Camp BB Riback

What Camp BB Riback does

Camp BB Riback (legally Camp B'nai B'rith Society) is a Canadian registered charity operating a Jewish residential summer camp on a 128-acre lakefront property between Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta. Founded in the early 1950s by Ted Riback and B'nai B'rith leaders — the land was purchased in 1951 for approximately $12,500 — the camp has run continuously for more than 65 years under a year-round staff of 5, led by Camp Director Stacy Shaikin (7+ years as director, 19 years total) and a Board chaired by Jessica Miller Switzer. It is accredited by the Alberta Camping Association and serves campers from grades 1 through 11, with summer staff drawn from grade 12 and older.

The product portfolio is age-segmented: Wonder Week and Cochavim for grades 1-4, Ruach for grades 5-6, Machon for grades 7-8, the Leadership Training Program (LTP) for grade 9, and Counselors in Training (CIT) for grade 10 (with grade 11 also referenced). A shorter Wonder Weekend format was added for grades 1-3 at $700. Specialty activity blocks include waterfront (canoes, kayaks, water skiing/wakeboarding), an aquatics area, a high ropes course with 50-meter zip line and climbing wall, horseback riding, mountain biking, sports, creative arts, performing arts, and an Outdoor Adventure Tripping program for grades 7-11. Jewish life programming (daily prayers, Shabbat services, Israel Day, Hebrew signage) is integrated across all programs. High school PE credits (PE 10, 20, 30) are offered through a partnership with Vista Virtual School, and an Inclusion Program for campers with additional needs is run in partnership with Between Friends. No proprietary technology platform is operated; registration, staff applications, donations, and merchandise are handled through CampBrain, CanadaHelps, Skip the Depot, and Redbubble respectively.

Revenue is generated through three streams: (1) session tuition priced in CAD per camper ($700-$5,800 depending on program and length, with early-bird discounts), (2) charitable donations processed via CanadaHelps and amplified through the Rogers Birdies for Kids 50% match (through August 2026), and (3) endowment and scholarship income through named funds (Ted & Betty Riback, Bill Cohen, Bill Meloff) administered with the Jewish Community Foundation of Calgary. The customer base is concentrated in Jewish families across Alberta and Saskatchewan, reached via the camp website, Instagram, Facebook, email newsletter, annual open house events, Alberta Jewish News coverage, and direct partnerships with the Calgary and Edmonton Jewish Federations and their Integrated Bursary Programs. Financial assistance is delivered through federation IBPs, the PJ Library/Foundation for Jewish Camp One Happy Camper $1,000 first-time grant, and the camp's own scholarship funds.

Name

Camp BB Riback

Legal name

Camp B'nai B'rith Society (D.B.A Camp BB Riback)

Website

https://campbb.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Camp BB Riback is a 65+ year-old non-profit Jewish residential summer camp on a 128-acre lakefront site between Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta, serving children grades 1-11 with age-tiered programs, specialty activities, Jewish life curriculum, and leadership/credit tracks, funded by tuition, donations, and scholarship endowments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Children's Overnight Summer Camps

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Academic Enrichment Camps (General Studies) (EDAMALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Leadership, Debate & Model UN Camps (EDAMALAK)

Keywords

• Summer camp services
• Overnight camp programs
• Jewish youth programming
• Leadership training camps
• Campership scholarships

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Camp Tuition and Registration Fees: The primary revenue stream comes from summer camp session fees charged to families. Campers pay for various program sessions including Wonder Week, Cochavim-Ruach-Machon, Leadership Training Program (LTP), and Counselors in Training (CIT). Pricing varies by session length and program type. Additional revenue comes from staff applications and donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Camp BB Riback is a non-profit Jewish overnight summer camp that provides multi-session camp programs (Wonder Week, Cochavim-Ruach-Machon, LTP, CIT, Wonder Weekend) for children completing grades 1 through 11, plus a high school credit option in partnership with Vista Virtual School. Programming combines Jewish life activities (prayers, Shabbat services, Israel Day) with land and water activities (swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, ropes course, zip line, climbing wall, sports, arts) on a 128-acre lakefront site in Alberta, with financial assistance available through scholarship and bursary funds.

Product overview

Camp BB Riback is a traditional Jewish summer camp located in Alberta, Canada, offering a comprehensive portfolio of camp programs for children in grades 1-11 plus employment for staff. The core offering consists of age-differentiated programs: Wonder Week and Cochavim (grades 1-4), Ruach (grades 5-6), Machon (grades 7-8), Leadership Training Program (grades 9-10), and Counselors in Training (grade 11). These are supplemented by specialty activity areas including waterfront/pool, altitude course (zip line, ropes, climbing), equestrian, discovery/nature, bikes, sports, creative arts, and performing arts. The camp also offers a high school credit program in partnership with Vista Virtual School, financial assistance through various scholarship funds, an inclusion program partnered with Between Friends, and an outdoor adventure tripping program. All programs are integrated with Jewish life programming featuring prayers, Shabbat services, and cultural activities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wonder Week A one-week introductory camp program for campers completing grades 1-4, providing a first taste of camp with extra support for adjustment to being away from home. Offered in August session with Early Bird pricing.
• Cochavim, Ruach, and Machon Full Summer Session Full-session camp experience for grades 1-8 running July 5 to August 12, with daily rotations through program areas, free swim, rest periods, evening programs, and (for Machon) three times weekly sessions discussing world and Judaic issues plus an off-site trip. Cochavim serves grades 1-4, Ruach serves grades 5-6, and Machon serves grades 7-8.
• Leadership Training Program (LTP) Leadership development program for campers completing grade 9 featuring informative leadership sessions, special activities, off-site trips, and full summer participation recommended. Offers high school credit opportunities through Vista Virtual School.
• Counselors in Training (CIT) Preparation program for campers completing grade 10 to become future camp staff, including teamwork, Judaism, programming, childcare training, and mentorship with younger campers. Offers high school credit opportunities through Vista Virtual School.
• Wonder Weekend Short weekend introductory program for campers in grades 1-3 running August 5-9, 2026 at $700 (plus GST), providing an introduction to the camp experience.
• Inclusion Program Inclusion program, in partnership with Between Friends since 2019, providing additional care and attention for campers with additional needs, including a redesigned Galilee cabin serving as a quiet space.
• Outdoor Adventure Tripping Program Outdoor adventure and camping trips for campers in grades 7-11 in Kananaskis Country and other areas, including hiking, rock climbing, river canoeing, geo caching, and whitewater rafting.
• Waterfront and Aquatics Activities Lake and pool-based aquatic activities including canoes, kayaks, water skiing, wakeboarding, and knee boarding through the Learn-to-Ski/Board program, plus heated pool swim instruction; offered following Paddle Alberta and Paddle Canada standards.
• Altitude Course (Zip Line, Ropes Course, Climbing Wall) High and low ropes elements including a 50-meter zip line 30 feet in the air, a 40-foot high ropes course, and a three-sided rock climbing wall with multiple routes for different skill levels.
• Equestrian Program Horseback riding program with rented horses, teaching safe mounting, grooming, saddling, steering, and trail riding on designated camp trails.
• High School Credit Program Partnership with Vista Virtual School offering Physical Education 10, 20, and 30 credits for LTP and CIT campers, with activity logging at camp plus assigned coursework through Vista Virtual School's curriculum.
• Ted and Betty Riback Camp Scholarship Fund Scholarship fund, administered through the Jewish Community Foundation of Calgary, supporting young people from small towns outside Calgary and Edmonton to attend Camp BB Riback.
• William (Bill) Cohen Memorial Scholarship Fund Scholarship fund established in memory of William Cohen to provide camp experiences to children who might not otherwise afford to attend.
• William (Bill) Meloff Memorial Fund Fund honoring Bill Meloff's 15 years as director, supporting special projects and campership grants for Camp BB Riback.

Quantifiable outcome

• $1,000 First-time camper grant available through PJ Library One Happy Camper Program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Vista Virtual SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to offer high school credits (Physical Education 10, 20, and 30) to campers at Camp BB Riback. Students complete activity hours at camp and complete assignments through Vista Virtual School's curriculum.
• Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLinkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipating charity in Rogers Birdies for Kids program. The program matches donations up to 50% with donations due by August 31, 2026.
• Alberta Camping AssociationcoreOthersCamp is accredited by the Alberta Camping Association, which validates that the camp meets hundreds of quality and safety accreditation standards.
• Calgary Jewish Federation - Integrated Bursary ProgramcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOne-stop solution for Calgary families who want their children to participate in Jewish life programs. Processes bursary applications for camp financial assistance.
• Edmonton Jewish Federation - Integrated Bursary ProgramcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEdmonton's IBP encourages families who cannot afford camp to apply. The program confidentially assesses financial ability and makes recommendations for assistance.
• PJ Library / Foundation for Jewish Camp - One Happy Camper ProgramcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFirst-time overnight Jewish summer camp attendees may be eligible to receive $1,000 grant through the One Happy Camper sponsorship program.
• Between FriendsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership introduced in 2019 for the inclusion program to provide campers with more care and attention. Between Friends helps support campers with additional needs.
• Jewish Community Foundation of CalgarycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAdministers the Ted & Betty Riback Camp Scholarship Fund for young people from small towns outside Calgary and Edmonton. Also administers the William (Bill) Cohen Memorial Scholarship Fund.
• Jewish Family ServiceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVisits camp throughout the summer to run programming for both staff and campers.
• Jewish National FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVisits camp throughout the summer to run programming for both staff and campers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camp Hatikvah: Reform Jewish overnight summer camp in British Columbia offering Jewish identity programming and outdoor activities for children. Directly comparable as a Western Canadian Jewish overnight camp with similar multi-activity programming and Jewish cultural mission.
• Camp Kadimah: Conservative Jewish overnight summer camp in Nova Scotia offering traditional Jewish programming combined with outdoor activities. Directly comparable as a Canadian Jewish overnight camp with similar age-segment programming and scholarship infrastructure.
• URJ Camp George: Reform Jewish overnight summer camp operated by the Union for Reform Judaism in Ontario, offering Jewish programming and outdoor activities for Canadian Jewish youth. Comparable as a North American Jewish overnight camp with similar Jewish identity mission and multi-activity programming.
• Camp Tawonga: Reform Jewish overnight summer camp in California offering multi-activity programming and Jewish identity development for youth. Directly comparable as a Jewish overnight camp with similar age-segment programs and scholarship ecosystem.
• Camp Chief Hector YMCA: Major residential summer camp in Kananaskis, Alberta operated by the YMCA, offering multi-activity overnight programming for Alberta youth. Comparable as a major Alberta-based overnight camp serving similar regional families and competing for summer enrichment spend.
• Camp Mountain Chai: Jewish overnight summer camp in California offering Jewish cultural programming combined with traditional camp activities. Comparable as a Jewish overnight camp with similar age-segment programming and Jewish identity development mission.
• B'nai B'rith Camp: Reform Jewish overnight summer camp in Oregon operated as part of the B'nai B'rith network, directly affiliated with the same parent organization (B'nai B'rith) that operates Camp BB Riback. Directly comparable as a B'nai B'rith network overnight camp with similar programming model.
• Camp Northland: B'nai B'rith-affiliated Jewish overnight summer camp in Ontario, Canada, offering multi-activity programming for Jewish youth. Directly comparable as a B'nai B'rith network peer serving Canadian Jewish families with a similar overnight camp model.
• Camp Ramah in Canada: Conservative Jewish overnight summer camp in Ontario operating Hebrew-language programming and multi-activity programming for Jewish youth. Directly comparable as a Canadian Jewish overnight camp with similar age-segment programs and scholarship ecosystems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CampBB
• Instagraminstagram.com/campbbribackab
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/camp-bb-riback

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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