Gimli Bible Camp - Gimli, Manitoba

Sue M.

We are not a religious family, but we deeply value open-mindedness and believe in allowing our children to explore a variety of beliefs and ways of life. Having attended this camp as a child, we were open to enrolling our child in a Bible camp; to give them an opportunity to learn and form their own understanding.

However, our experience with Gimli Bible Camp was deeply upsetting and disappointing. The moment we picked our child up, they were in tears, expressing that their family was full of sinners. They now refuses to speak to her older sister, who is part of the LGBTQ+ community, and both our children told us that we are going to hell because we don’t share their newly adopted beliefs. Instead of coming home feeling fulfilled or enriched, they returned feeling alienated from their family and overwhelmed by shame and fear.

Rather than reconnect with us after a week away, their energy was spent glued to an iPad and preaching to the rest of the household about sin and salvation. This wasn’t thoughtful religious exploration, it was indoctrination. We expected exposure to Christian values, not messaging that divided our family or led our children to believe that something was wrong with the people who love them.

One of the most heartbreaking things a parent can hear is their child say they are no longer “evil” or “bad” now that God has “saved” them; when, in fact, they have always been kind, thoughtful, and loving. They did not need saving. They needed to be celebrated for who they already were.

We will not be sending our children back to Gimli Bible Camp, and I cannot in good conscience recommend this camp to other families, especially those who value inclusivity, critical thinking, or emotional safety.

Joe B.

Great camp for youth. Rustic camp with great waterfront and main clubhouse. Clubhouse is full equipped for all your camp needs. Attended the camp with the Scouts and loved it.

Tolu A.

My kids went there and they had so much fun they were talking about it all the time and now I sign them up every time

catherine H.

Kids have been going to GBC for 5 years. They love it! From a parents point of view, it’s a great camp to send your kids to. The cabin leaders are awesome, the activities keep the kids very busy and the price is right!

David S.

Great campground for scouts. Not so many creature comforts that you're spoiled but not so few that you're potentially uncomfortable. Solid facility

Rod N.

Super thankful that they decided to find a way to put on camp this year. The kids need it and the folks at GBC really delivered. God bless you folks for stepping out in faith and making things happen!!!

Eric B.

My children have been going here for the past 7 years. They always come home with great stories. Always a positive experience for them.

Bonnie B.

Staff that really care about kids!