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SLEEPOVER at the Science Centre!

Grab your sleeping bag and join us for an extraordinary night of science!

FUN for the whole family!

A great group event!

A unique indoor camping experience!

And EVERYTHING is organized for you!

Your Sleepover program includes:

  • science activities and special shows
  • IMAX® film
  • hundreds of interactive experiences
  • storytelling around an indoor virtual campfire
  • evening snack and hot breakfast
  • evening admission to Leonardo da Vinci’s WorkshopThe Exhibition (Oct. 29, Feb. 11 & Mar. 3 Sleepovers only)
  • free parking
  • exploration of the Science Centre after dark
  • AND admission for the following day too!

We have FUN down to a science! Become one of the more than 58,000 participants who have experienced the thrill of the Ontario Science Centre after dark at Toronto’s best Sleepover experience!

Sleepovers 2012 Brochure
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NEW SLEEPOVER THEME FOR 2012!

Destination Discovery

Embark on a unique science-packed Sleepover adventure in Destination Discovery! Test your talent for orienteering and master your exploration skills as you challenge your imagination and explore the powers of creativity and innovation. If you are up for a science-seeking mission, set your course for Destination Discovery and prepare for a journey of startling science around every bend and endless possibilities for fun!


DATE GROUPS
Saturday, February 11, 2012   Sparks, Brownies & Guides
Saturday, March 3, 2012 Families, Scouts, Girl Guides and all groups*
Saturday, March 31, 2012 Sparks, Brownies & Guides
Saturday, April 14, 2012 Families, Scouts, Girl Guides and all groups*
Saturday, April 28, 2012 Sparks, Brownies & Guides

*open to families, Scouts Canada, Girl Guides of Canada, schools and other recreational groups

Participation in the Destination Discovery Sleepover will qualify for the following badges:

Sleepover Customer Quotes:

"We travelled over 3 hours to get here – so worth the drive! We loved it!"

"Thanks for everything. The leaders and volunteers were awesome."

"The event was well organized with lots of assistance."

What else do I need to know?


SAMPLE AGENDA

Evening Program
4:45 - 5:30 p.m. Check-In
5:30 - 5:45 p.m. Program Begins
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. IMAX Film
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Hands-on Activities
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Science Show
9:00 - 10:30 p.m. Exhibit Exploration
10:30 - 11:00 p.m. Sleeping Area Orientation
11:00 - 11:45 p.m. Storytelling Around a Virtual Campfire
12:00 a.m. Bedtime - Lights Out!
Morning Program
6:45 - 7:00 a.m. Wake Up
7:00 - 7:30 a.m. Breakfast
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Exhibit Exploration
9:00 a.m. Sleepover Program Ends
10:00 a.m. Science Centre Re-Opens

Sleepover dates, agenda, film and program contents are subject to change without notice.

Sleeping Areas

Sleeping areas throughout the Ontario Science Centre are assigned by the Sleepover (as on brochure) staff and cannot be selected. Washrooms are readily accessible for changing. Please note that we do not have shower facilities and, in true sleepover fashion, all participants will bunk down on the floor to sleep.

Please note: Most sleeping areas are not carpeted and exhibits are not completely dark due to emergency lighting.

Supervision and Security

  1. Group Leaders/Organizers are responsible for supervision of their participants.
  2. The minimum supervision ratio is one adult, leader or supervisor to eight children.
  3. The Ontario Science Centre has special emergency procedures and protocols for overnight events. All Sleepover participants are trained in fire-drill procedures at the beginning of the night.
  4. Security staff and Sleepover staff remain in the building throughout the night.

Attention Girl Guide Leaders: Download a pre-filled Girl Guides of Canada Emergency Response Plan (SG.4) and the Emergency Response Guidelines Appendix D. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document. We've taken care of the sections relating to the Ontario Science Centre for you!

$59*
per person

How much does it cost?

$59* per person.

Full payment by credit card (MC, Visa or AMEX) required at time of booking.

*Fees waived for Support Persons accompanying sleepover participants with disabilities.

Sleepover spaces are limited and allotted on a first come/first served basis based on receipt of payment. Sleepover cannot be booked or spaces held without full payment.

Groups of any size may register for a Sleepover. All groups or families must have at least one adult (19+ years old) and meet the supervision ratio of one adult to eight children.

Price includes all applicable taxes. Additional coupons and / or passes do not apply. The Sleepover program is offered as a complete package only. No program substitutions. Sleepover dates, agenda, film, policies, price and program contents are subject to change without notice.

CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY

Cancellations are processed according to the schedule below:

16 days or more prior to your confirmed
Sleepover date
100% Refund (less the $50 whole group cancellation fee)
15 days or less from your confirmed
Sleepover date
No Refund
Refunds are made payable only to the group, care of the group’s organizer. We reserve the right to cancel any Sleepover, with a full refund.

How do I book?

Pre-registration is required with full payment (credit card only).

Online
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Within three (3) business days of booking, you will be emailed a confirmation letter (PDF) containing a link to download your detailed Sleepover package. If you do not receive your confirmation letter, contact our Recreational Programs Office at 416-696-3256 Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm or by email us at RecreationalPrograms@OntarioScienceCentre.ca.

By Phone
Phone our Recreational Programs Office, Monday to Friday between 8 am and 4 pm, at 416-696-3256 with your booking information and credit card payment. Within three (3) business days of booking, you will be emailed a confirmation letter (PDF) containing a link to download your detailed Sleepover package. If you do not receive your confirmation letter, contact our Recreational Programs Office.

Book early to avoid disappointment. Due to the popularity of Sleepovers, most nights fill to capacity. Adding extra participants to a confirmed registration is subject to availability.

How do I change my participant numbers?

  1. Call the Recreational Programs Office at 416-696-3256.
  2. Provide your reference number and the number of infants, children, youths and/ or adults you wish to add or decrease.
  3. To add participants, provide a credit card number with expiry date for payment.
  4. If your decrease in numbers qualifies you for a refund, the amount owing will be refunded to the credit card on file for your booking.

Requests to increase your participant numbers will be accepted up to 3 days prior to the date of your Sleepover, subject to availability.

Requests to decrease your participant numbers will be accepted with a full refund up to 16 days prior to the date of your Sleepover. As there are no refunds less than 15 days prior to your Sleepover, we recommend that you find substitute participants for your unallocated spots.

How to contact us?

Email:


Phone:
416-696-3256
Office Hours 8 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday
24 hour voice mail

Fax:
416-696-3139

Mail:
Recreational Programs
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Road
Toronto ON M3C 1T3