Durham Immersive Arts Camp (DIAC)

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Durham Immersive Arts Camp (DIAC) offers Durham District School Board (DDSB) students a unique opportunity to explore Music, Visual Art, Music Theatre, and Dance. The camp fosters creativity in an outdoor setting, encouraging self-expression, inclusion, and the celebration of diverse talents. Led by DDSB teachers, professional artists, and guest artists, DIAC provides a supportive environment where students from grades 7-12 deepen their understanding of the arts and connect personally across disciplines.

 

Highlights for DIAC 2025

  • The application process has changed. Please complete an application of interest to attend camp DIAC. The application window for DIAC will be open for three weeks (February 20 to March 20, 2025). Once closed, applications will be reviewed and successful applicants will be notified via email. Medical information, waivers and payment can then be submitted via provided links.

  • Successful applicants will be notified March 30, 2025. 

  • New courses:
    • Crochet
    • Beginner Instrumental Band 
    • Black Light Drama
  • Two Student Leadership training days for Prospective Counselors and CITs  (June 8 and September 7, 2025)
  • Updates available on DIAC Google Classroom, Instagram, and email 
  • Four daily sessions balancing a major art focus and elective options
  • Camp-wide focus on fostering the DIAC "spirit" and making a positive impact at home schools
  • Evening campfire program 

Camp location, Date and Fee

  • Location: Camp White Pine in Haliburton, Ontario

  • Dates: Saturday, September 20 to Friday, September 26, 2025

    We recognize that the dates for the DIAC camp this year coincide with the observance of Rosh Hashanah. While we are unable to adjust the camp schedule, we are committed to supporting all students in participating fully in both camp activities and their religious practices.

    If your child requires additional transportation options during the week to attend camp and return home for family celebrations, or if they would prefer to observe Rosh Hashanah at camp, we are here to help make accommodations. Our goal is to ensure that all students feel supported and included during this time.

    Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us to discuss how we can best support your family’s needs.

  • Cost: The cost to attend DIAC is $685.00 per student. Payment must be made via School Cash Online. Payment is made after the application window closes and campers are notified of a spot at DIAC.

General Information

Please read before registering.

The links to the documents below will assist campers and family with information on course descriptions and life at camp.


Scholarship Opportunity

Apply for a DIAC Scholarship
To apply for financial assistance, a scholarship link will be emailed to you if it was requested in your application (Section 3 of 15 on Application Form) Students and families must log in using the DDSB Student ID to access the scholarship application form.

Financial support may also be available from external sources, such as the Ignite Foundation. Please speak with your school administrator for further information. 

How to apply

  • Application link will be available on this website: Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 7:00 PM 
  • Application closes: Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 4:00PM

The DIAC Camp program is offered to students in the Durham District School Board (DDSB).  The DDSB takes into account a number of considerations to ensure there is equitable access to this program opportunity.

  • Students attending DIAC enrolled in DDSB schools in Grades 7-12 
  • Available number of openings for each area in The Arts 
  • Balanced representation from each area of DDSB
  • Available camper accommodation space  
  • Balance of elementary and secondary campers
  • Application includes a rationale for the student’s interest in Immersive Arts programming
  • The course selected by your child has space available
  • Receipt of a fully completed application and accompanying payment and health forms and waivers
Counselors and CIT Training:

For more information on CIT training, contact:  Melissa Rabjohn: melissa.rabjohn@ddsb.ca 

Contact

For more information about registration or to get assistance with registration, please email:


Testimonial

"As a young kid growing up in Durham and a lover of the arts, DIAC for me was a home away from home, somewhere I dreamed about being all year long and cherished when I got to be there. Being surrounded by so many brilliant people at such a magical place helped me to see the power I had inside myself. The camp has given me memories I'll have for the rest of my life and allowed me to meet some of my most beloved friends. DIAC truly has a special place in my heart, and I sincerely wish that everyone could experience it at least once. Truly, if it isn't home, it must be at DIAC!"

– Former DIAC Camper