Frequently Asked Questions - Summer 2009

Is before & after care available? • Is lunch provided? • What about parking? • Can my child & their friend be placed in the same camp? • What if I wish to withdraw from the program? • Are there discounts available? • Are camps tax deductible?• Medical information • Can UCalgary camps accomodate special needs children? • Where do I go on the first day of camp?

Q. Is before and after care available?

A. Pre and post camp care is available for most of our camps. Check your camp listing to be certain. The majority of our programs start at 8:30 am or 8:45 am. Note: There is no pre-camp care available on the first day of camp*

• Pre Camp Care 7:30-8:30am each week
$25 (4 day), ($20 for the week of Aug 3-6)
• Post Camp Care 4:30-5:30pm each week
$25 (4 day), ($20 for the week of Aug 3-6)
Register on-line (just follow the links,) by phone (220-7749,) or register in person at Kinesiology Client Services.

Q. Is lunch provided?

Lunch service is not provided. Please send your campers with a nutritious lunch and snacks as they will be busy, active and need to keep fueled!

Q. What about parking?

An electronic parking pass will be sent to you via email after registration. The pass is good for a 15 minute window as you drop off or pick up your child, for the duration of your camp. Simply print the pass and place it on your dash. The pass is good for lots 10,11 and 12 (enter from 32nd Ave and Collegiate Blvd on north side of campus.)

• A map of appropriate parking locations is available at www.ucalgary.ca/map
• Olympic Oval Camps: Parking passes for Absolute Speed only.

Q. Can my child and their friend be placed in the same camp?

Absolutely, if the campers fit in the same age grouping stipulated by the desired camp. Should there be special circumstances surrounding this request (i.e. ESL summer exchange student), please contact a Kinesiology Client Services representative at 403- 220-7749 to discuss.

Q. What if I wish to withdraw from the program?

Most camps allow for a withdrawal or transfer up to one week prior to the start date of the camp. A full refund minus an administration
fee of $20 to $25 is provided.

What if I withdraw after the withdrawal/refund date?

Each camp has its own specific policies that may require contacting the coordinator of that camp. However, most camps do not provide a refund unless it is for a medical or emergency reason. Medical circumstances require an official written doctor's note. The refund amount is specific to each camp and may be pro-rated based on camp time completed at time of withdrawal.

Q. Are there discounts available?

Discounts available for Mini U Camps (excluding Directors Cut):U of C staff and multiple family registrants receive a $25 discount.Cannot be combined. Contact a Kinesiology Client Services to receive discount.

• Discounts available for Dinos Development Camps: Early bird discount if registered before May 1. Available only when registering online.

Q. Are camps tax deductible?

Yes, for working parents, University camps qualify as a deductible child-care expense. Many of our active camps also qualify for the Federal Government's Child Fitness Tax credit.

Once registered for a camp, your receipt will clearly outline the dollar amount eligible for tax credit.

Informed Consent & Medical Information

Every camp program requires an online informed consent and completed medical information form. This form form must be filled out for every camp - even if the child is registered in multiple programs over the summer. You may be asked to complete this form at the time of an online registration, or follow the detailed directions that are outlined on your confirmation of registration.

Every Camp programs require a completed and updated Online Medical Informationform. Even if you have completed this form in the past, it is yourresponsibility to ensure it is updated with accurate medical and emergencycontact information.

These forms must becompleted before check-in on the first day of camp. If you fail to do so, itwill significantly delay your child's participation in the camp program.

Q. Can UCalgary Camps accommodate special needs students?

Please note that the University of Calgary will attempt to accommodate any students with special needs, however, given our limited resources, the University is not in a position to absorb the additional costs, if any, associated with this accommodation. Any student requiring accommodation should notify the camp co-ordinator well in advance with any special needs requests.

Q. Where do I go on the first day of camp?

Download a pdf that shows the registration locations for each camp.