Celebrating over 35 years on the shores of a private lake in the Haliburton Highlands, Camp White Pine is host to a unique yearly camp for York Region District School Board students. Arts Camp is an intensive week-long immersion in visual, studio and performance art programs and experiences.
YRDSB teachers, community artists and student cabin leaders plan and facilitate differentiated arts programs and support a unique, inclusive environment for campers. There are students ranging from Grades 7-12 from across York Region who attend morning and afternoon arts-based programs augmented by other daily workshops and engaging whole-camp activities. This memorable and dynamic week-long camp culminates in a studio tour and performance night.
When is it?
Saturday, May 29th to Saturday, June 5th, 2027.
Where is YRAC held?
- Camp White Pine in Haliburton, Ontario.
- Optional transportation service is offered.
Who can apply as a Camper?
Students in Grades 7-12 who are registered at a York Region District School Board school can apply to be a camper.
Students in Grades 9-12 may also apply for a leadership position: Counsellor-In-Training (preference is given to Grades 10 & 11).
Camper applications will be available in December 2026
Counsellor-in-Training and Counsellor Application for YRDSB Arts Camp 2027
To create an amazing Arts Camp experience, we need amazing people!
Counselor-In-Training (CIT) positions are open to Grade 9-12 students only (preference given to Grade 10 & 11 students first). CITs work with a Counsellor to provide leadership to a cabin of campers for the duration of camp. All selected CITs also participate in our Leadership Training morning program at camp and select an Arts program of their choice for the afternoon.
Counsellor positions are open to Grade 11 and 12 students. Counsellors provide leadership to a cabin of campers for the duration of camp and mentor the cabin CIT. If you are a former YRDSB Arts Camp camper or a YRDSB student in grade 11-12 and want the opportunity to lead the next generation of campers, apply as a Counsellor. If hired, you will build on your incredible leadership skills and have fun at your happy place from May 29th to June 5th (SAVE THE DATE).
CIT & Counsellor applications will be available in December 2026 as part of the camper application form.
Program Instructor and Support Staff for YRDSB Arts Camp 2027
To help create an amazing Arts Camp experience, we need amazing people!
Camp staff includes Program Instructors (YRDSB staff & Community Artists) as well as Support Staff (Nurses & YRDSB EAs). The application for interested staff is currently open and will close on November 19, 2026.
Questions?
For questions or support with your application, please email.