Winner's Circle Summer Camp? The Winners’ Circle camps are operated by The Hamilton Chapter of Autism Ontario. The camp is entering it’s eighth year of providing camp experiences for children with high-needs autism. Why is it important? The needs of our campers can not always be met through programs provided by other organizations. For some children with high-needs autism, The Winners' Circle may be the only opportunity they have to participate in the summer camp experience. For the campers it is an opportunity to learn important daily living and socialization skills, explore interests, and enjoy outdoor experiences. For the families it provides a much-needed respite during the summer months when school is out and other services may not be available. Families have the opportunity to enjoy summer activities that they may otherwise not be able to experience with their child who has autism.

Eligibilty The camp is open to children with high-needs autism who are between the ages of 7 and 13. The focus is on children who have severe and challenging behaviours that limit their ability to participate in other camp programs. All campers must be members of Autism Ontario.

Camp Sessions: Christmas, March Break, Summer

How To Register  Call Contact Hamilton at: 905-570-8888. All campers must be referred to the camp through Contact Hamilton.

Camp Staff  The Winners' Circle is staffed by a group of dedicated professionals who are all highly-trained in working with children diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. They focus on using positive and non-aversive strategies to enable campers to manage their behaviours and enjoy the camp experience to the fullest.

For more information, call Autism Ontario, Hamilton at: 905-777-1100

The Winner's Circle Summer Camp enjoys the support of:   Autism Ontario; Dr. Peter Szatmari, MD, Professor Department of Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University, Hamilton