YMCA Camp Kanannaq

Please note- with the construction on Del Laverdure Drive, pick-up and drop-off location have changed for Camp Kanannaq Sessions between August 24 – August 28.

Find your camper's photos here- ymcacampkanannaq.smugmug.com/2026

Get ready for YMCA Camp Kanannaq! -

Get ready for YMCA Camp Kanannaq! Welcome back to YMCA Camp Kanannaq, where summer happens! For over 15 years we’ve been dedicated to fostering a strong connection with nature, and helping children and youth grow, learn, and play in an outdoor environment. We acknowledge, with much gratitude, that our work and our beautiful locati...

Why Are They Swimming?

Because some of their best camp memories started on the water.

The camp waterfront was a place of adventure, friendship, challenge, and discovery.

Years later, a group of camp alumni—including Paralympic medalist Donovan Tildesley—are returning to the water to help other children experience those same opportunities.

Because when barriers are removed, children discover confidence, belonging, and potential they can carry for life.

🌊 Swim today. 🌲 Camp this summer. ✨ Impact for a lifetime.

Donate today via the link in bio.

From Camp Waterfront to Channel Crossing

Years ago, three campers spent their summers swimming, paddling, and making memories at camp.

This week, they're swimming across the Thornbrough Channel, from Gambier Island to Camp Elphinstone, to help send more kids to camp.

Among the swimmers is Donovan Tildesley—Paralympic medalist, former Canadian Paralympic flag bearer, and world-record-holding swimmer. But before those achievements, he was a camper building confidence, connection, and a love of the water.

Now, he and a group of camp alumni are making waves so more children can discover what's possible.

💙 Help remove barriers. Help send a kid to camp.

Donate today via the link in bio.

The confirmed dates for the upcoming Pine Leadership 1 session is August 17-28. Don't miss out and register today at ymcacampkanannaq.campbrainregistration.com!

Register today at ymcacampkanannaq.campbrainregistration.com.

Register today at ymcacampkanannaq.campbrainregistration.com!