Free or Low-Cost Summer Recreation Programs
This program directory was developed in collaboration with the Regional Crime Prevention Council (part of the Windsor Essex Community Safety & Well-Being Plan) and the Windsor-Essex Youth Relationship Violence Prevention Committee.
Other Programs
Greater Essex County District School Board Day Camps
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) proudly offers a two-week day camp every July for students within public elementary schools. If your child is interested in these camps, please reach out to your school’s principal.
Kingsville Play in the Park
Play in the Park – free, fun drop-in program for kids (including the Imagination Station or Foam Machine for a water experience). For a list of days and themes, see Play in the Park.
Windsor Public Library Programs
Windsor Public Library offers free programs for adults, kids, teens across locations. Watch the video about programs offered to Kids. To see all program offerings, please view the calendar of events.
Essex County Library
The Essex County Library hosts a variety of free interactive events, clubs, and fun activities across its 14 branches. There is something for every age and interest! Browse their calendar of events to see what’s coming up!
Grant Funding
KidsSport Windsor
Apply for a grant to help cover the costs of (space) sports programs. Grants available for youth under 18 years of age and younger whose families would benefit from financial help. Grants of up to $250 per youth/per year.
Jumpstart
Grant funding for children may be given for a sport or physical activity. Sport programs should be a minimum of five weeks long and include at least one session per week. For sports camps, the program must last at least five days. Families must meet financial criteria as per Revenue Canada’s Low-Income Cut-Offs (LICO). Youth must also be 4 to 18 years of age.