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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
We understand some campers might benefit from an accommodation in order to be most successful.
At Mini U, we are committed to creating inclusive environments where every camper feels safe, supported and free to be themselves. Our goal is to lead with kindness and provide experiences that are enjoyable and responsive to individual needs.
NEW IN 2026 - All registration for inclusion must be completed before June 1, 2026.
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are introducing a specialized camp model as a 2026 Pilot Project. We will be gathering feedback from families and staff throughout the summer to shape the future of our inclusion support.
We offer two distinct camp experiences to meet different support needs:
Campers who need consistent, specialized support and struggle with:
The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management understands that families of children with diverse needs often face additional costs. We want to help. Apply for our subsidy to reduce a portion of your registration fees.
This is a recreational camp experience designed for children who can generally keep up with the pace of a standard group of 14 peers. Your child must be able to stay with the group for at least 60% of the day.
Support is provided by trained inclusion leaders (UM students), not licensed clinicians. Staffing follows a standard camp ratio, with limited one-on-one support available through registration.
Important: We cannot support advanced, intensive behavioral needs in this program. Please consider the Specialty Program your child requires comprehensive support.
Safety is our priority. If your child is prone to dysregulation in high sensory environments and you anticipate this will lead to unsafe behaviors (biting, spitting, punching, kicking), please consider our specialized programming. Participants who engage in these behaviors in mainstream programming will be asked to leave immediately.
Inclusion leaders are available for summer programs only.
Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
We offer three options for families requesting inclusion leaders. Our goal is to ensure support is allocated fairly and that cost is not the primary barrier to participation. Support requests are to be added to cart at the time of registration.
Other Third-Party & Alternative Funding If you have funding through an additional third-party agency (disability grants, organizational funding, etc.) or wish to discuss family-funded options:
Cost: $775 for a 5-day week ($620 for a 4-day week).
Process: These requests cannot be completed through the registration portal. Because we have a limited number of inclusion leaders per week, a direct conversation is required to confirm if staff are available and to complete your registration.
If capacity is reached: We will work with you to explore alternative options, such as bringing in your own external support person or joining our priority waiting list in case a spot opens up.
If we cannot safely support your child without 1-on-1 care and a spot is unavailable through our current staffing, we will work with you to explore all possibilities as early as possible. This may include arranging for your own external support person or withdrawing from that specific week of camp.
If you believe your child would be most successful with one on one support provided by another agency, or by someone you know from the community, we would be happy to welcome them.
Please note that:
This program is being introduced as a pilot initiative for the 2026 season to better meet the needs of children and youth requiring complex support.
It is designed for participants with diverse needs who benefit from consistent, dedicated support throughout the day. Programming is developed by licensed clinicians, including occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech-language pathologists. Activities focus on fundamental movement, basic games and sports in a supportive environment.
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pick-up and drop-off times are fixed and cannot be adjusted.
We provide a high-support ratio of one to two adults per child to ensure individualized attention and care.
Participants who typically succeed in this program may include children that:
(This list is not exhaustive.)
Week 4 (July 27 – 31): $305 (5-day program)
Week 5 (Aug 4 – 7):* $244 (4-day program) *Note: No camp on Monday, August 3.
To ensure we can safely meet your child's needs, families registered for the specialized program must attend one of the following assessment sessions:
July 2 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
July 8 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Register by June 1 to allow time for specialized planning and staffing.
In order to better understand the needs of each individual, families are required to complete our "Who Am I" form. The form is designed to provide us with important information such as their:
The "Who Am I" form will be made available during registration.