The #1 STEAM Camp in York Region!
The STEAM Project is the first and largest STEAM summer camp in Richmond Hill. Now with three different campuses across Richmond Hill & Markham, kids from all over the GTA can spend their summer building projects and learning hands-on skills with our state-of-the-art technology.
What Makes Us Unique
Education Orientated
Our camp is run by Ontario Certified Teachers
STEAM Certified
Hands On Experience
We replace screens with real-life skills and tools to help campers gain knowledge that lasts a lifetime
1:4 Ratio
We maintain a high staff to camper ratio to ensure your kids get the attention they deserve
Browse Our 2023 STEM Summer Camp Programs
At The STEAM Project, we are pleased to be able to offer programming tailored towards different age groups so that all children can gain skills and have fun in an age appropriate setting. Note: Our age groups are based on students’ current grade (in the 2022/2023 school year)
- JK / SK Freshkids
- Gr. 1 & 2 Sprockets
- Gr. 3 & 4 Sophomores
- Gr. 5 & 6 Juniors
- Gr. 7 & 8 Seniors
- Leadership Opportunities
- Gr. 8 Senior Leaders
- Gr. 9 Counsellor In Training
- Join Our Team
JK / SK Freshkids
As our youngest group of thinkers at the STEAM Project, Freshkids enjoy experiences that let their imaginations run wild
Session 1
Session 1: Space & Electricity
July 3 – July 14
About this session
Blast off to other worlds, explore space, build electric circuits and robots!Session 2
Session 2: Science
July 17 – July 28
About this session
Do REAL science in a fun, hands-on environment, from bubbling chemical reactions to raising monarch butterflies!Session 3
Session 3: Art & Design
July 31 – Aug 11
About this session
Explore every facet of your creativity, from woodworking and 3D printing to painting and fashion design!Session 4
Session 4: Engineering
Aug 14 – Aug 25
About this session
Become a hands-on problem solver by building structures, engineering (and racing) cars, competing in design challenges and more!
Gr. 1-2 Sprockets
As natural explorers who have many questions about the world around them, our Sprockets are taught to develop resilience and ask questions to improve their situation through innovation
Session 1
Session 1: Space & Electricity
July 3 – July 14
About this session
Blast off to other worlds, explore space, build electric circuits and robots!Session 2
Session 2: Science
July 17 – July 28
About this session
Do REAL science in a fun, hands-on environment, from bubbling chemical reactions to raising monarch butterflies!Session 3
Session 3: Art & Design
July 31 – Aug 11
About this session
Explore every facet of your creativity, from woodworking and 3D printing to painting and fashion design!Session 4
Session 4: Engineering
Aug 14 – Aug 25
About this session
Become a hands-on problem solver by building structures, engineering (and racing) cars, competing in design challenges and more!
Gr. 3-4 Sophomores
Our Sophomore program specifically encourages using our resources collaboratively to discover new ways campers can use their intelligence and creativity to contribute to society.
Session 1
Session 1: Space & Electricity
July 3 – July 14
About this session
Blast off to other worlds, explore space, build electric circuits and robots!Session 2
Session 2: Science
July 17 – July 28
About this session
Do REAL science in a fun, hands-on environment, from bubbling chemical reactions to raising monarch butterflies!Session 3
Session 3: Art & Design
July 31 – Aug 11
About this session
Explore every facet of your creativity, from woodworking and 3D printing to painting and fashion design!Session 4
Session 4: Engineering
Aug 14 – Aug 25
About this session
Become a hands-on problem solver by building structures, engineering (and racing) cars, competing in design challenges and more!
Gr. 5-6 Juniors
Our Juniors are guided and mentored as they develop new skills that will allow them to utilize the full extent of our equipment and technology.
Session 1
Session 1: Space & Electricity
July 3 – July 14
About this session
Blast off to other worlds, explore space, build electric circuits and robots!Session 2
Session 2: Science
July 17 – July 28
About this session
Do REAL science in a fun, hands-on environment, from bubbling chemical reactions to raising monarch butterflies!Session 3
Session 3: Art & Design
July 31 – Aug 11
About this session
Explore every facet of your creativity, from woodworking and 3D printing to painting and fashion design!Session 4
Session 4: Engineering
Aug 14 – Aug 25
About this session
Become a hands-on problem solver by building structures, engineering (and racing) cars, competing in design challenges and more!
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Enrichment Programs
Available to Junior and Senior campers during the Activity Open Period
Gr. 7-8 Seniors
Our Seniors are given the opportunity to utilize the full extent of our equipment and technology as they are ready to work on more sophisticated projects that require their age group’s dedication, insight, and attention.
Session 1
Session 1: Space & Electricity
July 3 – July 14
About this session
Blast off to other worlds, explore space, build electric circuits and robots!Session 2
Session 2: Science
July 17 – July 28
About this session
Do REAL science in a fun, hands-on environment, from bubbling chemical reactions to raising monarch butterflies!Session 3
Session 3: Art & Design
July 31 – Aug 11
About this session
Explore every facet of your creativity, from woodworking and 3D printing to painting and fashion design!Session 4
Session 4: Engineering
Aug 14 – Aug 25
About this session
Become a hands-on problem solver by building structures, engineering (and racing) cars, competing in design challenges and more!
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Enrichment Programs
Available to Junior and Senior campers during the Activity Open Period
Senior Leaders
Available to Senior campers completing Grade 8 before the Summer
Gr. 8 Senior Leaders
Available to Senior campers (currently completing Grade 8), interested in an additional leadership role in the camp while still being involved in their age group’s regular activities. Senior Leaders will be working alongside counselors to lead younger age groups and help plan special events and projects.
GOALS
- Teach and Inspire Younger Campers
- Gain leadership training and experience
- Experience camp to the fullest
- Receive additional training from head staff
- Organize camp-wide events with fellow Leaders
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
- Senior Leaders Certificate of Completion
- Preparation for the CIT program
- Leadership skills and training
- Lasting friendships and connections with fellow Senior Leaders
Gr. 9 Counsellor In Training
The STEAM Project is seeking CITs (campers who have just completed grade 9) to act as leaders and motivators at camp! CITs will be learning from our trained staff and experiencing the challenges of participating in staff responsibilities while at the same time enjoying the fun of being a camper.
All CITs will receive a Certificate of Completion, professional references, and a Director’s review! Join our CIT program to become a part of a select team of young and
aspiring leaders.
GOALS
- Develop Leadership Skills
- Learn Conflict Resolution and Gain Confidence
- Inspire Younger Campers
- Create a Personal Project by the end of camp
- Pave a future in STEAM & at The STEAM Project
WHAT YOU GET
- A Certificate of Completion
- Professional References
- Director’s Review
- Skills in Leadership and Conflict Resolution
- Lasting friendships and connections at The STEAM Project
Daily Schedule
9:00 AM
Welcome/ Cabin Time
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Start the day with a camp-wide meeting and welcome message from our counsellors. Campers will then be dismissed into their groups
9:30 AM
Activity 1
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Learn a new concept and review the ones from the day before. It’s always a good idea to refresh our memory!
10:30 AM
Break Time
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Time to recharge with a snack and some physical activity. We spend our break time playing games outdoors with friends and counsellors
11:00 AM
Activity 2
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Now that we have all that extra energy out of our system, it’s time to start our second activity where we will be learning and improving our skills with various tools and technologies
12:00 PM
Lunch Break
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Lunch is served! Satisfy your appetite with our delicious meal plans (or bring your own!) while taking part in some exciting team challenges.
12:45 PM
Arts and Active
12:45 PM – 1:20 PM
Let’s keep the fun going with some cabin-based games, crafts, and physical activity! This is the time to play with friends and participate in activities that interest you–arts, sports, games–you name it!
1:20 PM
Activity 3A
1:20 PM – 2:15 PM
Once we’ve got our creative juices flowing, it’s time to start our design project where we will be combining everything we’ve learned during the day
2:15 PM
Activity 3B
2:15 PM – 2:55 PM
Ready to show everyone your spectacular project? Be fearless and present your projects or compete in design challenges
2:55 PM
Open Activity / Enrichment Project
2:55 PM – 4:00 PM
See what cool activities are here for you during the Open Activity period. We offer 3D printing, woodshop, and robotics to name a few! Senior campers may work on their Enrichment Project.
Additional Services
Planning meals can be tiring, but it doesn’t have to be. We’ve partnered up with Kid’s Kitchen to make lunchtime easy. Just choose a meal plan option after you register for camp and we’ll take care of the rest for you. We have regular, vegetarian, and halal meal plan options available!
Do you have a busy schedule? Start and/or end your camper’s day with fun and friendly staff in our before- and after-care programs. Campers will choose from a variety of activities and games to play. Before-care is available from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and after-care is available from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Our specialized enrichment programs are for campers who want to take their skills further. These programs are limited to a small number of our Junior and Senior Unit campers (finishing Grades 5 to 8). During the Open Activity period at camp, like-minded campers will complete more sophisticated projects or challenges that will last throughout each session.
What Our Families Are Saying
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Excellent program. Very professional staff that take their role seriously. I felt very safe during Covid times having my kids in the in person camp. My kids came home excited... read more 
Elizabeth Bal
Save up to $960 on Summer Camp 2023!
Multi-Session Pricing is only available until May 1st, 2023.
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Locations & Facilities
RH Lower Campus (JK-Gr.2)
Richland Academy
11570 Yonge St.
Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3N7
RH Upper Campus (Gr.3-9)
Richmond Hill Curling Club
121 Elgin Mills East
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3A8
Markham Campus (SK-Gr.6)
Fletcher’s Fields
2743 19th Ave.
Markham, ON, L6C 1L7
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