Kuumba March Break Camp Startup Package

The Kuumba March Break Camp is an innovative mini-camp experience designed for youth in Newmarket. With a strong emphasis on technology and mental wellness, this camp combines hands-on learning with engaging activities to create a dynamic and enjoyable environment for campers.

Key elements of the camp include:

  • Tech-Focused Workshops: Interactive sessions to foster creativity, enhance digital literacy and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Engaging Activities: A variety of fun and interactive experiences designed to build teamwork and community spirit.
  • Skill Building: Opportunities for campers to gain valuable skills while boosting confidence and unlocking their potential for future success.
  • Mental Wellness workshops: Interactive mental wellness workshops centered on Black joy and identity.
This camp aims to inspire and empower youth, leaving them with lasting memories and a foundation for growth. We look forward to welcoming campers on Monday, March 16 - 20 , 2026 at 9AM! This will be a fun-filled, educational and joyful camp where your child(ren) will have the opportunity to express themselves and learn about their African/Black roots.

Programming Activities:

  1. STEAM Programming 
  2. Reading + Art Starts Here Programs
  3. Field Trip
  4. Swimming (TBD)
  5. Mental Wellness workshops
Below, you will find the following forms which must be submitted before your child(ren) first day:

1.) Campers code of conduct
2.) Youth video/photo waiver
3) Emergency contact X 2
4) Kuumba March Break Camp Release
5.) Medical history and personal information

Should you have any general questions or require special accommodation, please reach out to the camp coordinator: bajiboye@naccacommunity.ca | (905) 781-6222

Payment is required 1 week prior to the start of camp. Please send payment to accounting@naccacommunity.ca  and include "March Break camp” in the memo line.

Note: if your child will be absent or late, contact the camp coordinator via email or telephone above 

Registration Fee: $150 per camper (1 week)
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Kuumba March Break Campers Code of Conduct

Kuumba (koo-OOM-bah)

Creativity – using creativity and imagination to make our community better and more beautiful and beneficial than we found it.
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NACCA's Kuumba Summer Camp is dedicated to providing an outstanding camp program for Black Youth in our community. To accomplish this goal, campers are expected to behave appropriately and promote a safe, fun and healthy environment through productive participation. We aim to promote African-centred values (care, honesty, respect, leadership and responsibility) in all aspects of our camp program. We ask that all campers and parents/guardians read this code together before arriving at camp. 

As a camper, I will: 

RESPECT 

∙ Be respectful, cooperative and will contribute positively to the experience of fellow campers. 

∙ Be careful and considerate that my actions will not hurt another camper’s feelings or hurt them physically, either intentionally or accidentally. 

∙ Show respect to the camp staff and cooperate fully with their instructions. Always follow directions at all times. 

∙ Respect the rights and beliefs of others and treat others with courtesy and consideration.

 ∙ Respect the personal space and property of others.

PERSONAL SPACE AND PROPERTY

 ∙ Be respectful of all camp property and equipment/supplies

 ∙ Never mark, deface or destroy camp or personal property

BEHAVIOUR 

∙ Conduct myself responsibly. I understand that horseplay, inappropriate touching, unwelcome teasing/bullying or other unkind behaviors are not allowed and will not be tolerated.

 ∙ Communicate in an appropriate manner, which means I will not use foul language or gestures, harsh words or raise my voice.

 ∙ We are encouraging our campers to demonstrate positive behaviors and be mindful of behaviors that cause bodily harm to other campers or staff. 

SAFETY 

∙ Campers must wear closed toe/closed-heel shoes at all times. Campers may bring and wear waters shoes during pool time

∙ Campers need to pay attention to their surroundings and use care in all activities

∙ Campers will adhere to all safety rules and regulations given for each activity he/she participates in while at camp.

GENERAL 

∙ Campers are expected to wear appropriate clothing to camp each day. 

∙ Campers must inform the camp staff if they are experiencing a problem with another camper or other issues. If the staff are not informed about a problem, they cannot stop the problem or assist the camper.

 ∙ We expect all campers to have FUN, but not at the expense of others

 ∙ Campers are encouraged to participate in all activities to the best of their ability.

 ∙ Violation of the Code of Conduct will result in a conversation with staff to assess camper’s commitment to appropriate behavior at the camp. 

Camper's First  and Last Name (if you have multiple children that you would like to register put their names here.
Camper's age

Camper: I have read the above CAMPER’S CODE OF CONDUCT. I agree to adhere to all of the above to ensure that my camp experience and the experience of other campers is a positive one. I understand that failure to adhere to these rules may result in a conversation with staff to assess my commitment to the program.

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Parent/Gaurdian First and Last Name

Parent/Gaurdian: I understand that my child’s participation in the Kuumba Summer Camp Program and its activities are completely voluntary. My child and I have discussed and understand the Camp Code of Conduct. We agree that he/she will abide by the Camp Code of Conduct. I understand that failure to adhere to these rules may result in my child’s meeting with the staff to discuss their commitment to the program.

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Which days will your child(ren) attend? Please note that the program fee remains the same regardless of attendance for the full week.

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