Camp Kandalore Leadership Programs

For many campers, the Kandalore experience gets into their heart and soul. They want to take their skills to the next level, and they want to give back to a new generation of campers. Our leadership programs give them that chance.

*Please note that domestic pricing includes Canada and the United States. All prices are tax exempt.

The Explorer Program

For campers turning 16

An adventure for campers who love canoe tripping. Leaders are transported to challenging remote rivers and paddle through the Canadian wilderness. A great way to develop confidence, skills and independence.

All Explorers are eligible to work toward the following certifications:

Healthy Living & Outdoor Activities, Grade 11 (PAD30) OSSD Credit (Additional cost of $600)

Applications open October 1st, 2026. To apply to the Explorer Program applications need to be filled out here.

Cost
$8,999
$8,999 (International)

Dates

A Session July 3^st – July 30^th, 2027

B Session August 3^st – August 30^th, 2027

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The Pathfinder Program

For campers turning 16

A rich learning experience that integrates leaders into the in-camp program and a 5-7 day canoe trip, focusing on developing hard and soft skills required for leaders of today!

All Pathfinders are also eligible for the following certifications:

Emergency First Aid and CPR-C
Bronze Medallion and/or Cross
ORCKA canoeing levels
Healthy Living & Outdoor Activities, Grade 11 (PAD30) OSSD Credit (Additional cost of $600)
40 hours of community service

Applications open October 1st, 2026. To apply to the Pathfinder Program applications need to be filled out here.

Cost
$7,150
$8,650 (International)

Dates

A Session July 3^rd – July 30^th, 2027

B Session August 3^rd - August 30^th, 2027

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The Explorer 2 (X2) Program

For Leaders turning 17

A challenging program that includes an in-camp component and a 24-26 day canoe trip. Leaders who successfully complete the program are ready to apply for a Counsellor or Tripper Apprentice job the following year.

All X2’s are eligible to work toward the following certifications:

Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Bronze Medallion and/or Cross
Recreational and Healthy Active Living Leadership, Grade 12 (PLF4M) OSSD Credit (Additional cost of $600)
40 hours of community service

Applications open October 1st, 2026. To apply to the X2 Program applications need to be filled out here.

Cost
$6,100
$7,930 (International)

Dates

June 30^th – August 30^th, 2027

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The Leader in Training (LIT) Program

For Leaders turning 17

A challenging program that includes leadership training, counselling campers, and activity instruction. Leaders who successfully complete the LIT program are ready to apply for a Counsellor job the following year.

All LITs are eligible to work toward the following certifications:

Standard First Aid and CPR-C
Bronze Medallion and/or Cross
ORCKA canoeing levels
Recreational and Healthy Active Living Leadership, Grade 12 (PLF4M) OSSD Credit (Additional cost of $600)
60 hours of community service

Applications will open October 1st, 2026. To apply to the LIT Program applications need to be filled out here.

Cost
$2,700
$3,820 (International)

Dates

June 30^th – August 30^th, 2027

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