UPDATED FOR 2026 

Our Commitment​

Camp Solelim is a community built by its campers. To keep everyone safe, included, and able to thrive, the Camper and Parent(s)/Guardian(s) agree to the Code of Conduct below. Please review it together before camp. By submitting your application, you confirm you've read and will follow these expectations.

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Definitions

Camp: Camp Solelim property, programs, and off-site activities.

Staff: All employees, contractors, and volunteers supervising campers.

Prohibited substances: Alcohol; tobacco/nicotine; vaping devices (e.g., vape pens, Juuls); cannabis; illegal drugs; and any drug-related paraphernalia.

Personal device: Any phone, smartwatch, tablet, game system, or device that can connect to data/Wi-Fi or play videos/games.

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How to Read This Document

Each section includes Legal Terms (what we enforce) and a note For Campers (what it means day-to-day) to help them understand what is expected of them. If there's any difference, the Legal Terms govern.

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 CAMPER CODE OF CONDUCT ​

1) Substances & Paraphernalia

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not use, possess, distribute, or attempt to obtain prohibited substances or drug-related paraphernalia. Prescription medication must be used only as prescribed and stored/managed by the Camp health team.

For Campers: No alcohol, drugs, vapes, or related gear. Meds go to the Health Centre and are taken as directed.

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2) Boundaries & Leaving Site
Legal Terms: The Camper shall respect off-limits areas and shall not leave Camp property except on Camp-supervised programs or with prior Staff authorization.

For Campers: Stay out of places you're not allowed to be. Only leave camp unless a staff member says so and is with you.

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​3) Respect & Safety

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not engage in conduct that harms or could reasonably harm any person's physical or emotional safety. Physical, verbal, emotional, sexual harassment or abuse, inappropriate and offensive behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to:

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• Violence, assault and/or acts of aggression

• Threatening to harm oneself or others

• Bullying and/or excluding others

• Hazing/initiating and/or intimidating others

• Inappropriate, unwanted and/or non-consensual touching

• Hateful, discriminatory, or abusive language and/or gestures that promote racism, homophobia, transphobia, rape culture, gang culture, etc.

Violations may result in immediate dismissal. Reports of sexual misconduct or other unlawful behaviour may be reported to authorities as required by law.
 

For Campers: Everyone deserves to feel safe. Your good time cannot come at the expense of someone else's. No bullying, hate, threats, or touching without consent. If your behaviour is harming yourself or others, you may be sent home and, in some cases, the police may need to get involved.

​4) Inclusion & Kindness

Legal Terms: The Camper shall act with dignity and respect toward others and contribute to an inclusive environment.

For Campers: Be kind. Help people feel welcome. Lift others up.

5) Teasing & Making Fun

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not tease, mock, or make jokes at others' expense; such behaviour may constitute harassment and create an unsafe environment.

For Campers: I was joking is not an excuse. What seems harmless to you can cause a lot of damage to someone else. If it puts someone down, don't say it.
 

6) Sensitive Topics & Privacy

Legal Terms: To protect community well-being, the Camper shall discuss sensitive personal topics (e.g., self-harm, suicidal ideation, abuse, sexual harassment/assault) with Staff or the Camper Care team rather than with other campers, unless part of a Staff-led setting.

For Campers: If heavy stuff comes up, talk to staff. We will support you.

7) Participation & Support

Legal Terms: The Camper shall attend scheduled activities, meals, and programs unless excused by Staff. If a Camper's behaviour requires repeated removal from activities or significantly disrupts others' experience, Camp may be unable to continue accommodations and may dismiss the Camper.

For Campers: Join in and try your best. If you are not able to participate positively, you may lose privileges or go home.

8) Respect for Others' Property

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not steal, borrow without consent, vandalize, or intentionally damage others' belongings.

For Campers: Do not take or break stuff that is not yours.

9) Camp Property & Restitution

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not vandalize or damage Camp property, equipment, or the natural environment (including, but not limited to: tents, beds, washrooms, buildings/structures, signs, safety equipment, program gear, etc.). Parents/Guardians are responsible for the cost of repair or replacement; the Camper may be required to assist with repair and/or restoration.

For Campers: Treat camp and nature with care. If you break or damage it, your family may need to pay for it.

10) Personal Technology

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not use or possess a personal device during the session. Devices brought to Camp must be surrendered on arrival; any device found later may be confiscated and held until departure.

For Campers: No phones or devices at camp. If we find one, we will keep it until you go home.

11) Fire Safety

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not light matches/lighters, burn coils, or operate heating/electrical appliances (e.g., hot pot, heater, kettle) without Staff permission and supervision where applicable.

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For Campers: Do not light or heat anything unless a staff says it is okay.

12) Personal Hygiene

Legal Terms: The Camper shall maintain reasonable personal hygiene, including regular showers, tooth-brushing, and changing clothes.

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For Campers: Shower, brush, and change regularly - for your health and your tent-mates.

13) Safety Protocols

Legal Terms: The Camper shall follow all safety protocols, including but not limited to: sun safety (hat, sunscreen, hydration); earing appropriate clothing/footwear for activities; water safety (follow lifeguards, wear PFDs when required); injury/illness protocols per medical direction; communicable-disease/COVID-19 protocols in effect; and emergency procedures as communicated on arrival.

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For Campers: To keep you safe, we need to trust that you will follow camp's safety rules: wearing hats, putting on sunscreen, drinking water, dressing appropriately for activities, listening to lifeguards, wearing lifejackets, as well as following nurse's directions, and emergency instructions.

14) Tent Hopping

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not enter any tent or sleeping area that is not their assigned sleeping area without Staff permission and shall respect others' privacy. Sexual activity in any tent or sleeping area is prohibited. The Camper shall follow curfew and remain in assigned sleeping areas after lights-out unless directed by Staff.  If a Camper is found in a tent that is not theirs, the Camper may be sent home.

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For Campers: Tents are private spaces. Campers are only allowed in their own tent. Hooking up in tents is not cool and not allowed. After lights-out, stay in your tent or you risk being sent home.

​15) Body modification

Legal Terms: The Camper shall not pierce or tattoo any part of their body during the Camp session.

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For Campers: No piercings or tattoos at camp.

16) Generally Unsafe/Disruptive Conduct

Legal Terms: he Camper shall refrain from any conduct that Staff, in their reasonable discretion, deem unsafe, unlawful, or materially detrimental to the Camp program or community.

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For Campers: If something's unsafe or goes against Solelim values, don't do it - even if it is not listed here.

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 CONSEQUENCES & PROCESS ​

Legal Terms: Consequences are determined by Camp, in its sole discretion, based on circumstances and safety needs. Possible actions include, without limitation:
 

• Meeting with Tent Staff/Head Counsellor/Head Staff/Social Worker/Director;
   

• Notification of Parent(s)/Guardian(s);
   

• Behaviour expectations/contract;
   

• Loss of privileges or removal from activities;
   

• Restitution, community service, or restorative actions;
   

• Tent/group changes, increased supervision, or separation;
   

• Suspension or dismissal from Camp (same day or as soon as practicable);
   

• Referral to law enforcement or child-protection authorities as required.

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​If dismissed or suspended, transportation and all related costs are the Parent(s)/Guardian(s)' responsibility. Fees are non-refundable in the event of dismissal for Code violations, except where prohibited by law.

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​For Campers: Choices have consequences. If we think your behaviour is hurting yourself or others, you could go home. Your family handles the ride and costs.

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 PARENT/GUARDIAN STATEMENT & SIGNATURE 

Please read and check each statement (all mandatory):

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• I/We have read the Camp Solelim Code of Conduct and understand that our child’s participation is contingent on full compliance.
   

• I/we are fully committed to this Code of Conduct and understand its importance in creating a safe and inclusive camp culture.
   

• I/We have no reason to believe our child will be unable to comply with the Code.
   

• I/We acknowledge that Camp—in its sole discretion—may determine Code violations and apply consequences up to and including immediate dismissal.
   

• I/We understand that fees are non-refundable if our child is dismissed for Code violations.
   

• If dismissed, the Camp will cooperate with us on our child’s departure, but assumes no liability for travel or logistics. All costs (including lodging outside Camp, transportation, meals, and—if required—any staff escort) will be billed to and immediately payable by us, and we agree to be jointly and severally liable.
   

• I/We accept responsibility for all costs, charges, or damages to Camp, campers, or staff resulting from vandalism, theft, or other misconduct by our child.
   

• I/We understand that possession and/or use of alcohol and/or drugs will result in suspension from Canadian Young Judaea activities and camps for one (1) year, including the following summer.
   

• I/We consent to Camp inspecting personal belongings, bunks/tents, and storage areas on arrival and on a random or as-needed basis, to promote safety and enforce the Code.
   

• I/We understand that unauthorized presence in another tent may result in dismissal, even on the first offence, with return-home costs our responsibility.
   

• I/We will treat Camp and Staff with respect regardless of circumstances. Conduct by Parent(s)/Guardian(s) that undermines safety, trust, or Camp’s partnership with families may result in our child being sent home and/or not accepted for future enrolment.

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By signing this Code of Conduct, I, my camper, and my family agree to abide by the Camper Code of Conduct and accept the consequences that may arise by our inability to follow the terms and conditions contained therein.

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