Summer 2026 Programs

Wordswell is offering a number of summer programs that help young people strengthen their math and language skills, deepen their engagement with STEM, and advance academically in a joyful and supportive environment. Embedded within all these initiatives is a commitment to cultivating the qualities and capacities young people need to lead fruitful, rewarding lives dedicated to serving and uplifting their communities.

Please follow the links below to register. If you have any questions, please contact the programs coordinator by email dorsa@wordswell.ca or you can reach her by phone at (647) 914-8088.

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Summer Learning Lab: Tutorial Learning

Wordswell is offering a weekly tutorial space every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Middle school students will receive math and language tutoring designed to strengthen their understanding of key concepts, address learning gaps, and support their ongoing academic development. This tutorial space is also a positive environment where young people can engage with learning alongside their peers and prepare for the upcoming school year.

Dates: Thursdays, July 9th - August 6th, 2026

Location: Wordswell Neighbourhood Centre, Peanut Plaza

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STEM Camps

Wordswell is offering a two-week STEM camp for students entering Grades 6–8 in September. As part of the camp, they will study a text that describes the order in the world around us and in our number system, and explore this order in the context of mathematics. They will also participate in daily and engaging STEM activities. Students will also do math modules that are designed to build their understanding of core math ideas and strengthen their overall mathematics capacity.

Dates and Location:

Camp 1: Monday, August 10-Friday August 14, 2026

Camp 2: Monday, August 17- Friday August 21, 2026

Times: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Location: Wordswell Neighbourhood Centre, Peanut Plaza

Mentorship Program

For high school students and those entering Grade 9 to 12 this September, we are offering a unique opportunity to mentor younger students while developing valuable leadership, academic, and service skills.

Program Highlights

  • Workshops: Explore themes related to living a meaningful and purposeful life dedicated to the betterment of society.

  • Capacity Building: Participate in training sessions that strengthen powers of expression, communication, leadership, and analytical thinking.

  • Field Experience: Apply learning through service by supporting younger students in educational activities.

Participants will take part in mentorship and training sessions throughout the week and then apply their learning by providing math and language tutoring to middle school students. They will also have opportunities to volunteer at our STEM camps, supporting activities for younger participants. Through these experiences, youth develop leadership, communication, and service skills while contributing to the academic and personal growth of the next generation.

Program Dates: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. July 7 to August 6

STEM Camp Volunteer Opportunities:

Session 1: August 10–14, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Session 2: August 17–21, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Wordswell Neighbourhood Centre, Peanut Plaza

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