Minister Nixon, along with families and donors, at the groundbreaking of Camp Kindle’s expansion and accessibility project near Water Valley. (Don Molyneaux Photography)

By rdnewsNOW Staff

$500,000 FOR KIDS' CANCER CAMP

Camp Kindle getting upgrades after Alberta investment

Sep 19, 2024 | 10:10 AM

The Government of Alberta is granting $500,000 to the Kids Cancer Foundation of Alberta so it can expand capacity and improve accessibility at its Camp Kindle.

Officials say Camp Kindle is the only camp in Alberta dedicated and medically equipped to care for children with cancer. It has a modern medical centre where campers can receive specialized care, daily medications or other routine medical procedures. It is the only accredited oncology camp in Alberta.

“The Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta does incredible work to help young people affected by cancer. We are lucky to have such a world-class organization here in Alberta that brings hope and support to children and families when they need it most. I know this funding will play a key role for Camp Kindle in expanding its capacity to impact the lives of more young Albertans across the province,” says Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services.

Officials say the investment is intended to to help the camp replace and upgrade facilities to create a central hub for diverse and accessible indoor activities so that everyone can safely participate.

“We’re deeply grateful to the individuals, businesses and government that have given to this project, which is so important in the lives of children with cancer. Pediatric cancer interrupts the normal course of childhood,” says Tracey Martin, CEO of Kids Cancer Care. “Kids with cancer miss out on play dates, school, sports and so many extracurricular opportunities. Camp Kindle gives these kids a chance to get outdoors in nature and be with other kids on a similar journey. They develop skills, build resilience and make lifelong friendships at Camp Kindle. It plays a huge role in their development and their ability to cope with the lasting impact of this disease.”

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The Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta offers more than 20 year-round summer camp and outreach programs, along with education support programs and services for Alberta families. Camp Kindle is the only accredited oncology camp in Alberta

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