At the KOC, we serve visitors through 3 different streams; Family Connections, Clinical Supports, and Group Adventures. Through Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 we have vacancy available in our Group Adventures and Clinical Supports.
Clinical Supports at Kinark Outdoor Centre bring together the expertise of Behaviour Analysts, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Clinical Supervisors, and Family Support Professionals with the magic of camp. Whether families are building social skills, strengthening communication, learning behaviour strategies, navigating services, developing motor and daily living skills, or gaining practical parenting tools, each program blends clinical support with outdoor adventures, camp traditions, and meaningful family experiences. Through hands-on learning, shared activities, and time in nature, families grow their confidence, deepen connections, and leave with practical strategies, new friendships, and memories that last long after camp ends.
More information about these programs will be announced in Fall 2026.
Pack your sense of adventure! OAP Family Socials combine the fun of a family camp getaway with clinically supported social skill development. Families enjoy outdoor activities, camp games, and share experiences while receiving guidance from an OAP-approved clinical supervisor.
Through hands-on learning, observation, and coaching, participants build skills such as communication, cooperation, self-awareness, decision-making, and positive social interactions. Families leave with practical strategies, stronger connections, and lasting camp memories. A final clinical report is provided following the program.
Ideal for: families with OAP funding.
Programming season: Offered during the summer, fall and winter months- June-March.
Learn, connect, and grow together in the great outdoors! ABA Training is a 3-day immersive experience that combines hands-on Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) training with the fun and connection of a family camp. Parents and caregivers receive practical coaching from ABA professionals while children participate in safe, supervised camp activities.
With meals, recreation, and family time included, families build skills, confidence, and connections in a supportive outdoor environment. An optional respite weekend is available the following weekend at an additional cost to practice the training your family has acquired.
Ideal for: families with one or more child with a diagnosis.
Programming season: Offered during the fall and winter months- October-March.
Service Navigation for Families is a supportive camp-based program at Kinark Outdoor Centre (KOC) designed for families who have recently received a clinical diagnosis for their child. Through guided workshops, practical planning activities, and peer connections, caregivers gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate services, support, and next steps for their family.
While caregivers participate in sessions focused on advocacy, service pathways, and building support networks, children enjoy supervised camp activities, outdoor adventures, and camp fun. Families leave with practical tools, valuable connections, and the confidence to move forward, all while enjoying the welcoming community and experience of camp.
Ideal for: families with one or more children with a (newer) diagnosis.
Programming season: Offered during the fall and winter months- October-March.
AAC Family Camp combines expert clinical support with the fun and connection of camp. Led by a speech-language pathologist, families who use Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) receive practical coaching and hands-on strategies to build communication skills in everyday settings.
Through camp activities, meals, social experiences, and family-focused sessions, families build confidence, strengthen communication, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Rooted in the HUG philosophy, Helping, Uplifting, and Growing, this program empowers families to learn, connect, and grow together.
Ideal for: families who participate in SLP clinical blocks and families who use AAC.
Programming season: Offered during the fall and winter months- October-March.
Occupational & Physical Therapy Family Camp blends expert clinical support with the adventure and connection of camp. Led by Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists, this immersive weekend program helps children and youth build motor, sensory, mobility, and daily living skills through outdoor play, movement, camp activities, and real-world experiences.
Through camp games, shared meals, and family-focused activities, children develop skills in a fun supportive environment while caregivers gain practical strategies to support success at home. Rooted in the HUG philosophy, Helping, Uplifting, and Growing, families leave with new skills, stronger connections, and lasting camp memories.
Ideal for: families who participate in OT/PT clinical service blocks.
Programming season: Offered during the fall and winter months- October-March.
