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Youth Initiatives

Youth Camps

Note: Camp registration is currently closed, including the Financial Assistance Application. Sign up to be notified once new youth camps are available.

Note: Camp registration is now open!

RRC Polytech offers a variety of in-person camps for kids in Winnipeg and all across Manitoba that are fun and engaging and teach lifelong skills.

Get Creative!

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The camps are centred on tech, creativity, culture and business and are run by friendly, experienced instructors who will keep your kids engaged for hours.

These camps are for youth ages 9-17 and run in July.

Seats for each camp are very limited so register early!

Summer Camps

Advanced Photography Camp New

kid with camera

Ages 12-14.

Unlock the creative potential of a young photographer with a passion for capturing beautiful images using DSLR and mirrorless cameras. This hands-on camp is designed to dive deeper into the photographic elements of landscapes, portraits and nature while exploring storytelling, composition and lighting.

Design Your Dream Room Camp

kids building

Ages 12-14.

In collaboration with IKEA, campers will learn the basics of interior decorating and room layout under the guidance of an RRC Polytech interior decorating professional. Bring your imagination and let the skills and tools provided bring your ideas to life.

Diner Classics and Breakfast Bootcamp New

youth cooking

Ages 15-17.

Rise and shine for a hands-on, flavour-packed week at our Diner Classics and Breakfast Bootcamp! Whether you’re flipping the perfect pancakes, crisping up golden hash browns, or crafting the ultimate burger and fries, you’ll learn to cook like a pro from prep to plating. 

Electrify Your Game Camp! New

youth building

Ages 12-14.

Throughout this hands-on industrial arts camp, campers will dive into the exciting world of electronics, woodworking and graphic arts while bringing their own “Operation” style board game to life!

Entrepreneurship Design Sprint Camp

kids building

Ages 9-11, 12-14.

This camp is perfect for the budding entrepreneur. Campers will develop a product from idea to minimal viable product, going through a design sprint.

Girls Exploring Trades and Technology Camp

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Ages 12-14.

GETT an introduction to applied skills and technology careers available for girls with this camp that reinforces science, advanced math and industrial arts skills.

Girls in Motion: Shifting Gears in Automotive Trades Camp New

Instructor overseeing kids fixing wheels

Ages 12-14.

This is an immersive, hands-on summer camp designed to introduce young women to the exciting world of automotive technology, heavy-duty mechanics and collision repair.

Indigenous Cultural Exploration Camp

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Ages 9-11.

Campers will be guided through experiential learning while incorporating Indigenous cultural activities. Activities will include drumming, singing, Indigenous crafts and visiting RRC Polytech’s Medicine Wheel Garden.

Next-Level Coding: Python and Interactive Tech Camp New

youth on computer

Ages 15-17.

This camp is perfect for future programmers, engineers and tech innovators who want to gain hands-on coding experience and explore how programming powers the world around us!

Out and About Photography Camp

girl doing photography

Ages 12-14.

Join this unique creative experience and explore landscapes, portraits and nature through a lens. This camp focuses on smartphone photography, teaching campers how to capture stunning images with their personal devices.

Sweet Treats Baking Camp 

kids baking

Ages 9-11.

Welcome to the Sweet Treats Baking Camp, where young bakers can indulge their passion for cookies and cupcakes! This delightful camp is designed to inspire creativity in the kitchen while learning basic baking and decorating skills.  

Wheels in Motion: A Transportation Technology Camp

kids learning with wheel

Ages 12-14.

Embark on an exciting journey into transportation technology with this summer camp opportunity at RRC Polytech! Campers will explore hands-on experiences in our four departments: Automotive Repair, Heavy-Duty Industry, Collision Repair, and Outdoor Power Equipment.

Financial Assistance Available

If your family is considered near or low income based on the following table, please complete the Financial Assistance Application below to request a no-cost camp spot.

The information provided will be kept confidential and will be used solely for the purpose of evaluating your application.

Please contact youthcamps@rrc.ca with any questions.

Financial Assistance Qualification Chart
Household SizeMaximum Gross Household Income
1 person$29,380
2 persons$36,576
3 persons$44,966
4 persons$54,594
5 persons$61,920
6 persons$69,834
7+ persons$77,750
Please note the above table is based on the Low Income Cut Off (LICO) established by the Government of Canada. These figures represent household gross income (before taxes).

Financial Assistance Application

Please complete this application to request a no-cost spot at one of our 2025 summer camps.

Financial Assistance Application

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Refunds and Questions

Refunds must be requested at least eight calendar days before the camp start date.

To request a refund or to ask a question about RRC Polytech’s Youth Camps, contact us.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.