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Free daily email programming guide for parents

Backyard Camp teams up with Kids Help Phone

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Every weekday morning you will receive a list with the day’s programming for your child including activities inspired by the themes such as dance, sports, nature or crafts. So you are prepared ahead of time, we will send you an email over the prior weekend with a look at the activities planned for the upcoming week.

Purchase arts & crafts, educational and STEM activities

Throughout the summer we’ll be featuring a number of fun, engaging and entertaining products from our friends at Super Toy

Backyard Camp Launches Esports Experience for Families

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Backyard Camp Esports League powered by Mission Control.

Support Kids Help Phone

Fundraising will be used to educate families and youth across Canada about the importance of mental health and well-being while drawing awareness to Kids Help Phone's life changing and saving services and resources.

A list of handy supplies you should have at home

We recommend having some easy to find items available throughout the summer to ensure kids have the materials they need to enjoy the Backyard Camp experience.

Share your favourite activities

Let the Backyard Camp community know about your own favourite activities to do with your kids using #BYCChallenge

Backyard camp to deliver daily camp programming

Parents and caregivers can reboot the summer camp experience at home with today’s launch of Backyard Camp – a new, free service delivering daily activities and customizable programs by email aimed at keeping kids active and engaged all summer long.