This winter has been especially tough for all of us and we want you to know that it’s okay to NOT be okay. We’re sharing some resources below to help you cope with the continuing uncertainty and regular February blues, plus giving you something to look forward to with the launch of two new virtual programs. What’s happening with summer … Continue reading →
Hi Camp Friends! Can you believe it’s already June? Normally we would be getting ready to meet you all at camp, but this year, as we all know, things are going to look a little different. Since we all can’t be at camp, we are going to bring a bit of camp to you! … Continue reading →
April 30, 2020 Hello Awakening Community, We hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe and well. We have written, and rewritten, this letter several times because we have news to share and while likely not unexpected, it will be disappointing to hear. The health, safety and well-being of our campers and staff has been Camp Awakening’s top … Continue reading →
How are YOU? We hope all Camp Awakening campers, families and alumni are happy, safe and as hopeful as we are about summer 2020! Although we are all apart at the moment (social distancing is key!), we wanted to share with you some cool activities to make this time a little easier and a lot more FUN! Camp has taught … Continue reading →
The countdown to Summer 2020 is on and we are looking for awesome people to join the Camp Awakening Staff Team! We have both volunteer and seasonal contract (paid) positions available. Spend as little as a few days, or the whole summer, with us! To learn more, please call Assistant Director Andy in the Toronto camp office at 416-487-8400 or … Continue reading →
Big changes at the camp office. Welcome new Assistant Director Andy! Andy comes to us with 17 years of camp experience from various camps and youth serving organizations. While at camp you can usually find her in a canoe or sitting around a campfire. She is very excited to join the Awakening team as our new Assistant Director and is … Continue reading →
CAMP AWAKENING IS HIRING! POSITION: Assistant Director POSITION TYPE: Full-time/Year-round Contract AREA: Central Toronto with occasional travel required Organization Profile: Founded in 1982, Camp Awakening is a registered charity providing summer camp & leadership programs that give youth with physical disabilities the opportunity to gain independence, make lasting friendships, develop confidence, and accomplish things that they never thought possible. Position … Continue reading →
We are seeking dynamic individuals to join the Awakening Board of Directors, especially those with expertise in Finance and Fundraising. If this sounds like you, please contact Executive Director Tracy Morley for more information. p.s. Yes, that is current Board Chair Jamie Macintosh at camp in the 80’s!
Continue reading →It’s been a year of change. Thank you and farewell to Interim Director Manpal who looked after everything while Executive Director Tracy was on maternity leave. He did an awesome job and we wish him all the best on his next adventure! Manpal ended his tenure at Awakening last month when Tracy returned to the office. We also bid a … Continue reading →
Camp Awakening is thrilled to welcome Manpal to the team! He has 6 years of summer camp experience, as well as teaching overseas. He’s passionate about summer camp, outdoor recreation, sports, physical activity, inclusion, you name it. Manpal looks forward to meeting members of our community over the coming year.
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