The After-School Recreation Care (ARC) Program is an initiative designed to help fill the gap in after-school care for children aged 6 to 12 years (ARC) and 10 to 15 years (CLASP) in the City of Toronto.
ARC serves children ages 6 to 12 years old and incorporates physical activity, nutrition education, health and wellness and local programming daily.
Community Leadership After School Program (CLASP) serves children 10-15 years of age and is built on principles of healthy youth development. The program is designed to enhance life skills by promoting physical activity, health & wellness, and community involvement through Leadership workshops.
ARC Program Features
- Healthy snack provided daily at each program location
- Programs offered Monday to Friday, school dismissal to 6 p.m. (5:30 p.m. at some locations)
- Where possible at certain locations, ARC staff provide a group walking escort to children who are within walking distance from their local school to the after-school location.
Age Groups
- Children ages 6 to 12 years old can be enrolled in the ARC program.
- Children ages 10 to 15 years old can be enrolled in the CLASP program.
Activities
- ARC curriculum is based on healthy child development, resiliency, fine arts, physical activity, character education, outdoor play, health and wellness, and nutrition.
Session
- Full session runs from September to June
- Monday to Friday, excluding PA Days, school holidays and statutory holidays
Registration
Programs fill up quickly.
- To participate in ARC/CLASP for the 2026-2027 school year, please register in June 2026, starting at 7 a.m. (2026 Registration Date to be announced)
- Registration is on-going throughout the school year however space is on a first come first served basis
- Total amount for the 2025/2026 school year is $608.46; prorated cost depending on date of registration
ARC & CLASP are joint initiatives of the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Division and the Provincial Government of Ontario's Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport in partnership with the Toronto District School Board and the Toronto Catholic District School Board.
