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London Camp

2024 Camp Updates

Brescia University College and Western University have begun a process that will see Brescia fully integrate with Western as of May 2024, at which point it will wind down operations as an affiliated university college. 

You can find out more at Brescia's FAQ's page

For more information about Girls LEAD, please continue to check Western's Sport Western website by clicking here. You are welcome to reach out to their team at swcamps@uwo.ca.

The Girls LEAD London Camp is located at Brescia University College, Canada’s women’s university. This is an unparalleled capacity to host an interactive leadership camp based on fun, friendship and inspiration. Additionally, located on Brescia’s beautiful 85 acre campus bordering the Medway Valley Heritage Forest, our LEAD-ers will be exposed to exceptional green space and curious wildlife. 

About Girls LEAD

Girls LEAD (Leadership Education and Development) is a one-week day camp leadership experience that allows campers to explore their self-confidence, self-esteem, strengths, weaknesses and develop their teamwork and communication skills. Campers will work together to develop their identity and share it with others in a safe, inclusive environment. Our goal is to prepare girls to confidently take on leadership roles not only in small groups, but also in local and global communities, by looking inwards at the self and outwards at the world around them. 

2023 Camp Sessions

Session Registration Status
July 3-7 Closed
July 10-14 Closed  
July 17-21 Closed  
July 31 - August 4 Closed 
August 8-11* Closed 
August 14-18 Closed
August 21-25 Closed  

Please note that registration closes the Monday before each camp session at 8:00am. 

If the week you are interested in is sold out, please contact us to be added to our waitlist. 

Eligibility 

Girls LEAD London is open to girls entering grades 5, 6, 7 & 8 in the 2023-2024 school year from London and surrounding areas. 

Camp Costs

  • Daily camp sessions run from 9:00am-4:00pm. Drop-off will be available from 8:30-9:00 and pick-up will be available from 4:00-4:30. If the drop-off and pick-up times will be a challenge for your family, please contact girlslead@uwo.ca to discuss alternate arrangements. 
  • The cost per week of the London Camp is $350/week. Exception: The shorter week of August 8-11 will be a 4 day camp week due to the Civic Holiday and will cost $280. These costs includes 2 lunches and 2 swims at Western's Recreation Centre. 
  • Please note, there will the the option to purchase lunch on the 3 days that lunch is not provided, for an additional cost. Campers are also welcome to bring their own lunch. More information will be provided closer to the start of camp.
  • If there is a financial barrier that may prevent your camper from attending Girls LEAD, please complete the Subsidy Application by May 1st to be considered for a subsidized spot. We will review applications after May 1st and will get back to you by May 15th at the latest. 

Lunch & Learn 

Our campers participate in a fun and interactive nutrition program that increases food literacy, cooking skills, kitchen safety and basic meal preparation. Our Lunch & Learn program:

  • Occurs twice per week 
  • Is included in the cost of the Girls LEAD
  • Is a nutritious and interactive lunch program where girls will have the opportunity to prepare meals in Brescia’s Food Labs
  • Accommodates dietary restrictions
    • Please provide as many details as possible on the Girls LEAD registration form. We will contact you if we have any additional questions or concerns.

Please note, there will be the option to purchase lunch from the Mercato on the days that lunch is not provided, or campers are welcome to bring their own lunch. More information will be provided closer to the start of camp. 

Girls Can!

To inspire future female leaders, Girls LEAD invites women from the London community to talk about their leadership experience in their careers. Campers participate in an interactive discussion which aims to empower the girls to create bold change and make a difference. Previous guests include Mirandra Ayim (3X Olympian), The London Fire Department, Middlesex-London Paramedic Services, student athletes, small business owners, a City of London Councillor and more! 

Refund Policy

All registration cancellations are subject to the following conditions:

  • A $50 non-refundable administration fee is applied to all cancellations
  • No refunds will be given with less than 14 days notice before the start date of camp
  • There will be no refunds issued for campers that do not show up
  • A full refund will be issued for withdrawals due to medical reasons, with a medical certificate