Frequently asked questions
Our camp operates on the grounds of the Catholic School of Evangelization, located in the small town of Saint Malo forty five minutes south of Winnipeg. We are nestled behind Paroisse Saint-Malo Parish which can't be missed if you drive into town.
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Activities vary from day to day and depending on the age group. Camps can include activities like archery, canoeing, swimming, mountain biking, outdoor camping nights, music, crafts, beach time, water games, sports, and much more!
On top of these great activities, your child will receive spiritual formation that is faithfully Catholic. We share our faith with kids in a no pressure environment through chapel times, testimonies, faith sharing, men's and women's sessions, music, reconciliation, and mass.
If you have any questions about activities for your child's age or the faith component of camps please don't hesitate to call or email us.
We offer camps for different age groups and languages. Kids can register for camp in the language of their choice, but they should only register for the camps that match their age.
We've build into our program some age overlap for kids that are 8, 12 and 15. This means these kids can choose between 2 different age groupings and attend camp with kids that are a bit younger than them, or a bit older.
Maybe they're 15 and not quite ready to be with the older teens. Or maybe their 8 and want to be with their older sibling. We're ok with that.
Yes! We want to make our camps as accessible to kids as possible. On top of offering some of the lowest registration fees in the province, we also offer options to off-set the sometimes intimidating cost of sending a child to camps. Visit our subsidies page for more details!
Yes! Please make a note of this on your registration, and keep in mind that both kids need to request each other on their registration or through an email. Kids can request a maximum of 2 groupmates.
While every effort is made to honor groupmate requests, it is not a guarantee. To ensure all kids have the best experience we match them with other kids close in age.
If it’s their first time away at camp, especially a sleepover camp, a little mental preparation can go a long way!
Give your child a sense of independence ahead of time. Let them try packing their camp supplies and try arranging a sleepover at a friend or relatives’ house. Even though these are familiar places, they are still not at home and can be useful practice for your child being away at camp.
Reassure children that camp is a safe and fun place to be, and that you're on standby if they need to talk to you. Give them realistic expectations about what kind of fun they will have and let them know that at the end of the week you will be excited to hear all about it.
Our camp leaders are trained to deal with homesick campers, and are usually able to help them through it by distracting them with the many fun activities at camp. If this does not work, the child may be allowed to call home in an attempt for the parent to encourage the child to stay. If your child is struggling we may call you to see what you recommend, because sometimes having a camper call home makes it harder for them to stay. If this does not help and the parent and camper agree that the camper should go home, we would help line that up. In this case the camper will not be able to return to camp that week, nor will any refund be given.
It doesn’t happen to everybody, but when it does it can be a difficult experience for both the parent and the child. Even if you’ve practiced independence before sending your child to camp, he or she may feel the need to be at home with their parents.
Send a note and/or a care package with your child to camp. This will act as a reminder that you’re thinking of them and that you will be there when they get home to hear about their adventure.
Let a camp director know if your child might be apprehensive so they can make sure to include them in activities and help gently guide them through fun activities until they’re able to do it on their own.
Encourage your child to stay at camp the whole week. If home-sick phone calls occur, it can help to remind your child there are only a few more short fun-filled days before heading home.
Yes! A qualified medical officer is always on site while campers are here, and we are only a short 10 minute drive from Saint Pierre Medical Clinic. The health and care of your child are very important to us while they are here. If your child has any medical information please make the camp aware of this through the medical form.
Yes! As a member of the Manitoba Camping Association SMCC undergoes regular assessments and inspection to ensure our camp meets the highest standards of safety and care for your child, our staff, and our volunteers.
Saint Malo Catholic Camps
Règles et directives
Boys must wear shirts except at the beach. Muscle shirts are not permitted.
Girls must wear one-piece bathing suits and any shorts or skirts must be modest. No visible bra-straps or belly buttons.
Clothing should be free from any offensive logos or vulgar/offensive content.
A camper’s personal relationship with God and friendships with others are essential parts of the camp experience. Starting an exclusive relationship while at camp is not permitted, as it can be harmful to group unity and distract from the purpose of camp. Dating can be very healthy in the right context; however it has been known to create distractions from the programming and planned activities. Anyone in a dating relationship is expected to avoid public displays of affection when on site or while participating in camp programing.
For health and group unity reasons, we ask that campers not bring food or drinks to camp. Food will be confiscated and returned upon departure.
There are many great books, video games, etc. out there. However, these can distract us from camp activities, reflection times and fellowship opportunities. We invite you to set aside your time at camp for God and friends. Please leave books, music, video games, cell phones, music players, etc. at home.
Campers may not leave the site unless accompanied by a staff/volunteer.
There will be consequences for bullying and any other verbal, physical or emotional violence. Campers who endanger themselves or others will be sent home at the parents' expense.
For the safety of all campers, volunteers, and staff, weapons are strictly prohibited. This includes knives, safety knives, axes, guns, airsoft guns. red laser lights, and anything resembling a weapon. They will be confiscated and returned to your parent or guardian upon departure.
Use of alcohol or drugs (including cigarettes & vaping products) during camp will lead to automatic dismissal. Only prescription medication will be permitted.
Saint Malo Catholic Camps
SMCC Policies
Conflict of Interest Policy
Provides guidelines for identifying conflicts, disclosing conflicts and procedures to be followed to assist the CSE in managing conflicts of interest and situations that may result in the appearance of a conflict.
Confidentiality Policy
Outlines the expectations of all board members, volunteers and employees of the CSE for protecting confidential information and the procedures for addressing violations to this policy.
Policy for the Protection of Children, Youth, and Vulnerable Adults
How the CSE Safe Environment for Vulnerable Participants Policies apply to staff/volunteers who will be on-site during CSE activities involving children, youth and/or vulnerable adults
SMCC Policies and Procedures
To inform camp staff and volunteers of relevant policies, procedures and other practices at Saint-Malo Catholic Camps.
