Program Guide

The 2021 Summer Program Guide is now available!

View the Summer Program Guide!

For more information on the swimming lessons, visit our Public Pool and Swimming Lessons page.

Summer Camps

The Township of Russell offers summer camps between June 28 and September 3, 2021.

Online registrations for summer camps are now open.

Register online

All camps are opened from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For any questions, send an email to the Program Coordinator or call 613-445-2050.

Prices

Early bird (before June 14)

  • $160 per week
  • $35 per day

After June 14

  • $185 per week
  • $45 per day (no online registration)

Important Information
  1. At this time, the 2021-2022 school calendars are not available for any school boards.  Should any changes need to be made, the online registration system will reflect the right information.
  2. With the pandemic, no outings have been scheduled other than going to the pool. Should this change, we will share the information on our social media platforms and contact the registered participants.
  3. No registration will be taken at the camp the same day, without any exceptions. You must register on the Wednesday before the desired camp week.
  4. Online registration for specific days will close on June 14 and not reopen online. If you wish to register after that date, please call 613-445-2050 or email us a minimum of 5 days before the desired date. Ratios need to be respected.

 Camp Moustiques

Logo Camp Moustiques4 to 8 years old

Location to be confirmed

This French camp offers exciting themes and activities each week. Activities include: games, arts and crafts, outings, recreational swimming, outdoor activities, water activities and more!

Camp Kaboum 

Logo Camp Kaboum9 to 12 years old

Location to be confirmed

This French camp is perfect for your pre-teen! Sports, games, swimming, outdoor activities, water games, outings and much more!

Camp Sunshine 

Logo Camp Sunshine4 to 6 years old

Frank Kinnaird Hall, Russell Arena

Each week brings a new theme. Enjoy games, arts and crafts, outings, recreational swimming, outdoor activities, water activities and much more!

Camp Lightning 

Logo Camp Lightning7 to 9 years old

Location to be confirmed

Calling all kids! We take camp to a whole new level. Take part in sports, games, swimming, outdoor activities, water games, outings and much more!

Camp Xtreme 

Logo Camp Xtreme10 to 12 years old

Location to be confirmed

Calling all pre-teens! We take camp to a whole new level. Take part in extreme sports, games, swimming, outdoor activities, water games, outings and much more! 

Registrations

In-person Registrations

June 9, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Town Hall, 717 Notre Dame, Embrun

Online Registrations

Register online using our Book King system!

Register Online

Online registrations will no longer be available after the first session of the program.

Online Account

You already have an account if you or a member of your family registered for a program, bought a dome membership, rented a hall or are using or used daycare services at St-Jean/La Croisée. Please send an email to the Parks and Recreation Department to access your account.

If you are a new user, you must create a family account by selecting Create Family Account option.

Payments

All online registrations must be paid in total using a valid credit card (MasterCard or Visa).

Any credits on your account will automatically be applied to the total balance due.

All online transaction will be subject to an administrative fee. This fee is non-refundable.

Dance Programs – JB Danceworkz

In partnership with the Township of Russell, JB Danceworkz offer recreational and competitive dance programs. Look at the school website for more details.

Look at the Summer Program Guide for Kids Dance Workshops this summer!

COVID Updates

April 1, 2021 - Municipal programs are temporarily postponed since our facilities are closed. More information will be shared in the coming weeks concerning the restart of the programs or refunds.

We invite each client to take the Ontario screening prior to arrival and show us their results. This will speed up the check-in process.

Refunds

  • A refund will be issued for any program cancelled by the Township.
  • The administrative fee for online payment is not refundable even if the course is cancelled.
  • If you withdraw from a program, your application must be sent to us 2 days after the first class.
  • A pro-rated refund will be issued only for medical reasons with a doctor's note.
  • An administrative fee of $10 will be applicable for all transactions over $100.
  • No refund will be given for a class cancelled due to the weather or a situation beyond our control.

Receipts

Please print receipts for your records and income tax purposes.