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Description:

Volunteer for a week at Camp Kindle and make a difference in the life of a child affected by cancer.

Apply by: May 4, 2026

We have two types of camp:

SunMaker/SunRise: overnight camp for kids ages 7 - 17 at Camp Kindle - minimum commitment of one week in July or August, Monday - Friday

July 13 - 17
July 20 - 24
August 10 - 14
August 17 - 21

SunRise: day camp for kids ages 3 - 7 in Calgary - minimum commitment of one week in July or August, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm

July 27 - 31
August 24 - 28
All applicants are required to complete the following:

Online application
Virtual interview
Criminal Records check with vulnerable sector (at no cost to volunteer)
Provide two references
Attend mandatory summer camp training:

Overnight camp: Weekend training from June 12 (5pm) to June 14 (3pm) out at Camp Kindle for the overnight camp
Day camp: Date TBD from 5 pm - 9 pm
Camp Positions

Camp Counselor: Provide camper-focused care and support by building camper relationships, providing camper supervision, ensuring health, safety and well-being. Help facilitate camp activities including arts & crafts, field games, campfires and more.

Camp Buddy: Buddies are paired with a camper who may require additional support and attention throughout their camp experience. They may require support for behavioral concerns and/or some limited mobility assistance. This could include supports such as help integrating into the group, providing additional time transitioning between activities, or guided walks between locations at camp.

One-to-one Aids: Minimum qualifications for one-to-one aids include nursing student, health care aid, nurse, students, or professionals certified in rehabilitation (other areas of specialty may be considered). One-to-one aids are paired with a camper who requires dedicated attention and support at all times. They may require support for personal care (eating, toileting, showering, etc,), for mobility and balance concerns, and behavioral concerns (running away or emotional outburst).

Floater: Floaters' roles vary greatly as they provide support where most needed. They are not assigned to a particular group but take initiative to assist groups where extra hands would be helpful. However, if there is a volunteer cancellation (due to illness or last-minute personal emergency), floaters may be assigned to a specific camp group to cover that position.

Qualifications:

18 yrs+
Experience working with children

Training:

Attend new volunteer orientation (online)

Overnight camp: Weekend training from June 12 (5pm) to June 14 (3pm) out at Camp Kindle for the overnight camp

Day camp: Date TBD from 5 pm - 9 pm
Camp Positions

Benefits:

Gain experience working with children in a camp setting.
Accommodations and meals provided.

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