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    Future Leaders

    by Ridley College

    Future Leaders explores political leadership, ethical decision-making and media literacy through debates, simulations and real-world challenges.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Future Leaders at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Campers ages 13-16

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 13-16

    Location / Region

    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

    Cost

    $450

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    PoliticsEthicsMedia StudiesDebating
    Meals: Daily hot buffet lunch
    Group size: No more than 20 campers
    Daily hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
    Campus experience: 90-acre Ridley College campus
    Health support: Full-time registered nursing staff
    Extended care: Before and after care

    Future Leaders summary

    Future Leaders is Ridley College’s leadership-focused Explorers camp. It connects political leadership, ethical decision-making and media literacy with challenges facing Canada and the global community.

    Campers explore different decision-making roles through debates, simulations and hands-on activities. It suits students interested in current affairs and how leaders communicate responsibly.

    What is Future Leaders?

    Future Leaders is a leadership-focused camp within Ridley College’s Explorers offerings. It explores how policymakers, strategists, advocates and entrepreneurs respond to political, economic and social challenges. Campers connect these roles with questions about responsible leadership and community change.

    The experience uses hands-on activities, debates and simulations to make those questions practical. Students examine how social media and AI influence public opinion and decisions. The emphasis is on critical thinking, ethical choices and communicating with integrity.

    Why Succeed highlights Future Leaders

    • Debates and simulations give students practical ways to examine leadership decisions.

    • Social media and AI connect the camp’s political focus with contemporary questions about influence.

    • Ethical decision-making adds substance beyond confidence-building alone.

    • Small groups, nursing support and daily lunches offer useful family-planning advantages.

    Who is Future Leaders for?

    Best for

    Students curious about politics, public opinion and ethical leadership who enjoy discussing ideas and taking part in group activities.

    Not ideal if

    You prefer a narrowly focused technical course or mostly independent study, since this camp emphasizes debates, simulations and leadership roles.

    Is Future Leaders worth it?

    Future Leaders is worth considering if a student wants to test an interest in politics and leadership through active participation. Its combination of debate, ethical questions and media literacy offers several ways to discover which aspects of public decision-making interest them most.

    Its breadth also creates a limitation: several substantial topics share a short camp experience. Treat it as an introduction and a chance to build confidence, rather than expecting advanced specialization.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $450; includes Future Leaders camp activities, debates and simulations, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley T-shirt, On-campus nursing support.

    Meals

    Daily hot buffet lunch

    Supervision or safety information

    Camp Ridley has full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security. Instructors have first aid, CPR and AED certification and have passed police record checks.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    1 week; St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Future Leaders need?

    Effort level

    Moderate participation across full camp days.

    Best started

    Begin planning about five weeks before your chosen session, allowing time to arrange care and review cancellation terms.

    Main challenge

    Explaining your ideas clearly while considering competing perspectives.

    Typical preparation

    • Choose a current-affairs story and identify the different groups affected by it.

    • Practice explaining your opinion and one reasonable counterargument.

    • Plan daily transportation and arrange any extended care in advance.

    • Pack two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle each day.

    Useful if

    You want to explore public decision-making and build confidence contributing to discussions.

    What do students do on Future Leaders?

    Campers explore leadership by taking on decision-making roles and responding to real-world challenges. Hands-on activities, debates and simulations connect political choices with ethics, communication and public influence.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore political, economic and social challenges facing Canada and the global community.

    2. 2

      Take on roles such as policymaker, strategist, advocate or entrepreneur.

    3. 3

      Work through challenges using activities, debates and simulations.

    4. 4

      Examine how social media and AI influence public opinion and decisions.

    5. 5

      Consider how leaders use power responsibly and communicate with integrity.

    Future Leaders dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Future Leaders — Week 3

    13-17 July 2026

    Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

    Reference date

    Future Leaders — Week 8

    17-21 August 2026

    Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Campers must be ages 13-16.

    How much does Future Leaders cost?

    Program fee

    $450 — CAD total for one five-day session.

    Funding or discounts

    • Combined extended care: $50 — Optional before and after care for one week; advance registration required.

    What's included

    Future Leaders camp activities, debates and simulations, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley T-shirt, On-campus nursing support

    How to apply to Future Leaders

    1. 1

      Use Camp Ridley’s CampBrain registration portal to register for Future Leaders.

    2. 2

      Share relevant medical, dietary, accessibility and behavioral information during registration.

    3. 3

      Register for optional extended care in advance if your family needs it.

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    What does Future Leaders cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Political leadership

    Explore how policymakers and strategists respond to political, economic and social challenges.

    Ethical decision-making

    Consider how responsible leaders use power wisely and make decisions with integrity.

    Media literacy

    Examine how social media and AI shape public opinion and influence decisions.

    Debates and simulations

    Practice exploring real-world challenges through hands-on activities and different leadership roles.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Future Leaders?

    A typical day during the program.

    Regular drop off

    Drop-off runs from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. at B Squad, in front of Lower School.

    Camp programming

    Camp runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a hot lunch provided daily.

    Regular pick up

    Pick-up runs from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m.; location maps are shared one week before camp.

    Optional extended care

    Advance-booked care runs 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 4:00-5:30 p.m. in the Fieldhouse.

    Who teaches on Future Leaders?

    Camp Ridley uses qualified, trained staff, and instructors hold standard first aid, CPR and AED certification and have passed police record checks. Day camp groups have no more than 20 campers, with low camper-to-instructor ratios.

    Where do students stay on Future Leaders?

    Non-residential plan

    • Day-camp experience: Campers attend during the day and return home each afternoon.
    • Dining-hall lunches: Daily buffet lunches include hot meat and vegetarian options, sandwiches, salads and fresh fruit.
    • Health and campus security: Full-time nursing staff, the Schmon Health Centre and 24/7 campus security support campers.

    Kosher meals cannot be accommodated; share dietary restrictions and food allergies during registration.

    What happens after Future Leaders?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Build a foundation in political leadership and ethical decision-making.

    Develop media literacy around social media and AI.

    Strengthen critical thinking about public and community challenges.

    Increase confidence communicating ideas with integrity.

    Where does Future Leaders take place?

    Camp Ridley takes place on Ridley College’s 90-acre campus in St. Catharines, Ontario, in Canada’s Niagara Region. Campers have access to facilities for academics, arts, athletics and recreation.

    Future Leaders FAQs

    The camp explores political leadership, ethical decision-making and media literacy. Campers also examine how social media and AI shape public opinion and decision-making.

    Campers tackle real-world challenges through hands-on activities, debates and simulations. They take on roles including policymakers, strategists, advocates and entrepreneurs.

    Camp runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Regular drop-off begins at 8:30 a.m., and pick-up ends at 4:00 p.m.

    A hot buffet lunch is provided in the dining hall, with meat and vegetarian options, sandwiches, salads and fruit. Campers should bring two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle.

    Before care runs from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., and after care runs from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Both require advance registration; the combined fee for one week is $50 CAD.

    Camp Ridley day camp groups have no more than 20 campers. The camp also emphasizes low camper-to-instructor ratios.

    Camp Ridley has full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security. Instructors have first aid, CPR and AED certification and have passed police record checks.

    Written refund requests made more than four weeks before camp receive a refund less a 10% administration fee. Requests two to four weeks before camp incur a 50% administration fee; requests less than two weeks before camp do not qualify for a refund.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • How to Choose the Right Summer Camp in Niagara for your Child | News | Ridley College
    • Summer Day Camps Overview | Ridley College
    • Apply to Ridley College | Ridley College
    • Explorers Camps (Ages 13 to 16) | Ridley College

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