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CAMP OC

Encouraging curiosity and confidence through hands-on experiences in engineering, arts, science, culinary, trades, tech and more!
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Air Quality Update

Camp OC follows the Central Okanagan Air Quality index when making decisions regarding outdoor activities.

When the Air Quality Health Index is Moderate to High - we open additional indoor spaces for lunch and recess times.

The health and well-being of our campers is our main priority.

Camp OC Registration 2026

We’ve heard from our community about the difficulties with registration and appreciate the thoughtful feedback you’ve shared. The system has notable limitations, and as we work to improve what we can, we will continue staggering registration days and age groups to help ease system demands and reduce registration issues.

Once registered, you will receive a Camp OC reminder email 5 days prior to the camp start date. This will include details regarding campus location, room number, parking information, drop-off and pick-up times, and much more.

Parental Consent Forms must be completed for all 2026 campers (new and returning).  

**Please Note: Register your child, not yourself. 

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About Camp OC

Camp OC is delivered by a collaborative team dedicated to creating a fun, safe, and educational summer experience for campers across Okanagan College campuses. Together, we focus on inclusion, safety, and meaningful learning so every camper feels welcome and supported.

Our Team

Camp OC Leadership Team – Program oversight and quality assurance across campuses.

Camp OC Summer Team – Instructors and staff who run daily activities, provide support to campers, and oversee supervision.

Leadership in Action students & Youth Volunteers – High school peer mentors who support activities while developing leadership skills. Student volunteers are identified by their lime green or hot pink Camp OC t-shirts. 

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Camp OC is committed to offering your child a safe, fun, and educational experience. Our goal is to ensure that your child’s camp experience is positive by providing quality content, instructors, and facilities. If something is not meeting your expectations, please reach out so we can find a solution – we’re here to help!

Camp OC Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm

After Camp Care Available in Kelowna and Penticton from 3:30-5:00pm.

Our daily schedule balances structured activities, hands-on learning, and outdoor play. Lesson plans are designed to be interactive and engaging, with activities that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Screen time is limited to short educational videos used only to provide inspiration or examples for camp projects - unless the camp is computer specific. Movies are typically restricted to the optional lunchtime showing in the cafeteria (Kelowna campus only)

Drop Off8:00 - 8:30amInstructors and Camp Staff do not arrive before 8:00am. Camp OC does not offer before camp care.
Recess9:45 - 10:15am
  • Campers enjoy a morning outdoor recess for free play and social time, weather permitting
  • Recess times are determined by the teachers, Times may vary
Lunch11:30am - 12:30pm

Campers have lunch choices that vary depending on campus:

  • Outside - picnic tables; outdoor games (depending on campus location) may include soccer, basketball, cornhole, hula hoops, etc.
  • Inside - eat in the cafeteria and then choose quiet or social options: coloring, board games, a family friendly movie, foosball, or ping pong.
  • All lunch and break areas are supervised by our staff to ensure a safe, inclusive environment.

*Reminder: Camp OC does not provide lunch. Please send your child with a packed lunch.

Recess1:45 - 2:15pm
  • Campers enjoy an afternoon outdoor recess for free play and social time, weather permitting.
  • Recess times are determined by the teachers, Times may vary

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Become Involved

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Volunteer

Volunteering at Camp OC is a great way to spend your summer while making a positive impact on the children in your community. Students entering Grades 9-12 are invited to join us, gain valuable experience, build confidence, give back to their community, and be part of a supportive camp team.
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Leadership in Action

The Leadership in Action program gives students in Grades 10-12 the chance to grow as leaders while making a real impact volunteering with children at Camp OC - a fun day camp for kids! You will lead activities, support campers, and model positive behaviour - all while gaining confidence, experience, and leadership skills that last beyond camp.
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Work at Camp OC

Camp OC offers a variety of summer employment opportunities, from hands-on camp roles to behind-the-scenes support - there's a place for everyone. Positions may include Instructors (certified teachers preferred), Camp Attendants, and CEAs. Visit our employment page to explore current openings, or email our team with any questions or inquiries.

Testimonial

I am sending this message today to share my complete and total satisfaction in your summer programming for children.  Words cannot describe how satisfied I am as a parent of a child who attended 6 weeks of your summer camp programs.  You have successfully offered some of the most rewarding and educational programs to children in a safe and supportive environment.  Well organized, perfectly executed.

I won’t start on all of the things my kid keeps raving about (but SUPERCARS every day in the parking lot, actual lego products and robotics programs, real computer programming led by actual teachers, freezies for treats, I could go on and on….but I said I wouldn’t). In every camp you went above and beyond.  It was like you sat down and said “these programs are fine like this but what can we do to make them exceptional” and then you did those things.

- Kristi (mom of Henry, new OC fan) 

I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for the incredible experience my daughter had at your recent flight camp. She has been attending various camps throughout the summer, and she enthusiastically shared that this was by far her favorite.

She spoke very highly of her pilot, describing them as friendly, supportive, and generous with flight time—an experience she found both thrilling and empowering. She also greatly appreciated the opportunity to go behind the scenes at the Kelowna airport, including visiting the flight control room and secure areas. These unique insights truly made the camp memorable.

- Edty

We have nothing but great things to say about Camp OC.  My 7 year old daughter did the Mini Passion for Fashion camp last year and loved it.  She used the skills she learned there to teach her little sister how to design clothes and jewelry.  OC has so many fun and unique camps that I have never seen anywhere else.  There is definitely something for everyone! 

Also our family has a hard time finding camps that work for our daughter because she has some medical needs, but Camp OC has some experienced child education assistants who were able to be there to assist our daughter and which made this camp possible for our family.  I would highly recommend Camp OC to anybody!

 - Ashleigh

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Camp OC respectfully acknowledges that the Penticton, Kelowna and Vernon campuses are located on the lands of the Syilx Okanagan People and the Salmon Arm campus is located on the lands of the Secwépemc People. We honour our relations and hold up their knowledge, welcoming all to our house of learning.