summer camps

Caledon, ON – This summer, creativity takes centre stage as Caledon Public Library (CPL) launches its first-ever Summer Makerspace Camps, delivered in partnership with the Town of Caledon Recreation Department, held in the Cory Trépanier Creativity Studio at the Caledon East Community Complex.

Designed for curious, creative kids who love to build, design, and experiment, these hands-on camps offer an exciting opportunity to explore real-world maker technologies in a supportive, supervised environment.

Campers will use tools such as 3D printers and 3D scanners, Cricut digital cutting machines, Direct-to-Garment printing, and a laser cutter to bring their ideas to life. No prior experience is required, just imagination and a willingness to try something new.

“CPL’s makerspaces are typically designed for ages 13 and up,” said Laura Groe, CPL’s Program & Outreach Manager. “These camps create the opportunity for younger participants to confidently explore creative technologies and discover what they’re capable of.”

Two camps will be offered in Summer 2026:
July 20–24, 2026 (Ages 10–14)
Maker to Market: Build Your Big Idea
A full-day camp (9am–4pm) where participants design, create, and refine a maker project while learning about prototyping, design thinking, and introductory entrepreneurial concepts. Mornings will be facilitated by CPL staff, with afternoon recreation programming led by Town of Caledon camp counsellors.

August 10–14, 2026 (Ages 9–12)
Maker Quest: Design, Test, Create!
A half-day camp (9am–12:30pm) introducing younger makers to hands-on creative projects using maker tools, guided design challenges, and collaborative problem-solving.

“These camps provide a welcoming and engaging environment where kids can safely explore, problem-solve, and build new skills,” said Catherine Arthurs, CPL’s Maker & Emerging Technologies Supervisor. “Campers will leave with greater confidence, practical experience, and pride in what they’ve created.”

Registration and camp logistics are managed by the Town of Caledon Recreation Department. Camps are open to both residents and non-residents.

Families can find full details and register through the Town of Caledon Camps page under Leadership Camps.

This summer, let your child imagine it, design it, and make it happen.