Camp Memberships
CCI/Canada is our country’s largest Christian camping association. Every camp and conference centre that joins CCI/Canada can enjoy resources, national representation, fellowship with like-minded camps, and many other valuable benefits. Membership with CCI/Canada includes support of camping ministries worldwide.
Why Join CCI/Canada?
Your camp will...
- Have the ability to share resources and ideas, which often results in better prices and long-term connections.
- Give and receive advice on issues in camping ministry. You can do this through CCI/Canada's social networks, the members-only forum on our website, or by calling in to our National Office.
- You can ask any question on any topic, from how to arrange for foreign staff to what your camp's rights are when dealing with social services.
- Experience learning opportunities through networking, conferences, camp tours, and most importantly by forging relationships with other camps.
- Find fellowship with others who truly understand the experience of being in camping ministry.
Camp Member Benefits
National Conferences
Value: $500+/person
At our National Conferences, camps come together from across Canada to encourage one another spiritually, network with others, learn about changing trends in camping ministry, develop leadership skills and come away with ideas and resources to use at your camp. National Conferences are usually held every second year in the even years.
Leadership Summit
Value: $400+/person
At the Leadership Summit we learn together as a group, discussing a specific topic or topics. The Summit focuses on empowering camp staff to be better, more effective leaders who know the standards and regulations set out for camps. The Summit is usually held ever second year in the odd years.
Regional Events
Value: $150+/person
A regional team organizes annual conferences, camp tours, lunch meetings, day gatherings and/or advertising opportunities for each individual region. These gatherings are specific to your region’s issues and strengths.
The purpose for regional events is to spiritual encouragement, networking and providing important training and information.
Camp Tours
There are several camp tours each year, all in different areas of the country. These tours allow you to visit other camps, network, and share ideas. Camp tours may also include international destinations.
Webinars and Online Training
CCI/Canada periodically offers webinars and other online training opportunities for our members.
Camp Finder
A listing in our Camp Finder makes your camp searchable on our website and on campfinder.ca. Your camp will have a full profile and description of activities and facilities, as well as a link to your website. We receive over 20,000 hits per day on our campfinder when people are looking for camps.
Web Presence
We come alongside you to get your camp seen and to drive traffic to your website. We promote camping across Canada, and specifically to our member camps. If your camp has something to say, all you have to do is ask and we’ll get the information out.
Advertising
CCI/Canada advertises for summer camp collectively as well as helping to provide opportunities for camps to advertise individually. This may be through print/online advertisements, through church visits, etc.
Discounts & Buying Power
Membership with CCI/Canada connects you to a wealth of savings opportunities. As camps, we pool our resources in order to keep prices as low as possible. We want you to spend less on inputs so you have more to spend on your outputs.
Check with each Business Member to find out about group discounts and special rates for CCI/Canada members. We are always working on increasing our list of Business Members to provide a strong offering of products and services to you. The Business Member page on our website will show an up-to-date listing of current Business members.
Business Connections
By connecting camps with businesses, we are able to forge valuable connections with our growing group of Business Members. Not only are discounts and special pricing available, but a wealth of knowledge can be gleaned from professionals in the industry.
International Tours and Exchanges
Periodically, CCI/Canada organizes tours and exchanges with other CCI countries. These exchanges provide valuable opportunities for learning and growth, global networking, and are always a positive experience.
International Volunteer/Job Opportunities
CCI/Canada will assist your camp in finding international volunteer or job opportunities. We will also inform you of international volunteers who wish to serve here in Canada. These experiences help enrich camp ministry and form a greater connection among Christian camps worldwide.
CCI Canada Office
If you ever have a concern or question of any kind, we encourage you to call the office toll-free at 1-877-374-3225. Quite often, through our experience in camp ministry, we’ll know the answer to your question. If we don’t, we will either know where to find it or we will keep looking until we do!
Member Care
Member Care providers are available to provide you with pastoral support. Those who work in Christian camping often feel isolated – especially those working alone or as a couple at a small site. Need encouragement, support or someone to pray with? Email our Member Care Coordinator at care@cci-canada.ca and we’ll connect you.
Grant Application Assistance
Writing grant proposals can be difficult. CCI/Canada camp members happen to have a wealth of experience writing effective proposals and we would like to offer you our expertise. We can look over your proposal to make sure it’s as effective as it can be.
Recognition as Members
As a member, you will receive an official Member Certificate and use of the CCI/Canada logos.
The Equipper
Value: $100
Members get a monthly subscription to our e-newsletter, The Equipper. This newsletter includes camping news, links to pertinent resources, announcements, classifieds listings, special offers, and important information for your camp.
Mentorship Program
Value: $270+
CCI/Canada is offering a mentorship connection to our camp leaders. Have experience, wisdom or knowledge to share? Hoping to have someone share their ideas, experience, and abilities with you? We will connect you with someone so that you can both benefit from what each other has to offer.
InSite Magazine
Value: $140
CCI/Canada members receive a subscription to the InSite Magazine, an online publication produced by the Camping and Conference Centre Association (CCCA), Canada’s US counterpart. This magazine is published every second month.
Resources
Members have access to an amazing library of resources. Resources include a large variety of topics some of which are:
- sample policies
- game ideas/rules
- employment contracts
- board resources
Member-to-Member Social Networking
Share stories, struggles, encouragement, and solutions with others who share your vision for Christian camping ministry. Stay connected through CCI/Canada’s social media pages.
Are You a Business Looking for a Membership?
CCI/Canada is an association of almost 200 camps and conference centres spread across Canada. Membership will connect you with this powerful group of buyers. In addition to the chance to connect with a specific clientele, you will find many more benefits to your membership.