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Camp Life
Real-World Skills for Real Independence!
Master Essential Life Skills This Summer
Camp Life is designed for teens and tweens ready to take their independence to the next level! Our comprehensive program combines practical skill-building with social connection in real community settings.
What Your Teen Will Learn:
🚌 Transit Training
Navigate public transportation confidently
Read schedules and plan routes
Practice safety awareness and problem-solving
Build independence for school and community access
🏪 Community Skills
Explore local businesses and services
Practice appropriate community behavior
Learn to ask for help and access resources
Build confidence in unfamiliar environments
💳 Purchasing & Payment Skills
Handle money and make change
Use debit/credit cards appropriately
Compare prices and make smart choices
Practice budgeting and financial planning
🤝 Social Skills Development
Build friendships with peers
Practice conversation and social cues
Navigate group dynamics
Develop conflict resolution skills
Camp Life is supervised by a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and may be eligible for submission to OAP funding.
Camp Life requires a minimum commitment of 3 days per week.
Perfect for Teens Who:
Independence
Want more independence in their daily lives
Confidence
Want to build confidence using public transit
Explore
Are ready to explore their community
Prepare
Are preparing for high school or post-secondary
Practice
Need practice with money management
Friendship
Enjoy learning alongside peers
Camp Runs: July 20, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Age range: 12 - 17
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: Mondays and Fridays are spent at the Progressive Life Centre - 275 MacKenzie Ave #350 in Ajax. Wednesday is Community Outing Day, where participants practice skills in real-world settings.
**The Progressive Life Centre will be closed Monday August 3 and no programs will run**
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