In the beginning it wasn’t always plain sailing. I was worried if I was honest about my disability I would be past over by employers, and not all camps I was but on review with were suitable for my own needs. Eventually I was put on review with a summer camp in Ontario and I remember thinking after my interview “this place is so perfect I really hope I get to go to camp here”. When I found out I got the job I was thrilled.

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Leading up to arriving at camp they were fantastic at helping organising accessible transport to camp. When I arrived I was so pleased to find I wasn’t the first member of staff with a disability, that summer alone there were half a dozen staff members I was aware of with disabilities, many like me who used mobility equipment. The management were patient and understanding with allowing me to demonstrate my own abilities such as during the swim test, performing camper care and demonstrating safety in the lake.

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The whole summer I didn’t just feel welcome, I felt like I truly belong and like my contributions to camp life were valued. I have made lifelong friends and plan to return to another camp this summer, in a different part of the country allowing me to experience more of Canada. I’m so glad I didn’t listen to my doubts because my summer at camp has truly been the best summer of my life… everyone belongs at camp. I cannot thank Camp Canada enough for supporting me in this experience. Don't ever let expectations hold you back!

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If you are interested in applying and wondering if you can do this - whether you have a disability, have accessibility requirements, or have another concern, please get in touch with us at sales@campcanada.ca or give us a call on 0151 808 0186. We understand that everyone's journey is unique and our team is here to support you through every step of the process.

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