Who We Are

Two counsellors taking a photo in front of the playground wearing Camp Winston t-shirts

We believe in a future where neurodiversity is understood, valued, accepted and, celebrated.

We support those who see things differently.

We are Camp Winston.

What We Do

Camp Winston, located on the shores of Sparrow Lake, plays a crucial role in the lives of youth living with complex neurobiological abilities including but not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tourettes Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.

For children with complex neurobiological challenges, life can be difficult. At Camp Winston, children have the opportunity to escape their often challenging daily lives, connect with others in a way never before experienced, and build life-long skills to better cope with the world around them.

Camp Winston offers summer programs for children 7-17, as well as respite weekends and support services throughout the year for families challenged by the daily pressures and strain of raising children with neurobiological challenges. These programs and services also support grandparents raising grandchildren, and children being raised in alternative care.

The Winston Way

The Winston Way is a uniquely compassionate approach that allows campers to feel safe and welcome, enabling them to connect, belong and thrive, in an environment of acceptance. Using a specialized and individualized curriculum, all of our staff are trained to meet youth where they are, listen reflectively, problem-solve, and praise specifically. Staff learn to support each camper to reach their individual potential and highlight the natural consequences of challenging behaviours so that they may internalize the Winston Way.

  • Our Mission

    Our mission is to provide individualized support for youth with complex neurobiological abilities, enabling them to manage their challenges and use their gifts to find success as well as supporting families and caregivers.

  • Our Beliefs

    We believe in a future where neurodiversity is understood and supported. We believe every child matters and deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. We believe in the Winston Way.

  • Our Ambition

    To make a profound impact on the lives and possibilities of children, and their families, living with complex neurological and neurobiological challenges through a self-sustaining Foundation.

  • Our Values

    We value the opportunity for children to learn, grow and thrive, regardless of their neurodiversity. We value the power of friendship, to build a community of love, acceptance, support, belonging and joy.

We Support

Children: by mitigating the cumulative effects of unfair obstacles, isolation, affordability and access to programs

Caregivers: by offering support to overwhelmed caregivers/families year round.

An Equitable System: To close gaps in the system leading to misunderstood, isolated, and discouraged children

An Understanding Society: To develop societal understanding and acceptance of neurodiverse youth.

Not For Profit Charitable Foundation

Camp Winston receives no regular government funding. We rely solely on donations from the generosity of individuals, foundations, corporations and fees. Camp Winston is a registered charitable organization (Reg. No. 135152163RR0001).

We Are Camp Winston