YouthWrite Summer Camps

YouthWrite is a safe place for young writers to take artistic and creative risks in a supportive atmosphere. Beyond writing, campers can try yoga and writing, drumming and words, songwriting, illustrating, cartooning, screenwriting, improvisation, and more — with one-on-one time at the Blue Pencil Café, evening guest performers, and a chance to perform at the Inklings and WordPlayful Wrap-up.

Summer Camp Programming

  • YouthWrite Peak I Experience (Ages 10-14) | June 28 – July 3, 2026 — Overnight camp where creative youth spend time with quality instructors and talented peers discussing ideas and sharing their work. $825.00 CAD

  • Write2Film 2026 (Ages 14-19) | July 12-17, 2026 — Overnight camp giving creative youth hands-on filmmaking experience, learning the basics from professional instructors while filming, editing, and producing a film. $825.00 CAD

  • YouthWrite Peak II Experience 2026 | Overnight writing retreat continuing the Peak series for older or returning campers (see site for full age range and dates).

  • YouthWrite Highlands Experience 2026 | Additional overnight writing camp offering (see site for age range, dates, and pricing).

  • Spring Break Young Creators' Camps | Day camp offering for younger creators during spring break.

  • JustWrite 2026 (Ages 18+) | October 16-18, 2026 — Adult writers' retreat in the mountains with quality instructors and talented peers. $470.00 CAD ($450.00 CAD early bird).

  • YouthWrite 30th Anniversary Alumni Weekend | July 3-5, 2026 — Overnight weekend celebration for YouthWrite alumni. $125.00 CAD.

Locations & Details

  • Organization Address: 10629 - 127 Street, Edmonton, AB T5N 1W2

  • Phone: 780.996.4962

  • Registration: First-come, first-served based on receipt of full applications and official acceptance; camps fill up quickly, so early sign-up is recommended

  • Scholarships: Available — apply using your passion for writing through YouthWrite's list of scholarships and grants

  • Camp Locations: Specific retreat/camp venues vary by program (mountain retreats, overnight camp sites); check each individual camp page for exact location details

  • Register: YouthWrite Find a Camp