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PARENTS’ GUIDE www.sadb.qc.ca

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PRESENTATION OF THE DAY CAMP

Our mission at the Town of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue is to provide your children with a captivating summer with our animation team. While ensuring their safety, our qualified and dynamic animators will offer your children an unforgettable summer. The coordination team invites them to join us for an adventure in different worlds. For maximum enjoyment for intrepid campers, outings and activities are planned throughout the journey. The recreation center will be transformed into various fascinating destinations that will allow participants to experience what it is like to not only read a story, but to be in one! We are proud to present you with this parents’ guide and remain available to answer any questions you may have.

SCHEDULE AND LOCATION

Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm Meeting point and animation point: Centre Harpell, 60, Rue Saint-Pierre

FOR INFORMATION

Recreation Department Office 514-457-1605 loisirs@sadb.qc.ca Camp Coordinators 514-457-1660 – as of June 1st Visit our website at www.sadb.qc.ca

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THE THEME OF THE SUMMER What luck! This year the children of the Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue day camp are invited to explore other worlds, to live the life of characters, and cross the barrier of time and space. Accompanied by their guides, who will act as scouts and advisers, they will have to do more than consult their compass to find their way! Our chief explorers have documented and analyzed all the maps and routes to guide you through these unknown worlds. Will you have the courage to accompany them until the end? The first step in the adventure is to register for the day camp!

WEEKS

DATES

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June 29th to July 3rd

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July 6th to July 10th

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July 13th to July 17th

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July 20th to July 24th

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July 27th to July 31st

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August 3rd to August 7th

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August 10th to August 14th

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August 17th to August 21st

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CAMP PROGRAMS | Sample Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9:00 to 9:10 Welcome and Attendance

9:10 to 10:15 Counsellor Show / Assembly

9:30 to 10:15

Rules and introductory

games

Varied games

Ou

ting

Varied games

Sport

10:15 to 10:30 Snack Snack

10:30 to 11:15

Art activity Discovery Tuesday activity

Kitchen Activity

Theme activity

11:15 to 12:00

Varied games

Varied games

Library Team

preparation

12:00 to 13:00 Lunch Lunch

13:00 to 14:15

Sport Theme project

Cooperative Big game

Themed Big game

14:15 to 14:30 Snack and changing Snack and changing

14:30 to 15:30

Pool Pool Pool Pool

15:30 to 15:45 Changing time Changing time

15:45 to 16:00 Counsellor Show / Assembly

* Please note that activities may vary from one day to the next depending on the availability of space

and materials.

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DEFINITIONS USED AT CAMP - Counsellor Shows/assemblies :

Every day, campers will have the chance to attend a show that is animated by their counsellors. These shows will take place in the morning after the children have arrived at camp, and in the afternoon before leaving. During these presentations, the children will follow the heroic stories of the characters of the theme, and will have the opportunity to participate in wacky activities gathering all campers.

- Varied Games : During the day, the children will participate in activities and games that are organized by their counsellor, which will make them move and have fun. Outdoor games are strongly encouraged.

- Lunch : Lunch usually takes place outside if the weather permits it. For the children who eat faster, games and a sports period will be available for them.

- Pool : The younger groups will be swimming from 1 pm to 2 pm and the older groups will swim from 2:15 pm to 3:15 pm. In order for the children to swim in a safe environment, a swimming test will be conducted every Monday. A wading pool is available for non-swimmers. Rest assured that a team of lifeguard will be looking over the children in addition to the counsellors to ensure their safety.

- Sports : Once a week, one of the counsellors will organize a sports activity for the children, which will allow them to participate in and discover a wide variety of sports throughout the summer.

- Theme Activity : This will constitute of an organized activity based on the weekly theme.

- Culinary Activity Since the children are interested in cooking and preparing food, a culinary period will be organized once a week by one of our counsellors.

- Library : To stimulate their creativity and mindfulness, the children will spend time at the library once a week.

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- Discovery Tuesday : Every Tuesday, the children will have the opportunity to participate in special activities led by specialists or camp counsellors on the site of the day camp. These activities will mainly focus on creative discovery related to the theme of the week.

- Wednesday Outings : Every Wednesday, the children will be accompanied by their counsellors and coordinators on an outing which will take place at different interesting places each week (see the section on outings for more information).

- Costume Thursdays: Every Thursday, the children will dress up in a pre-determined colour or theme to add magic to their day!

- Cooperative Big Game: Every Thursday afternoon, the whole day camp will be reunited in order to participate in a cooperative game, which will have its very own theme and will incorporate the theme of the costume day!

- Themed Big Game : Every Friday afternoon, the children will have a blast by participating in a big game that was developed by the animation team, in which the strengths of all the children of the day camp will be united. Every week, the characters from the theme will undergo challenges, and unique activities adapted to all age groups will occur.

THURSDAY, JULY 30th

4 to 6 Cocktail Mark it in your calendars! We are officially hosting our cocktail event, where you and your kids can join us for an evening of fun, where we will offer you food and beverages. The event will be held on Thursday July 30th from 4 – 6 pm. No matter which week your child attended, you are invited to join us and see your child’s multiple art projects, visit their animators and have a little bite to eat.

Come meet the camp

team members.

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DISCOVERY TUESDAYS

Here is a great opportunity to discover new interests. The Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue day camp takes advantage of this program to highlight some of the beauties and resources of the city. Rugby, Soccer, Martial Arts, etc, will be on the program again this year. There will also be workshops provided by your "guides”, which will introduce you to new discoveries. Older campers will be paired with the younger children to encourage participation. This will empower and educate the older campers while providing a fair chance for the younger ones. The goal of Discovery Tuesdays is to make sure that this special day in the week enriches the knowledge and the partnership of all the campers. Several surprises will be introduced, and each will leave you amazed by its originality. So come and experience DISCOVERIES with us every Tuesday!

SWIMMING CAMP

A two-week camp during which children will have swimming lessons that lead to a Red Cross level, while participating in regular day camp activities and Wednesday outings, included in the package price. The children will be placed into the Regular Camp groups, according to their age. The programming and schedule remain the same as the Sample Schedule except that two blocs will offer swimming lessons according to the child’s swimming level, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Bloc 1 10:15 to 10:45 Bloc 2 10:45 to 11:30

Upon arrival in the morning, wearing the swimsuit under clothing is highly recommended for participants to save time in the locker room

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DISCOVERY CAMP (Ages 10 to 13) Finally a camp specially designed for 10 to 13 year-olds! A week of fun discoveries by bike in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue and its surroundings will be offered. Focusing on nature and outdoor activities, campers will take part in different workshops situated in various locations around the municipality. A bike and a helmet are compulsory. This camp is offered as one-week packages for weeks 3, 5 and 6. PLANNED ACTIVITIES PREREQUISITES: Bike and helmet are mandatory to participate in this camp. Possibility to store the bikes at the Centre Harpell for the week. BACKPACK: The participant must be able to carry all his belongings with him at all times: snacks, water bottle, lunch, sunscreen, etc. The lunches will be taken on the site of the various activities.

Week 3 (July 13th to July 17th)

Bike inspection

Bike Safety Seminar

Games in the parks

Zoo Ecomuseum

Outing at Oasif Surf

Canoe

Bowling - Pincourt

Week 5 (July 27th to July 31st)

Bike inspection

Bike Safety Seminar

Games in the parks

Escape - Kikland

Outing at the Beach Club

Stand up Paddleboard

Apprentice lifeguard/instructor

Week 6 (August 3rd to August 7th)

Bike inspection

Bike Safety Seminar

Games in the parks

I Saute

Outing at Clip’n Climb

Kayak

Archery games

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CIT PROGRAM | COUNSELLOR IN TRAINING

Are you interested in being a day camp counsellor? Are you 14 or 15 years of age? If so, the counsellor in Training Program is perfect for you. Over a two-week period, you will develop many skills required in animation all while having a blast. Your first week will be dedicated to getting to know your peers, the way the day camp works, and gain some knowledge in animation. On your second week, you will be paired with an experienced counsellor in order to learn from them as well as help them with their groups. There will be special time set aside to have a heart-to-heart with your counsellor to discuss your progress each week. You will have the opportunity to participate in the camp’s weekly outings helping your assigned counsellor with the campers. Also, at the end of the two weeks, there will be a separate activity exclusively for you and the other counsellors in Training.

At the end of your session, depending on your performance, you will receive either a confirmation that you have completed the program or a certificate that you have successfully completed the program. Places are limited so join us!

SPECIAL CIT ACTIVITIES Week 3 and 4 Thursday, July 23rd A fun filled day at the Aquazilla section of Jean Drapeau beach. A unique 30-by-35 meter inflatable structure comprised of obstacles, slides and platforms for jumping into the water, and much more. Join us for a fun and exciting day! Week 5 and 6 Thursday, August 6th

Voiles en Voiles is an adventure park in the Old Port of Montreal. Take part in some outdoor action in the

unique world of royal ships and pirate ships. Climb aboard the spectacular life-size ships and experience

the aerial courses that will please everyone.

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TEEN OUTINGS (ages 13 to 15) Registration in person at the Recreation Department, payment required at registration. Information: 514-457-1605 Bored? Looking for something to do this summer? Join our animators for some cool outings just for teens. These supervised trips will take you to some great destinations. The group will travel by public transit.

DATE OUTING DETAILS DESCRIPTION COST FOR RESIDENT

COST FOR NON-RESIDENT

Thursday July 9th

ESCAPE ROOM and a visit at the Old Port of Montreal

Depart: 9 am Return by: 4 pm Registration before: July 2nd

Try to find the key to the ESCAPE ROOM; followed by an exploration of the Old Port of Montreal.

$40 $50

Thursday July 23rd

AQUAZILLA at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal

Depart: 9 am Return by: 5 pm Registration before: July 16th

Aquazilla is a unique 30-by-35 meters inflatable structure comprised of obstacles, slides and platforms for jumping into the water, and much more.

$40 $50

Thursday August 6th

Voiles en Voiles and Zip Line

Depart: 9 am Return by: 4 pm Registration before: July 30th

Zip Line and Adventure Park with aerial courses, archery tag, and much more on the Pirate boat in the Old Port of Montreal.

$50 $60

There is a minimum number of participants required for each outing. Places are limited, first come, first served. Departure and return hours are subject to change. Both the 23rd of July and August 6th outings will be paired with the counsellor in training program!

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SCIENCE CENTER – THURSDAY JULY 2nd The exhibitions available at the science center are surprising, fun and allow kids to explore, learn, and understand a variety of interactive devices. The scientific exhibitions are conceived in order to make science and technology available to all by providing concrete notions and explaining the impact of sciences in our daily lives both collectively and individually.

IMAX®TELUS An amazing cinematographic experience! The IMAX® TELUS theatre shows images of superior quality and precision, with an amazing soundtrack and image clarity. The best IMAX movies available on the market are shown here.

Veuillez noter que les activités pourraient être modifiées sans préavis.

THE WEDNESDAY OUTINGS

WEEK 1: June 29th to July 3rd

WEEK 2: July 6th to July 10th

Bowling and Laser tag – July 8th

BOWLING and LASER TAG – JULY 8th BoulZeye is a pleasant center where fun is insured with 16 bowling alleys that can accommodate up to 112 people in total (7 people maximum per lane). High ceilings, extraordinary lighting, quality sound, screens worthy of a cinema… that's what the BoulZeye offers you! In addition, the Laser tag consists of a fictional fighting game in a dark environment where the participants are equipped with a laser pointer and a jacket with sensors. Whenever a participant touches the sensor of another, he scores points. Please note that activities are subject to change without notice.

QUILLES ET LASER TAG – 8 JUILLET BoulZeye est un centre d’amusement agréable où le plaisir est assuré avec 16 allées de quilles pouvant accueillir jusqu’à 112 personnes au total (7 pers. maximum par allée). De hauts

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WEEK 3: July 13th to July 17th

OASIS SURF – JULY 15th

Live an unforgettable experience! This unique and complete experience will teach you the basics of surfing at sea. Divided into subgroups, surfers will have to use their new physical and cognitive skills to master the wave! No need to know how to surf, come and learn safely with a monitor. The private wave is safe and optimal for surfing by young people.

WEEK 4: July 20th to July 24th

PARC SAFARI – JULY 22nd At Parc Safari, you will discover the richness and diversity of the animal kingdom. More than 500 animals of 70 species can be observed in the 7 animal sectors.

You can touch, photograph and feed the animals you have seen in books and on TV. They are real and free in large spaces that resemble the African plains.

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CLIP’N CLIMB – AUGUST 5th

Clip'N Climb offers healthy exercise as well physical and intellectual challenges to groups of children. Climbing promotes strength, balance, flexibility and requires problem-solving skills. It promotes self-confidence, self-esteem, and encourages peer support and communication. Automatic belay devices are used on all walls to assure the safety of the climber. This means that all children can be active at all times and enjoy their day. Here are some examples of climbing stations:

o The spaghettis

o The velcro

o The orbit

o The jungle

WEEK 5: July 27th to July 31st

BEACH CLUB – JULY 29th

With a variety of activities for all, animation for children, as well as a unique site, the Pointe- Calumet Beach Club promises to be a memorable day! Come experience a day of fun under the hot sun of the Beach Club and feel like you're on a beautiful tropical beach! Activities on site:

Swimming pool and beach / Aquatic Trampoline / Pedal boat and kayaks / Inflatable games and make-up artists / Beach volleyball and beach soccer

Please note that activities may be subject to change without notice. **The camp will bring additional staff on this outing to ensure the safety of the children during water activities.

WEEK 6: August 3rd to August 7th

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WEEK 7: August 10th to August 14th

WEEK 8: August 17th to August 21st

FUNTROPOLIS - LAVAL – AUGUST 19th Imagine a universe with thousands of multicolored Styrofoam balls that spin and whirl around you. An interactive environment that gives free rein to the imagination, offering a great opportunity to exercise in a completely safe way that does not require any protective equipment. Here are different games available: * Ball-o-Cité? * Atomic challenge * Giant multi-level maze * Trampolines with safety nets * Wavy triple slide * Giant spider web * Zip lines * Light challenge * Laser challenge * 1 round of Spin Zone bumper cars included per child Please note that activities are subject to change without notice.

ACROSPORT BARANI – AUGUST 12th

The Acrosport Barani facility offers a trampoline playground where kids can enjoy their time hopping around. Qualified coaches are there to supervise in order to ensure both a fun and safe environment. Some of the different activities planned are:

o Trampoline o Double mini-trampoline o Rock climbing wall o Gymnastics playground

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CAMPER’S CODE It is important to be aware that there are users other than campers on site: administrative staff, maintenance staff, the public, visitors, suppliers, etc. Therefore all campers must:

Act cautiously, for their own safety and the safety of others;

Respect the people around them;

Respect the equipment used and the places visited;

Observe the specific rules explained by the animation staff for the duration of the activity in which they are registered.

DISCIPLINARY MEASURES

1. Here is the procedure after the

animator has given a child three warnings : After a child has received three

verbal warnings, he/she will be directed to the Coordinator’s Office.

The child may not rejoin the group until he/she has found a solution with the Coordinator.

A warning will be issued to the parents.

2. If the child is directed to the Coordinator’s office a second time, a meeting will be organized with the parents and the Recreation Department’s management. An agreement will then be made with the parents concerned to correct the misbehaviour.

3. If the agreement is not respected, the child will be expelled temporarily, for a period of 1 to 3 days.

MISCONDUCT MINOR

(Insult, jostling, disobedience)

1. The animator must take the child to the Coordinator’s Office immediately. The parents will be called

to set up a meeting with the Recreation Department’s management for a discussion of ways to avoid such behaviour.

A temporary expulsion notice will be issued for a period of 1 to 3 days, as the case may be.

2. If the inappropriate behaviour

still persists, we will be obligated to expel the child from the day camp.

MISCONDUCT MAJOR

(Major crisis, deliberate violence, actions causing danger to others)

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THINGS TO BRING EVERY DAY

A cold lunch - If your child does not have his/her lunch,

we will be obliged to buy one and claim the cost from you.

- It is forbidden to share food and bring candy.

Two (2) snacks

Bottle of water or juice

Towel

Bathing suit

PFD (personal flotation device) (if applicable)

Sunscreen (We recommend SPF 30) – An application should be done at home before coming to camp.

Cap / hat | Please remind your child of the importance of wearing their hat

Running shoes or sports sandals - Beach sandals (flip-flops) or Crocs-type sandals are permitted only at the pool. Shoes of

this type are not permitted for sports activities.

Raincoat

Clothing suitable for temperature and the outing - If any clothing items are missing, such as running shoes, a bathing suit or a personal

flotation device, the child unfortunately will not be able to participate in the activities that require those particular items.

Camp T-shirt: Wearing the camp T-shirt is compulsory during outings.

LOST OBJECTS We are not responsible for lost, stolen or broken objects. This is why we suggest you label your child’s items.

Money, cell phones, and toys from home (including card games and electronic games) are prohibited at camp. We have a table of lost items. We invite you to check it out frequently.

ANTI-NUTS POLICY It is strictly

forbidden to bring nuts and / or nut butter (peanuts,

Nutella, etc.) to the day camp.

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THE CAMP PROCEDURE

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE The main hall of the Centre Harpell is the arrival and departure point for all children.

Doors open in the morning: 9 am

Doors open in the evening: 4 pm

We will ask all parents or guardians to show proof of identification each time you pick up your child from camp. Please have a photo ID ready to show the staff.

For security reasons, we ask parents who leave and pick up their child to please wait in the security zone of the reception hall. Our counsellors will note the arrival or departure of campers and lead them through the hall. This way, it will be much easier for the animation team and Extended Daycare Service to control who has access to your child. In addition, we ask parents to sign the record of their child’s departure.

EXTENDED DAYCARE SERVICE (SAP)

This service is available for all camps and entertains children before and after regular camp hours. Extra fees are applicable.

Schedule: 7 am to 9 am and from 4 pm to 6 pm, from Monday to Friday.

Late fees: For each 15 minutes late, a penalty fee of

$5 will be charged per child.

Phone number to contact SAP

514-457-1362 THIS NUMBER IS AVAILABLE

ONLY DURING DAYCARE

OPERATION HOURS

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ABSENCE / LATENESS If your child is to be absent or late, please inform the day camp coordination team before 9 am at

514-457-1660.

OUTING DAYS We are not responsible for delays. It is your responsibility to ensure that your child is on time to catch the bus for the outing. We cannot delay the departure of the buses. During the return, if the time is delayed, we will change the message on the voicemail at

514-457-1660 to inform you of our new arrival time.

To ensure better control and monitoring of the young campers, please note that parents are not allowed to participate in outings or any other activities taking place during camp hours. Please note that, in case of rain, outdoor outings will be cancelled.

YOUR CHILD’S GROUP

Your child will be given the name of their counsellor at their arrival

on Monday morning. Once in the reception hall your child can

go directly to his/her team corner and meet their counsellor

for the week.

IMPORTANT

Wearing the camp T-shirt is compulsory during

outings.

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COMMUNICATIONS A bulletin board for parents will be set up in the Centre Harpell lobby. You will find the memo for the week and the special activities that will take place at the camp. Every Monday, your child will receive the memo for the week in his/her lunch box, including all the information for the outing. We invite you to speak with the coordination team in case of questions or dissatisfaction. Our doors are always open and we will be happy to help you.

MEDICATION If your child must take medication during camp, we ask you to fill out the appropriate information form during the Day Camp registration. This form will allow us to obtain your permission for us to administer the medicine to your child, if applicable.

EPIPEN or TWINJECT procedure for 5 to 7 years old

The monitor may, with the permission of a parent, keep in his possession the EpiPen or Twinject of a child of his group at all times during camp activities.

Please remember to bring the EpiPen/Twinject back home every night. EPIPEN or TWINJECT, procedure for 8 to 12 years old :

A child who possesses an EpiPen or Twinject will have to wear it in a suitable bag at all times during camp activities, with the exception of the pool period. An assigned place, known by all counsellors, is scheduled to hold the medication while the child is in the water.

To facilitate the identification of children with allergies, a list will be displayed in the animator room indicating all children with allergies and the group they belong to. In addition, a note will be indicated on the animators’ group lists, which they will have on them at all times.

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SUMMER FEES 2020

PACKAGES

NUMBER OF CHILDREN PER FAMILY

REGISTRATION FEES (cost by package)

RESIDENT NON-

RESIDENT

Regular Camps – Ages 5 to 12 1 package of 4 days (Outing included).Available: Week 1 only

1st child 2nd child 3rd child

$120 $115 $110

$144

Regular Camps – Ages 5 to 12 7 packages of one week each (Outing included) Available:. Week 2 to 8

1st child 2nd child 3rd child

$150 $145 $140

$180

Specialized SWIMMING Camp 3 packages of 2 weeks each (Outing included) Available: Week (3 & 4) (5 & 6) (7 & 8)

1st child 2nd child 3rd child

$340 $330 $320

$400

Specialized DISCOVERY Camp Ages 10 to 13 - Package of one week each (Outing included). Available: Week (3) (5) (6)

Per child $205 $235

Counsellor in training program (CIT) Ages 14 and 15 | camp t-shirt included 2 packages of 2 weeks. Available: Week (3 & 4) (5 & 6)

$185 $225

Extended Daycare service (SAP) (Cost for 4 days)

Available: Week 1 only

AM $20

PM $20

AM and PM $32

Extended Daycare service (SAP) (Cost per week)

Available: Week 2 to 8.

AM $25

PM $25

AM and PM $40

Camp t-shirt Mandatory for all participants

$12

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REGISTRATION PRIORITY

Registration priority for Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue residents:

Wednesday, April 1st : 4 pm to 7 pm During this evening, you will have a chance to meet members of the Day Camp team.

For all, if places are still available:

Thursday, April 2nd : 1 pm to 6 :30 pm

As of April 14th, 2020:

If places are still available, registration at the Recreation Department reception desk, during regular office hours

LATE REGISTRATION, TRANSFER, REIMBURSEMENT, ETC.

During camp season, June 29th to August 21st, if places are still available, here are the dates to respect for new registrations, adding, cancellation, modifications, reimbursement, transfer, etc.:

WEEKS – SUMMER 2019

DATES From Monday to Friday From 9 am to 4 pm

If places available – DEADLINES FOR: Registration, cancellation, modification, reimbursement, changing dates, etc.

Week 1 – 4 days From June 29th to July 3rd Friday, June 19th, before 11 am

Week 2 From July 6th to 10th Friday, June 26th, before 11 am

Week 3 From July 13th to 17th Friday, July 3rd, before 11 am

Week 4 From July 20th to 24th Friday, July 10th, before 11 am

Week 5 From July 27th to 31st Friday, July 17th, before 11 am

Week 6 From August 3rd to 7th Friday, July 24th, before 11 am

Week 7 From August 10th to 14th Friday, July 31st, before 11 am

Week 8 – places limited From August 17th to 21st Friday, July 31st, before 11 am

Please note:

If you wish to benefit from the resident’s rate, please include a photocopy of a proof of residence.

The registration forms will be processed on a first come first served basis.

Confirmation will be sent to you within two weeks following your registration.

Camp fees are tax deductible.

Transfers from one week to another must be used during the same summer period.

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REIMBURSEMENT POLICY

• Reimbursement possible up to one week before the start of the activity or program. (Please refer to the dates in the table on the previous page)

• 15% administration fees apply, minimum amount of $15

• No reimbursement in case of expulsion or withdrawal • In case of cancellation by the Town, full reimbursement • Reimbursement possible in proportion to the usage of the service, solely in case of illness, with

presentation of a medical certificate, administration fees apply • The Town will charge $45 for any NSF cheque or any cheque refused by the bank for any reason

MODIFICATION

The Recreation Department may cancel an activity if the minimum number of participants has not been met.

PAYMENT TERMS

Paiement can be made by:

Check payable to Ville de Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue

Debit Card

Visa

MasterCard

No cash payment

The payment can be made in installments, but by check only. Post-dated checks must be attached to the initial registration.

Less than $300: Check in the total amount $300 to $599: $300 immediately, balance on April 30th $600 to $899: $300 immediately, $300 on April 30th, balance on May 21st $900 and over: $300 immediately, $300 on April 30th, $300 on May 21st, balance on June 18th

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER