Join Our Team!

Applications for the 2025 Season open in mid-January! 

Welcome future camp leader! 🌟

Are you interested in a rewarding summer experience? Willowgrove Day Camp is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team.

Located on a 100-acre farm, we offer an entirely outdoors program with activities like climbing, archery, swimming, arts & crafts, and more. Whether you want to be a camp counsellor, lead activities, or work in aquatics, there’s a role for you. If you love camp energy, special events, helping campers make memories, and making a competitive camp wage, we’d love to meet you!

 

Why Work With Us?

Make a Difference:
Be a role model and inspire kids to discover their potential. The friendships and bonds you form with campers will create lasting impacts. 

Gain Real Lifeskills:
Develop valuable skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication—skills that are useful in any career.

Create Lasting Relationships:
Join a close-knit community and make lifelong friends. These connections can support you in your future endeavours.

Spend Summer Outdoors:
Spend your summer outside and in nature, exploring our beautiful, 100-acre farm and unique Greenbelt property.

Endless Fun:
Camp is a fun and rewarding job! You actually get paid to play outside, lead activities, and create unforgettable memories. 

 

What We're Looking For

  • Passion for working with youth: Our staff are key to creating a memorable camp experience. We are looking for individuals who possess a genuine love for working with children and are committed to creating a welcoming and positive environment.

  • Love for the outdoors: Our programs run outdoors, rain or shine! We are looking for staff who share a love for the outdoors and enjoy creating opportunities for campers to explore the natural world.

  • Problem Solvers: Camp life is fast-paced and ever-changing. We need adaptable, creative problem solvers who thrive in this dynamic environment. 

  • Team Players:  We are seeking staff who are team players and are capable of working well with fellow staff members to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere for everyone.

  • Willingness to Learn: A desire to grow both personally and professionally. Being open to feedback and ready to adapt is essential!

How Working at Camp Benefits Your Future

Working at Willowgrove Day Camp is more than just a summer job—it’s a boost for your future career!

  • Gain valuable experience that stands out in college applications and job interviews

  • Develop self-confidence, time management, and leadership skills

  • Learn to manage groups and teach new skills

  • Build strong connections within the community

 

Important Dates

All Staff Training Dates

Training Weekend 1: June 7 + 8* 

Training Weekend 2: June 21 + 22*

*Mandatory for All Staff

2025 Camp Season

Runs from: June 30 - August 22 

Hiring priority will be given to staff who are able to work all 8 weeks of camp. 6 week contracts are also a possibility. 

Specialty Training

Training Day: June 27* 

*Mandatory for Leadership Team, Program Staff, Aquatics Staff and Inclusion Staff 

 

Camp Calendar

 

How to Join Our Team

  1. Take a look at our available Camp Positions below.

  2. Fill out our Apply Now online application. 

  3. Set up an interview when you receive an email.  

We can’t wait to hear from you! Apply now and get ready to create memories that’ll last a lifetime. 

 

Questions? Email our Camp Director at: sarah@willowgrove.ca. 

2025 Camp Positions

Click on Position Titles to view job descriptions