Description

Camp Cosmos is a summer camp that has inspired and empowered youth to create the future that they envision for themselves and their communities since 1971. We develop accessible and inclusive programming for children and youth from refugee, immigrant, and low-income families. Our core program is a seven-week summer day camp serving approximately 100 children aged 5-12 each year. Campers participate in a wide range of educational and recreational activities designed to foster creativity, confidence, environmental awareness, and community connection. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, music, outdoor adventures, science projects, and field trips to museums, parks, and cultural institutions across Montreal. We place a strong emphasis on social inclusion and accessibility. Through our Accessibility Program, children with physical and/or neurological disabilities are paired with one-on-one support workers, allowing them to participate fully in all camp activities at no additional cost to their families. Our Youth Leadership Program provides mentorship and skill-building opportunities for youth volunteers aged 14-17. Participants take on volunteer roles as junior counselors, translators, and role models, developing leadership, teamwork, and communication skills while giving back to their community.