Inspire Higher
Shooting Stars Academy!
For aviation jobs, the sky isn’t the limit, it’s the view!
Dates: July 13-18, 2026
Location: Centennial College, Downsview Campus
65 Carl Hall Rd, Toronto ON
A week long day camp that aims to give students a deeper understanding of careers in aviation and aerospace. Organized by BAPN, held in Toronto, ON, CA
Youth ages 14+ can expect:
• Inspiration and Motivation – Participating in aviation programs can spark a lifelong passion for flight. By meeting professionals in the industry, students will see the possibilities of working in aviation and be motivated to pursue their dreams.
• STEM Integration – Aviation-related activities naturally integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will learn about aerodynamics, the physics of flight, and engineering principles, all while engaged in exciting projects.
• Hands-On Engagement – By engaging in aviation-related activities and hands-on experiences, students will deepen their understanding of theoretical concepts. From flight simulator to aircraft maintenance workshops, activities will provide practical knowledge that textbooks alone cannot offer.
• Building Soft Skills – Participation in aviation activities helps develop essential soft skills essential in aviation, such as teamwork, communication, leadership, and adaptability. Whether working in groups to design a model aircraft or riding in a flight simulator, students learn to collaborate effectively.
• Career Awareness – By exposing students to various roles within aviation, students will gain insight into potential career paths. Campers have the opportunity to earn their aeronautical radio license at no cost — an essential prerequisite for anyone pursuing a pilot’s license in Canada.
Camp Overview
July 13-18, 2026
0900-1500
July 13 & 14
Campers can prepare for two days of informative in-class sessions led by leaders in the industry specific to: Flight Operations including a panels, workshops and virtual access to the flight deck! Maintenance Engineering with information sessions and workshops Unconventional Careers in Aviation that will expose campers to the “behind the scenes” professions within aviation (i.e., IT, Human Resources, Law, Finance, Communication, etc.). Campers will also have hands on opportunity to learn about cabin crew, air traffic control (with NAV Canada) and careers in the military.
Campers have the opportunity to earn their aeronautical radio license at no additional cost — an essential prerequisite for anyone pursuing a pilot’s license in Canada.
Campers will build on their classroom learning by applying their knowledge in real-world settings. Throughout the camp, they’ll embark on excursions to airlines, post-secondary institutions offering aviation programs, and immersive flight simulation experiences, gaining firsthand exposure to the industry.
- Ornge Air Ambulance: air ambulance flight operations base out of Billy Bishop Airport
- uFly Simulator: Visit the most sophisticated and realistic publicly available flight simulators in the world!
- Seneca College Polytechnic to gain hands on experience with their In-Flight training program.
*based on operational availability. Excursion transportation fees included
July 18
Celebrate camper achievements on graduation day July 18, 2026. While celebrating the accomplishments of our campers, we create a space for campers and their guardians to engage with prospective employers, helping them take the next step toward their dream careers in aviation.
Each camper will be entered into a draw to win two travel vouchers from Flair Airlines. The draw will take place during Graduation Day on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The winner must be present to claim the prize.
Not a camper but joining us for the Career Fair? You can get in on the fun too! Raffle tickets will be available for purchase, giving you a chance to win a pair of Flair Airlines travel vouchers.
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Cost includes light breakfast, lunch and excursion transportation fees from campus
Questions?
Contact
student.programs@thebapn.ca