2025 Canadian Camp Census Report
Discover the Impact of Accredited Canadian Camps
Download the 2025 Canadian Camp Census Report
Canadian camps help children thrive, create jobs, and strengthen local communities. The 2025 Canadian Camp Census Report, informed by responses from 310 accredited camps across eight Provincial Camping Associations, explores the sector’s impact - and its potential to grow.
Inside the report:
Serving children and youth: Accredited camps welcomed approximately 484,000 children in summer 2025, delivering 4.5 million camper days.
Building inclusive communities: 30% of camps offer dedicated programming for specific populations, including children with disabilities or specialized medical needs.
Investing locally: 73% of camps invested in capital projects between 2022 and 2025, contributing an estimated $174 million to local economies.
Unlocking growth: Explore the staffing, space, and operational barriers preventing camps from welcoming more campers.
Discover how accredited camps contribute to Canadian life - and where support and investment can make a difference.
