Camp Stepping Stones will be back in person from Friday May 31^st to Sunday, June 2 and is looking for volunteers and campers! This camp is geared for kids aged seven to 17 who have recently lost a parent or somebody close to them. Volunteers create a safe environment for kids to explore their grief alongside other youth who are also grieving.

Cameron Benedictson, 33, occupational safety and health officer with Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority, lost his father when he was in his twenties so he knows what is like to lose someone close to him.

“I volunteered at camp last year for the first time. I saw that they needed volunteers and 

I thought it was a great idea for kids to go away for a weekend and see other kids who are going through something similar. They learn they aren’t alone,” says Benedictson who will be volunteering again this year. “They get to go have fun.”

Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer can fill out an application form that is available at https://www.ierha.ca/programs-services/palliative-care/camp-stepping-stones/

Different volunteer options are available, such as serving as cabin leaders and helping with activities.

In addition to volunteers, Camp is also still accepting applications for campers are also available at https://www.ierha.ca/programs-services/palliative-care/camp-stepping-stones/

“Volunteers are needed to help campers with a variety of activities ranging from sewing and crafts to ziplining and archery,” said Barb Ramsay, Palliative Care Volunteer Coordinator, “Volunteers are welcome to come for the whole weekend or for a few hours.”

For more information, contact Barb at [email protected], 1-855-494-7369 or 204-785-7542 or visit: https://www.ierha.ca/programs-services/palliative-care/camp-stepping-stones/