Memories to last a lifetime.
All YMCA overnight camp programs take place at YMCA Camp Elphinstone, located on BC's Sunshine Coast. Overnight camp includes summer one-week and two-week sessions, extended leadership programs for teens, wilderness expeditions, and family camps.
Registration for 2025 YMCA Camp Elphinstone programs is open now! Find registration links on this page below.
See our 2025 Camp Program Guide for more information on all Overnight, Day and Family Camp programming.
Overnight Camp
With an emphasis on building independence and personal development, campers gain confidence in the overnight camp setting. Campers learn new skills and challenge themselves with many traditional camp activities like canoeing, archery, and ropes courses. From specialized sailing or out-tripping camps to shorter introductory sessions for little ones, we have something for everyone.
Overnight Programs:
One and Two Week Camps (7-15 years)
McNabb Camp (5-7 years)
Four-Day Out-trip (12-14 years)
Nine-Day Out-trip (13-15 years)
Leadership Development 1 (15-16 years)
Leadership Development 2 (16-17 years)
Registration for our 2025 programs will open Jan. 24! See our Camp Program Guide below for important information such as programming descriptions, session dates, registration fees, camp policies and more. Start planning out your Camp Elphinstone experience!
View our 2025 Camp Program Guide
Contact us at camp.elphinstone@bc.ymca.ca for more info.
Family Camp
YMCA Camp Elphinstone offers an ideal setting for families to focus on what’s most important—spending time together. Family Camp, which takes place in late summer and during Thanksgiving Weekend, is a great way for families to escape the city without the hassle of pitching a tent or driving long distances.
2025 Family Camp Dates:
Summer Family Camp: Aug. 24-27 (all ages)
Fall Family Camp: Oct. 10-12 (all ages)
Registration for our 2025 programs will open Jan. 24! See our Camp Program Guide below for important information such as programming descriptions, session dates, registration fees, camp policies and more. Start planning out your Camp Elphinstone experience!
View our 2025 Camp Program Guide
Contact us at camp.elphinstone@bc.ymca.ca for more info.
Preparing for Camp: Off to Camp Guides
Prepare for camp with our Off to Camp Guides containing details on what to expect, packing lists, health & safety, and more.
Off to Camp Guides for the 2025 season coming soon!
Health and Safety
The health and safety of your child is our first priority. We comply with various health and safety regulations and industry standards to ensure that we offer a safe environment for all our YMCA Camp Elphinstone Overnight Camp program participants.
Read Health and Safety Info for Overnight Camps
Financial Assistance
We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to attend camp. That's why the YMCA offers financial assistance to those whose circumstances would otherwise prevent them from joining us.
If Financial Assistance may be appropriate for your family to access YMCA Camp Elphinstone programming, please complete an application form to be considered. Completed forms can be returned to camp.elphinstone@bc.ymca.ca and may be submitted in advance of registration opening on Jan. 24. Please email us with any questions about Financial Assistance and the application process.