YWCA Halifax

Palifax is an exciting and free summer day camp where young participants embark on a journey of self-discovery, creative expression, community advocacy, and amplifying their voices!

We’re thrilled to partner with the MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning to host this camp in a vibrant and engaging space.

Palifax Campers

The Palifax Summer Camp is for young girls, non-binary or gender diverse youth, ages 11 to 14 in the Halifax Regional Municipality.

Your When and Where

July Camp

Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 to Friday July 5th, 2024
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning
50 Queen St. Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1G1

August Camp

Tuesday August 6, 2024 to Friday August 9, 2024
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location to be announced!

Sign Up for Palifax July Camp!

We have so many fun and creative activities planned! Make sure to register early as space is limited.

To sign up, please fill out the registration form:

Camp (select one): *

Palifax in Halifax – July 2-5 10am-3pm

What organization are you with? *

MacPhee Centre
YWCA Halifax

Have you been part of MacPhee Centre programming in the past? *

Participant Information:

Name: *

Date of Birth: *

School: *

Gender: *

Postal Code: *

Allergies:

Dietary Restrictions:

Is there anything you would like us to know about the participant that can help us accommodate their needs?:

Why do you think your youth would benefit from this camp?:

Parent/Guardian Information:

Parent / Guardian Name: *

Relationship to youth: *

Phone (home/cell): *

Phone (work/other): *

Email: *

Consent: I understand the participation in camp is voluntary, and involves a certain degree of risk. After carefully considering the risks involved, and having full confidence that reasonable precautions will be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of my child/ward, I grant permission for my child / ward to participate in camp and to participate fully in its activities. *

I agree
I do not agree

Date: *

Media Release: During all Youth Programs, photos and videos may be taken. This is done for the purpose of evaluation and documentation. These images may also be used to fundraise and promote our programs. I understand that my child / ward will be allowed to participate in camp whether or not the media release is signed. By signing below, I hereby give YWCA Halifax permission to photograph or film my child / ward while participating in camp, and to publish, exhibit, and distribute these materials in print or electronic form. *

I agree
I do not agree

Date: *

After submitting your application you will be contacted if your child has been accepted or placed on a waitlist. *Please note applying does not guarantee a place in the camp.

cyanotype print craft with youth and kids at summer camp — _{Cyanotype print Palifax camp craft with youth}!

Questions and Contact

To learn more or ask questions, please contact:

Stacie Smith (she/her) | Youth Programs Lead
s.smith@ywcahalifax.com