Summer camp Registration Opens soon
Each camp is packed with a fun range of projects, including eco-inspired creations, clay sculpting, fabric dyeing with natural materials, puppet-making, zine creation, painting, stamping, tie-dye, felting, and weaving. Campers also enjoy drama games and music. No weeks are the same, each session is uniquely shaped by the skills and passions of that camps lead instructor.
Learn more about Instructor: Instructor details coming soon!
Essential Camp Details
July 13-17, 2026
Drop-off: 8:30 AM
Pick-up: 3:15 – 3:30 PM
Cost
$395
Location:
Maplewood House (2nd Floor)
399 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver, V7H 1S6
Campers will:
- Venture beyond the cabin on daily nature walks through the beautiful forest surrounding Maplewood House
- Hear the sounds of nearby farm animals and enjoy breaks in our private playground overlooking the neighbouring farm, home to many friendly goats
- Share their creations during our Friday afternoon mini-exhibition, families are invited to come early to celebrate all the creativity!
- Experience supportive camp sizes. Max number of participants is 12 kids.
- Be led by a professional instructor and a team of passionate volunteers, ensuring every camper receives personalized attention, encouragement, and the freedom to explore their creativity.
What to bring
Nut-free lunch and snacks
Reusable water bottle (labeled)
Running shoes or sneakers (no flip-flops or sandals)
Weather and art-making-appropriate clothing, including:
Rain jacket and boots for wet days
Spare change of clothes
Backpack to carry all items
Any required medications: EpiPens, inhalers, or other essential items
Allergy instructions or medical needs (please inform staff upon arrival)
Optional: comfort item for younger campers (please label)
Beach day on Thursday, please bring:
Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen
Sun hat
Special Days:
Thursday:
On Thursday, we’ll spend half the day (from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM) at the beach along the Seymour River, just moments from Maplewood House. Shallow dipping is allowed, and there will be plenty of staff on-site to supervise. Please make sure your child brings a swimsuit and a towel for this activity.
Friday Exhibition:
Families are invited to join us on Friday at 3:00 PM for a mini-exhibition to celebrate your child’s artwork. Please bring a bag to take home all of the creations. The exhibition may take place in the forest just outside the building. If you’re not sure where to go, there will be a guide or a note to direct you to the location in the woods.
Age Limit
- This camp is designed for children aged 6–11. Please ensure your child is 6 years old or older on the day of camp before registering.
Waiver & Sign-In/Out Policy
- Parents/guardians will be required to sign a waiver on the first day.
Daily sign-in and sign-out is required.
Please inform us who will be picking up your child each day. ID is required for both drop-off and pick-up.
Waitlists
If the camp you’re hoping for is full, please email info@northvanarts.ca to join the waitlist.
Use the subject header: “Camp Creative Waitlist Week (insert week)” and include:
- Your name, phone number, and email
- The name(s) and age(s) of your child(ren)
- Note on Cancellations:
- Late cancellations reduce opportunities for other families and create financial strain for our non-profit organization. If you need to cancel or switch camps, please notify us promptly. See our full Terms of Service & Refund Policy.
Registration for Camp Creative closes 5 days before the start of the camp.
Contact Information
Camp Creative (Instructor, Venue & Child-Related Matters) – 236-990-7855
North Van Arts Office (Box Office & General Inquiries) – 604-988-6844
Discounts
Become a member and unlock a world of benefits! As part of your membership, you’ll enjoy a 15% discount on select Arts Education Adult & Youth classes and workshops.
Here’s how to get started:
- Membership: Become a member of North Van Arts to access exclusive perks.
- Discount Code: Call us at 604-988-6844 to receive your unique discount code.
- Redeem Discount: Remember, you must be a member before receiving the discount. Once you have your code, simply follow these steps to apply the 15% off:
- Browse the available Adult & Youth classes and workshops.
- During the checkout process, you’ll find a field to enter your coupon code. Enter the code and apply it.
- Your 15% discount will be automatically calculated and reflected in your total purchase amount.
Ready to enhance your artistic journey? Become a member today and take advantage of this incredible offer.
