"66% of Jews who attended a Jewish camp considered their Jewish identity “very important,” compared to just 29% among those who never attended." - Foundation for Jewish Camp

We are a progressive summer camp and year-round community creating vibrant Jewish life for children ages 7-18. Our unique participatory, youth-led model creates a lively, profound and empowering experience, where campers can be themselves, build community, and bring the change they want to see in the world. Our camp is located in Cloyne, Ontario, Canada and our year-round community is active in Toronto.

Professional Staff

You’ll find Gesher staff at seminars and Ken events throughout the year, collaborating with counsellors to keep the Gesher community meaningful and magical.

Amit

Amit is the creative force and director behind Gesher, bringing energy and vision to camp each summer. With a passion for fostering fun and growth, Amit ensures every camper feels included and inspired. Whether it’s planning exciting activities, solving problems with a smile, or cheering on campers, Amit’s leadership makes Gesher a magical place for everyone.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Camp Gesher Board and its committees are comprised of highly dedicated alumni, parents of campers, Madrichim (counsellors), and friends of Gesher who volunteer their time, energy, and support.

Email our Board Chair

Our Philosophy

As a youth-led community, we are founded on shared responsibility.

Avodah

We all work together to take care of camp. Avodah cultivates a sense of personal responsibility and pride in the place we call home for the summer - we see camp as a place that really does belong to every single one of us.

We recognize each individual and understand that everyone plays a vital role in shaping our community. Nurturing a community based on the principles of equality, democracy, and interdependence enables us to illuminate the world around us.