Celebrating 20 years of arts, the Trillium Lakelands Arts Camp (TLAC) 2025 will welcome TLDSB students in Grades 7 to 12 to enjoy specialized instruction from exceptional professionals this spring at Camp White Pine in Haliburton.
From May 18 to 23, campers will participate in instrumental and vocal music, drama, musical theatre, dance, visual arts, and health and wellness activities within an exciting overnight camp experience. Students will attend four periods of classes like a typical high school day. The evenings will feature exciting performances from major artists and fellow campers.
Due to the limited number of spaces available at TLAC, a lottery system for registration is being introduced this year, to ensure fairness in the registration process. Camp numbers will be limited to 180 juniors (Grade 7-8) and 170 seniors (Grade 9-12). Registrations are subject to principal approval.
Fees: $575/student or $500/student for families with more than one student attending.
A $250 deposit, along with medical and consent forms, will be required to finalize registration by January 10, 2025. Final payment is due by March 3, 2025. Financial assistance may be available.
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TLAC wouldn’t be the incredible event that it is without the support of amazing camp counsellors and counsellors-in-training. Each cabin at TLAC requires a C and CIT. Students must be in
C/CITs play a very important role in TLAC. If selected, your responsibilities will include:
Students must be in Grade 9 or higher to be considered for the position of C/CIT.
The C/CIT Application Form closed on October 20.
If accepted for the role of C/CIT, students will be notified and invited to complete their TLAC registration on November 18 to 24, prior to the general registration period.
Successful C/CIT participation will be submitted towards community involvement hours by the Board office. C only: Students who successfully execute their camp responsibilities will receive a $150 honorarium.
C/CIT applicants not accepted for the role will be contacted and invited to complete the Camper Expression of Interest Form.
The Expression of Interest Form for students in Grades 7 through 12 closed on November 10.
Student submissions to this form were electronically randomized and entered into the registration lottery. Students were contacted to confirm their position in the lottery and their registration period.
Between November 25 and December 19, students selected to participate in the registration lottery were invited to complete the TLAC Registration Form in specific windows of time. Students received individualized links at their TLDSB.me email address.
Paper copies of the TLAC Registration Form were provided if requested in the Expression of Interest Form.
Space at TLAC is limited to 180 junior (Grades 7-8) students, and 170 senior (Grades 9-12) students. A waiting list will be maintained, should these numbers be exceeded.
Please note, some workshops have a limited number of openings. Therefore, space in these courses is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
After the online registration form is completed, the parent/guardian contact listed received a follow up email that included an invoice and payment instructions, and confidential medical and consent forms to be completed by parents/guardians.
Registration was to be completed by January 10.
Final payment less deposit were due March 3, 2025.
Cancellations received on or before April 4, 2025, will be refunded less a 50 percent administrative fee. Refunds will not be provided after April 5, 2025.
The TLAC Steering Committee has put together some amazing programming for dance, visual arts, music, theatre, and health and wellness.
C/CITs and students who have been selected for the registration lottery can use this Program Description Document to plan out session choices for their week at camp.
Note: Some workshops have a limited number of openings. Space in these courses is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
TLAC is an opportunity for students to enhance their knowledge, hone their artistic skills, make new friends, and explore creativity in a unique, positive, upbeat, and safe environment. From the individual classes students attend, free time, meal times, use of the camp’s recreational facilities, and the unique evening performances, campers have one of the best opportunities available to enjoy an enriching camp experience. Students are encouraged to make the most of this opportunity by participating fully throughout the week.
Camper courtesy, cooperation, and respect are essential in helping maintain an enjoyable, safe, and productive learning environment. Following the TLDSB Code of Conduct will ensure a memorable experience for each student in attendance.
Cabins are large with beds and mattresses provided. Campers must supply their own sleeping gear. Sleeping bags, pillows, and extra blankets are recommended, however blankets and sheets will serve well. There is no heat in the cabins, so be sure to pack appropriately for the weather.
We do not accept cabin requests. Part of the TLAC experience is getting to meet new people with similar interests. Our counsellors and camp teaching staff will make every effort to ensure students are comfortable during their stay. We endeavor to have at least two to three students from the same school in the same cabin. Also students of the same age are generally in the same cabin area, where cabins are located next to each other. Students will have free time where they can hang out with their friends and catch up on their new experiences.
Here’s what a typical day at camp might look like:
Time | Activity |
7 a.m. | Road warriors/yoga/line dancing |
8 – 8:45 a.m. | Breakfast |
9 – 10:15 a.m. | Period 1 |
10:30 – 11:45 a.m. | Period 2 |
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Student free time/Study Hall |
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
1:45 – 3 p.m. | Period 3 |
3:15 – 4:30 p.m. | Period 4 |
4:30 – 5:45 p.m. | Student free time/Study Hall |
5:45. – 6:45 p.m. | Dinner |
7. – 8:30 p.m. | Evening program |
8:45 – 9 p.m. | Snack |
9. – 10 p.m. | Ready for bed/Study Hall |
10 p.m. | Lights out |
Evening program participation is mandatory for all students. The program is designed to get campers involved in a variety of experiences, including student performances, staff ensembles, performance groups, professional artists, campfire sing-alongs, dances, and more.
A qualified nurse is in residence for the week of TLAC. Students’ confidential medical information will be kept at the Nurse’s Station. Necessary prescription medications (except inhalers) are stored at the Nurse’s Station and administered by the camp nurse.
A TLDSB mental health counsellor (MHC) is also onsite to support students.
Students are encouraged to speak with the MHC or another camp staff member if they are feeling anxious or homesick. Every effort will be made to accommodate students’ needs. Refunds will not be provided for students who go home early due to homesickness.
Campers and staff eat in a common dining hall where they will enjoy balanced meals prepared by Camp White Pine staff. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free alternatives are available at every meal. All dietary restrictions listed in student applications will be communicated to Camp White Pine. Students are expected to advocate for themselves while at camp without direct teacher supervision.
There is no need for students to bring snacks to camp. Food in camper cabins encourages the presence of racoons and other animals.
Personal mobile devices (phones, tablets, and smartwatches) at camp are counter to the environment we are trying to create, and are therefore not permitted. Any personal mobile device brought to camp will be confiscated and returned only to parents/guardians at the end of camp. A phone is available in the Camp Office for emergency communication.
Exceptions will be made for documented medical reasons, such as diabetes continuous glucose monitoring. In such cases, the device is to be used for medical management only.
Expensive digital equipment, such as cameras, personal music players, etc, are not encouraged at camp. Neither TLAC nor Camp White Pine bear any responsibility if these devices are lost, stolen, or damaged while at TLAC or en route.
Students may need to bring their Chromebooks to camp to study or complete assigned work. These devices will be kept by Camp Office staff and monitored through a sign in/out process. Students are strongly encouraged to gather all files and downloads etc prior to camp to facilitate their school work at camp, as the internet connection may be intermittent. Chromebooks are to be brought in camper backpacks and will be with them on the bus.
Recreation facilities are available for use at specified times each day. The swimming area is only open when lifeguards are on duty. All students are required to successfully complete a swim test and must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) to participate in water activities.
A study hall is available to support students wanting to study, read, or complete homework.
Students will travel to camp by school bus on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Students are not permitted to drive to camp themselves. Parents/guardians are invited to camp on the evening of Friday, May 23, where they can view performances and arts displays and pick up their child.
The weather in May can be unpredictable and campers should be prepared for both warm and cool temperatures as well as rain—or even snow! Campers should bring extra warm clothes (consider wool sweaters, a pair of long pants, extra socks). Don’t forget the sunscreen and bug spray!
In June 2002, 20 TLDSB students attended the Durham Integrated Arts Camp at Camp White Pine in Haliburton, Ontario. The purpose of this was to provide an opportunity for music students from Grades 7 to 12 to enhance their skills in an enriched environment while enjoying the camp experience. The following year, TLDSB students attended once again. In 2005, TLDSB ventured off to camp on our own and so, TLAC was born!
If you have any questions or concerns prior to the event, For more information, contact the TLAC Steering Committee by email at [email protected].
If you require this information in an accessible format, contact Communications Services at [email protected].
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