity, often a play in the Beit Tarbut)
9:30  -  Aruchat Esser (late-night snack)
  SESSION
GRADE
DATES
COST
 
​​As of Sep, 2021
 
 
Shoresh​
(1 week)
Grade 2
Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 10th ​​
$1,250
Shoresh Extended​
(2 weeks)
Grade 2
Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 17th ​​
$2,750
​Chalutzim 2-Week
(2 weeks)​
​Grades 3 & 4
​Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 17th
​$2,750
​First Time 2-Week
(2 weeks)
Grades 5 - 9 
​first time campers
​Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 17th
$2,750
​Full Summer
(4 weeks)
​Grades 3 - 9
​Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 31st
$5,000
Yedid
​
(3 weeks)
Grade 10 & 11
Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 24th
$3,750
  SESSION
GRADE
DATES
COST
DETAILS
 
​​As of Sep, 2021
 
 
 
Shoresh​
(1 week)
Grades 1 & 2
Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 10th ​​
$1,250
The best way for a young person to begin their journey with Camp Shomria. A taste of everything we have to offer. Shoresh (roots) are the foundation to any beautiful thriving community.
Shoresh Extended​
(2 weeks)
Grades 1 & 2
Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 17th ​​
$2,750
** NEWLY OPEN! **
Stay a little longer if you're feeling ready. The incredible Shoresh experience - but longer!
​This add-on week is only available for those enrolled in the Shoresh program taking place from July 3rd - 10th.
​Chalutzim 2-Week
(2 weeks)​
​Grades 3 & 4
​Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 17th
​$2,750
Chalutzim (pioneers) are not only our pioneers, but often our most curious, excited, and energetic group. We offer a shorter experience for them simply because sometimes this age group is not ready for the Full Summer experience. 
​First Time 2-Week
(2 weeks)
Grades 5 - 9 
​first time campers
​Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 17th
$2,750
If you're a little older, joining us for the first time and looking to try Camp Shomria, this would be the option for you. Sometimes it can be easier to wade in, even though we encourage a cannonball jump. Summer sessions can always be extended to the full summer
​Full Summer
(4 weeks)
​Grades 3 - 9
​Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 31st
$5,000
The perfect way to spend the month of July, seizing every day of summer fun by joining the full experience of a Camp Shomria summer.
Yedid
​
(3 weeks)
Grade 10 & 11
Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 24th
$3,750
Our Yedid Leadership Training program is the final step in our camper's journey. They will learn what it takes to become a staff member, as well as learn together as a group to become empowered leaders of tomorrow.

Dates & Rates​.

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​In-Person Mosh Kayitz Cancelled this Summer.

Mosh Kayitz Ba'ir.

For the first Summer in our history, we won't be opening the gates. It's okay to be sad, we are too. But we know it will be okay, because we are Shomrimot. We will support each other, we will continue to engage with​ one another, we will grow together, and we will make the best of this. 

However, we are excited to announce our NEW Virtual Summer Camp Program for 2020; Mosh Kayitz Ba'ir

Click the button below for more information about Mosh Kayitz Ba'ir and to register!
Mosh Kayitz Ba'ir

summer camp

Mosh Kayitz.

June 28th to July 26th, 2020
Grades 1 to 10
Dates and Rates
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Home away from home.

Our chanichim (campers) can’t wait to get back to camp. The chance to live with their best friends, to pursue their passions and learn out from behind a desk, to be treated like an adult, and – who are we kidding – the chance to get some time away from the folks. Camp is special. If you went to camp as a kid, you remember.
 
And our camp is special. It’s small enough that everyone knows everyone, and since people come back year after year, it’s more than a camp, it’s a village; a village made up of people from around the world, people who all experience Shomria as more than a retreat, but as a home away from home.
 
All our campers are organized by kvutza (group). Each kvutza is grouped by age and has a set of madrichim (counsellors), most of whom are former campers themselves, each with their unique approach. The three younger kvutzot and the three older kvutzot are each called a machane (camp), and all of it together is called mosh.

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A day in the life.

Throughout the day, there are activities that happen in your kvutza, some with your machane, and others with the whole mosh. Here’s an example of what a weekday at camp might look like:
 
7:45  -  Kima (wake up)
8:00  -  Anafim/Mifkad (chores and morning assembly)
9:00  -  Aruchat Boker (breakfast)
10:00  -  Boker 1 (first morning activity with the kvutza)
11:00  -  Boker 2 (second morning activity with the kvutza)

12:00  -  Schiya (swimming in the lake) or Projects
1:00  -  Aruchat Tzohorayim (lunch)

1:30  -  Zman Kef (fun time: choose from a set of activities)
2:15  -  Zman Mosh (time with the whole mosh)
3:30  -  Aruchat Arba (afternoon snack)
3:45  -  Chugim (hobbies: choose from a set of activities)
5:00  -  Zman Kvutza (time with your kvutza)
6:15  -  Aruchat Erev (dinner)
6:45  -  Zman Kef (fun time: choose from a set of activities)
7:45  -  Tzrif Talk (conversation in the cabin)
8:15  -  Shira/Erev (sing-along and evening activity, often a play in the Beit Tarbut)
9:30  -  Aruchat Esser (late-night snack)

 

Do what you love​.

Every day there’s a chance during chugim for campers to choose what they want to do.
This is the best opportunity to get exposed to new activities and explore untapped talents. 
 
Some campers are actors and want to get involved in the musical or play
Some campers are artists and want to create visual arts and crafts
Some campers are swimmers and want to spend every free minute in the lake
Some campers are musicians and want to jam out on the drums, guitars, or keyboard
Some campers are builders and want to make structures with logs and twine
Some campers are athletes and want to dance, do yoga, or play team sports
Some campers are writers and want to compose stories or letters for friends back home
Some campers are journalists and want to do interviews or write pieces for the weekly paper
Some campers break the mold and put together a chug we hadn’t even thought to offer
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Our Machane.

Our camp is located just halfway between Toronto and Montreal, on beautiful Otty Lake. With forest on three sides and a private sandy beachfront with marina on the other, there’s no better place to make the most of those beautiful Canadian summers.
Camp Shomria, R.R. #3, Kenyon Road, Otty Lake, ON, ​K7H 3C5, Canada
Since Israel and kibbutz style living is so core to our identity, we use a lot of Hebrew words when talking about our camp. Here are some other important words to know if you'll visit.
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We eat communally in the chadar ochel, the dining hall.
We put on plays, dances, and activities in the beit tarbut.
Every morning, we meet around the chet, our flagpole.
Every day we go swimming at the chof, the beach.
There you can find the migdal, which means "the tower".
If you're under 12, you'll sleep in lower machane.
If you're older you'll sleep in upper machane.
And if you're in Yedid (a CIT) you'll sleep in kibbutzi​.
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Dates and Rates.

Full Summer (4 weeks)

June 28 - July  26
​$4,500
​Chalutzim Aleph 2-week 
(for Gr. 3 & 4)

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June 28 - July 12
​​$2,250
Shoresh
(for Gr. 1 & 2)


June 28 - July  5
​$1,000
Yedid at Mosh 
(for Gr. 10)


June 28 - July 24
$4,000
At Camp Shomria, we are committed to helping every camper experience the magic of Jewish sleepover camp!
All Camp Shomria Scholarships are based on need and subject to available funds. The applications are due by January 31st, 2020.
Any application received after the deadline will be subject to available funds.

Please note that parents/guardians who are awarded a scholarship from the HH Canada Scholarship committee will be required to complete 5 to 10 hours of volunteer work for HH Canada.

Click HERE to apply for a Camp Shomria Scholarship

Questions about financial assistance?  Please contact us at mail@campshomria.ca or 416-736-1339


 

Want a sample?  

Come to camp for a quick 4 day adventure and see what you think! 

The Weekender
July 2nd - July 5th
$50 Deposit
$36 Transportation Fee

​CLICK HERE TO ENROLL FOR THE WEEKENDER

This program is sponsored by the UJA's Silber Family Centre for Jewish Camping. 
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DEPOSIT

A $500 deposit is required at the time of registration.
To pay your deposit by e-transfer, please send your transfer to mail@campshomria.ca.
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DISCOUNTS

PRIORITY REGISTRATION
Register by November 15th, 2019 to receive the best pricing of the year (see dates above).  

Priority Registration payments are made in 4 equal installments on/before December 2nd, 2019, January 6th, 2020, February 3rd, 2020, and March 2nd, 2020.

'MAKE THE MOST OF MOSH' - CAMP BUNDLE
Register for both Mosh Choref (Winter Camp) and Mosh Kayitz (Summer Camp) at the same time and receive $150 off your summer camp tuition.  This discount is valid until December 29th, 2019.

REFERRAL
Receive $50 off your summer camp tuition for each new camper you refer to Camp Shomria.  Please note, the parent/guardian must list your name on the camper application.  For more information, please contact our camp office at 416-736-1339.

HOME PRESENTATION/PARLOUR MEETING
Support mosh and save money!
  • Host a "Shomria Showcase" at your home and receive $100 simply for hosting
  • Invite at least 3 families who have not sent their child(ren) to Camp Shomria in the past
  • Our Camp Director and Shlicha will be there to talk about camp and answer any questions 
  • We will bring snacks, drinks, and everything else to make this a fun and informative experience for the whole family - including members of the Hadracha to meet and get to know the kids!  
  • Receive an additional $75 off your summer camp tuition for each new camper that registers for camp as a result of the event
  • Please call our office to speak to our camp director, Sas, for details and more information at 416-736-1339

Or, if you are coming for two or more weeks, you might be eligible to get $1000 off with “One Happy Camper”

REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations prior to March 1st
​Hashomer Hatzair will refund all but a non-refundable $100 registration fee from the initial deposit.

Cancellations between March 1st and May 31st
The full $500 deposit is forfeited.  Any additional summer camp fees that had been paid will be fully refunded.

Cancellations on or after June 1st
No refunds will be given.



More Questions?

We're happy to help! Feel free to reach out to us at mail@campshomria.ca
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​​copyright © Hashomer Hatzair Canada. 2022.
​​All Rights Reserved.
  • Mission and Values
  • Summer Camp
    • Dates and Rates
    • Financial Support
    • Family Handbook
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Camp Policies
    • Shira (Camp Songs)
  • March Break Day Camp
  • Winter Camp
  • The Ken (Year Round Programming)
  • The Movement
  • Glossary
  • Join our team
  • 󠀠​​
  • Israel Programs
  • Renting out Camp
  • 󠀠
  • • • •
  • Donate
  • Contact Us
  • Visit our Reunion Website