At TinkerLab I am committed to providing a healthy environment for all participants attending our programs. As a mom myself I deeply understand the importance of creating a safe and healthy environment for our children to engage in fun and enriching activities. At TinkerLab, I prioritize the well-being of every camper, ensuring that their experience is both enjoyable and secure. I have implemented a range of measures to maintain a clean and protected environment so that your family can feel confident and assured while your children participate in our exciting programs. 

Thank you for entrusting me with your child's camp experience! I look forward to a wonderful (and healthy!) season. 

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All children and staff are monitored for illness upon entry into the studio. If a child is found to be ill they will be sent home and will be allowed to participate in programming when they are feeling better (please see guidelines below). 

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Children will not be able to attend camp if he/she has any of the following:

• An elevated temperature over 38.0 degrees C. *Children can return to programming 24 hours after their fever has ended. 

• An Acute cold (sever green nasal discharge and/or severe coughing) *Children can return once symptoms improve. 

• An undiagnosed or contagious skin rash or infection. 

• Lice, Ringworm or other bodily infestations

• If the child is lethargic and cannot participate in the usual daily routine. 

• Vomiting or Diarrhea *Children can return 48 hours after the last episode has finished. 

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A sick child needs to be symptom free or on antibiotics (prescribed by a doctor) for 24 hours before returning to TinkerLab for all illnesses that are not related to Covid-19.

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Refunds and deferrals are issued in the following cases: 

Workshops: At least 72 hours notice must be given to receive a refund or to defer the fee paid to another workshop. Within 72 hours we are unable to provide a refund or deferral, this includes registrations secured within 72 hours of the workshop.

 

School Holiday Break Camps, including summer camps: Due to staffing arrangements and material cost and preparation we require a minimum 45 days notice to cancel camps, including summer, winter and March break camps. Deferral of fees cannot be made for school holiday break camps. 

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P.A./P.D. Day Camps: At least 72 hours notice must be given to receive a refund or to defer the fee paid to another camp. Deferrals can be made to another P.A./P.D. Day camp, March Break or Winter Break camp. Within 72 hours we are unable to provide a refund or deferral, this includes registrations secured within 72 hours of the P.A/P.D. Day Camp.

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Health & Sanitizing Procedures: 

We have invested in a disinfecting machine which uses a child-safe sanitizing gas to disinfect the entire studio, including tables, benches, writing utensils, etc. There is also a UVC light wand to disinfect all of our electronic and coding materials (like our Snap Circuits, Makey Makey’s, OSMO’s and tablets). 

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COVID-19 Precautions

Children who are exhibiting symptoms of Covid-19 or other must not join in TinkerLab programs until they are Covid free and symptoms improve. As the information regarding Covid-19 changes frequently, TinkerLab will update families regularly on what is a Covid-19 symptom. 

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If TinkerLab is forced to close due to Covid-19 parents will be able to use the fees already paid for the time the studio is closed for programing between January 1st, 2026 and December 31st, 2026. Refunds will not be issued if a child cannot participate or the studio closes due to Covid-19. 

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*Each refund is subject to a $20.00 administration fee.