summer
Camp

 

Roots Camps

 

What do we do? Roots is the first level of The YES Program and focuses on bringing together youth to create a strong, supportive, amazing community with everyone involved. Participants can expect to spend a week being themselves, learning about themselves, and making lifelong friends in the process. Focusing on the values of self-awareness, communication, leadership and co-operation, these retreats are a powerful introduction to co-operative youth leadership in a stimulating wilderness setting. Right on Cowichan Lake, the camps also include options for many outdoor activities including canoeing, soccer, and ultimate frisbee. For more information, take a look at a typical day at YES camp and some of our favourite camp activities! 

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Who should sign up? Our Roots program is intended for new and returning participants or participants who flourish in younger age groups. If you are an older youth thinking about signing up for Pathways but have not attended the YES, please register for our Roots D Camp for an introduction to our program. 

 

Note: Participants must have completed grade 8 before attending The YES in the summertime.  

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Pathways Camps

 

What do we do? Pathways is the next step up from our Roots programs. Participants take on greater responsibility and are challenged to expand their leadership, self-awareness, and team-building skills in the spirit of fun and friendship. This camp gives participants a chance to become an even closer community, having already met each other at the Roots level. For more information, take a look at a typical day at YES camp and some of our favourite camp activities! 

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Who should sign up? This program is for older youth who have attended a Roots camp already (prior YES experience is required). If you haven't attended The YES before and are older, please sign up for our Roots D camp for an introduction to our program. If you are in Grade 10 and have attended The YES before, we encourage you to sign up for Pathways or be in touch about which program is right for you.

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Note: If you are interested in attending a Pathways camp but have not attended a Roots, please be in touch with us at info@theyes.ca to discuss options. 

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Grad Camps

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​What do we do? Grad is the last stop on your YES Camp journey. Participants spend a final week diving deeper into self-discovery, team-building, and mentorship while creating memories that will last a lifetime. This program is a culminating experience, building on the skills and friendships formed through Roots and Pathways. Participants will reflect on their leadership journeys, celebrate their growth, and prepare for life beyond camp. Grad Camp offers deeper opportunities for self-discovery, mentorship, and team-building in a fun, supportive, and close-knit environment. This unique program is a chance to honour your time at The YES, strengthen lifelong connections, and take the next steps with confidence and pride.

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Who should sign up? This program is for returning participants who have attended at least one Pathways Camp and are ready to graduate from our summer camp programs. If you are in Grade 11 or 12 and have attended Pathways and are ready to graduate out of our programs this is the camp for you. 

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Note: Participants must have attended Pathways prior to signing up for Grad Camp. If you are in Grade 11 or 12 but have not previously attended camp please be in touch with us at info@theyes.ca and we can discuss options. 

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