About this Event
Skills Ontario FNMI (First Nation, Métis, and Inuit) Summer Camp is a two day program for Indigenous youth entering grades 7-9. The program runs in various locations across the province during the months of July and August, on select days from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm each day. Through hands-on activities relevant to the skilled trades, campers develop communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Campers take part in hands-on counselor and industry-led workshops that introduce them to a variety of topics in the industrial, construction, motive power, services and technology sectors; they explore careers in skilled trades through interactive games, industry tours and entrepreneurship programs. The camps are facilitated in partnership with colleges, industries and community volunteers who are committed to giving the campers an outstanding hands-on experience. Note that schedules vary per location based on available volunteers and programming.
Through our First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) Initiatives, we do our best to ensure that our programs are led by and inclusive of Indigenous peoples. As we connect youth to Indigenous community members, we develop and deliver programs with this as our top priority. Skills Ontario is dedicated to respecting Indigenous culture; we try to employ FNMI peoples in positions relating to FNMI youth where possible and consult with local First Nations communities when we run events in their area, seeking mentors, elders, and youth to participate.
At Skills Ontario we are committed to providing a barrier-free environment which allows everyone to participate in our programs and competitions. During our consent form, we will ask about any accommodation required.
* Cancellations received up to 22 days prior to the start of camp will be subject to a $40 administration fee, while cancellations requested within 21 days or less are non-refundable.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
75 Ashtonbee Rd, 75 Ashtonbee Road, Toronto, Canada
CAD 150.00
