*Must complete the previous session for entrance to the next session*

Registration for the LIT program is done through an application process where candidates will answer a questionnaire and submit a short essay or video. Please note that limited spots are available.

Registration opens April 1 at 8am. Returning LITs, please reach out to Jennifer at tcagrecandleisure@outlook.com

Program Fees
$750 (per session)

ATTENDANCE
Registered participants are required to attend every day, and a minimum of 80% attendance is required to receive certification and admission to the next level.

EXPECTATIONS
Candidates are expected to attend each day with a positive attitude and demonstrate active engagement and a willingness to learn and practice new core skills. The LIT program is looking for candidates that will show up ready to collaborate, reflect, and support their peers.

Each LIT session is three weeks in length and scaffolded to teach leadership skills. During each three-week session, LITs are introduced to leadership, the skills required to be a positive leader in their community along with group work, basic first aid training and team projects. LITs work towards leading activities for the younger campers and community engagement, along with daily swimming and weekly trips including an overnight session for LITs in session two, four, & six! Every summer, LITs not only experience the fun and lasting friendships of the program, but also grow personally and develop lasting tools for future success.

Through a combination of hands-on activities, workshops, and mentorship, our LIT counselors guide participants through a transformative experience. They facilitate personal growth, foster teamwork, and collaboration, and provide a safe and supportive environment for participants to explore and expand their leadership potential.

The ultimate goal of our LIT program extends far beyond the camp sessions. We strive to equip participants with life and leadership skills that will serve them well beyond their time in the program. Additionally, our LIT program acts as a potential employment pipeline, paving the way for participants to secure positions in our summer camp and recreation programs. We are proud to offer the LIT program at TCAG, providing a unique pathway for young folks to develop into confident and capable leaders. Whether aspirations lie in recreation, education, or other fields, our LIT program equips them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.

We can’t wait to work with you on this empowering journey!

Our parent handbook is easy to download and contains detailed information about our camps including:

• Important dates & program hours
• Application process & payment policies
• Drop off & pick up details
• What to bring to the program
• Health and safety policies & practices
• Our code of conduct and behaviour guidelines
• Inclusion at the TCAG
• LIT program contacts
• Frequently Asked Questions

At TCAG, we take pride in our commitment to excellence when it comes to our staff selection process. Our Leaders in Training counselors are no exception. We invest months of effort in screening, interviews, and careful hiring practices to ensure that only the most qualified candidates join our team.

Our LIT counselors are not only experienced educators but also seasoned camp counselors who possess a wealth of personal leadership experience. They have demonstrated their abilities to lead and inspire others, making them exceptional mentors for youth leadership candidates. The primary focus of our LIT counselors is to provide our participants with invaluable opportunities for growth. They recognize and nurture the natural leadership abilities of our youth, encouraging them to reach their full potential. Our LIT counselors instill the understanding of both the benefits and responsibilities that come with being a leader, using mentorship and guidance.

“I have been going to camp at the TCAG since 2018. This camp is like home too me and it’s a great program for anyone…such a great way too not only meet summer friends but make friendly relationships that will last a lifetime! this past summer I was in my second year of there leadership program and it was so awesome these types of programs will help me in my future to get a job and know how to interact with my peers in a positive way, this camp is so important for this younger generation to help with social skills and having something really fun to do in the summer! Every child deserves to go to this wonderful camp and I know they will enjoy just as much as I do!”

– 2025 LIT Participant

In order to be eligible for Camp subsidy from the TCAG, you must provide proof of denied funding from the Region:
https://www.missioninc.com/cso/niagara/en-ca/services

The TCAG’s Family Support Fund helps families access childcare, camp, and recreation programming. This fund is limited because it is supported solely by donations. In order to stretch it, we ask you to consider paying a portion per week or month so we can help as many people as possible. We are happy to work with you to find an amount that will work for your current situation, and are able to adjust this amount if need be.

Click the button below to access our subsidy request form. Requests should be submitted after registering for camp but before full payment has been made. We will reach out to discuss your request within 5 business days. Although we do our best, subsidies are not guaranteed.