Interprovincial Music Camp
Canada's finest music camp.
Dear IMC Campers and Parents,
It is with a heavy heart that I must write this letter and let you know that the summer session 2020 for Interprovincial Music Camp has been cancelled. Today the government of Ontario announced the following:
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, all residential summer camps are closed for this upcoming season.
Please know that it is extremely difficult to hear this decision. The government’s decision confirms that there are simply too many known and unknown risks to safely go forward. As adults, we know how much our kids benefit from camp, how they need to bond and be with their friends, how badly they want to play music, and laugh. But we also know that the health of our campers, staff and faculty are paramount.
We spend our year planning and preparing for the IMC experience, and like your camper, we too countdown the days waiting for camp to begin! We will all carry our memories over until next year.
Deposits and Payments Made to Date
We know some families are experiencing financial challenges right now and we would like to get your fees/deposit back to you as soon as possible.
For those of you that do not find yourselves in this position we have included a few other options we hope you will consider:
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Carry forward your 2020 payments made to secure your campers spot in the 2021 season at a reduced rate. Families choosing this option - will receive a $100 discount on your 2021 camp fees or $100.00 of IMC Swag.
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Donate your 2020 fees, or a portion of your fees to assist IMC with ongoing costs throughout this year. A tax receipt will be issued for all donations. We would deeply appreciate this if you are able.
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Full refund (etransfer) of camp fees paid to date.
Please email me at anne@campimc.ca with the option you have chosen.
Moving Forward
We are busy working on plans to keep IMC in all our hearts and minds until we are together again next season. Please watch for an email next week with what we have in the works!
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Keep the music going! We look forward to seeing everyone in 2021 for the celebration of IMC’s 60th Anniversary.
Sincerely,
Anne
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Testimonials
Hear what campers, parents and faculty have to say about IMC
Tina-Nik
Our son, Aidan just arrived home from his first summer at IMC yesterday! We cannot overstate what a positive experience it was. He matured so much as a musician and can't wait to attend the 2020 IMC camp. An amazing program with a great balance of rigour and fun. Every concert we watched, left us breathless. The dedicated instructors are top-notch. Shout out to Dr. Colleen Richardson and Brennan Connolly! The experience of being able to enjoy the facilities at Manitou camp is an additional benefit. The faculty, the people, the campers, THE MUSIC, all tremendous - Highly recommend!
ParentSarah
Each of my three kids came home from IMC with vastly improved skills and a new appreciation for their lessons. My violin player got over the newbie hump and is improving in leaps and bounds. They're each working hard to improve before IMC 2020 so they can show up with a little more swagger. They intend to make the most of their peers and incredible faculty. Thanks IMC for being so inspiring--you knocked their socks off!
ParentLee
My daughter looks forward to IMC ALL year. We literally hear about it from her once or twice a week all fall, winter and spring, and she can't wait to get back to camp at the end of August. IMC is her happy place. She has made friendships that will likely last a lifetime, and her songwriting abilities have taken a giant leap forward thanks to the brilliant teachers who work at the camp. Can't say enough good things about IMC.
ParentParent
Thanks for helping make IMC my sons favorite place on earth! I can't begin to explain how much you and all of your staff have changed Jacob's musical life. In his words "I have found my people"
ParentParent
"I cannot put into words how truly grateful I am for the outstanding opportunity your organization gave my daughter. She has been inspired and moved in an unbelievable way. I have never seen her this happy and in such a comfort zone as I have from this camp. "
ParentMike Rud
I was blown away with the quality of the teachers, staff and kids. Incredibly inspired by all of you!
Jazz FacultyErika Ristok
Thank you for another great summer music camp; Lucas had a blast and we really enjoyed watching the performances! Keep up the great work! It's so nice to see how much the kids support one another; and the facilitators clearly love the work they are doing.
ParentParent
Thanks for helping make IMC my sons favorite place on earth! I can't begin to explain how much you and all of your staff have changed Jacob's musical life. In his words "I have found my people"
ParentParent
"I cannot put into words how truly grateful I am for the outstanding opportunity your organization gave my daughter. She has been inspired and moved in an unbelievable way. I have never seen her this happy and in such a comfort zone as I have from this camp. "
Parent