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Serving Serious Illnesses in...
Dec 16, 2024
Here in London, our Campfire Circle in-hospital team is super unique because we offer programs for nearly all paediatric patients. This means a kid receiving chemotherapy can share a room with a kid receiving treatment for a blood disorder. We also help kids and families from as far away as Thunder Bay. When I first […]...Read More
Growing with Our Ottawa...
Dec 10, 2024
In Ottawa, we meet as many as 10 families a week at the hospital. The demand for our programs and activities is growing fast. When families are in the hospital it’s such an isolating experience. They feel all alone, and then they are genuinely and joyfully surprised to hear about Campfire Circle: Games! Crafts! Songs! […]...Read More
Where Kids Can Be...
Dec 05, 2024
Ethan was diagnosed with a high-risk leukemia a few months before his third birthday. His mom, Kayleigh, shared her story of his health journey in hospital. Here, she shares how going to camp changed her family: “Over the past two years, Ethan’s treatment has consisted of daily oral chemotherapy and numerous other medications. We can […]...Read More
From COVID to Cancer
Dec 04, 2024
It has been a whirlwind of emotions for the Kennedy family. Kayleigh’s son, Ethan, was diagnosed with a high-risk leukemia a few months before his third birthday. This is Kayleigh’s story. “In August 2022, I heard the words no parent should ever hear: Your son has cancer. He was two years old, and my daughter […]...Read More
The Privilege of “No”...
Dec 03, 2024
People wonder how I introduce myself to kids and families in the hospital. I usually say, “Hi! I’m with Campfire Circle. We work here on the unit, and we specialize in the fun stuff. We play games, we do crafts, we play music, and we’re here for you whenever you need it. I see your […]...Read More
Winter Programs
From LEGO workshops to week-long overnight camps, Campfire Circle continues to provide programs for kids and families affected by childhood cancer or serious illness, at no cost to families. Discover activities that help promote self-confidence, build resiliency and improve overall wellbeing.
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Camp was probably the first place where I didn’t feel so different anymore. I was surrounded by people just like me having a great time and laughing, and it made me feel comfortable enough to just be myself and not the “kid with cancer".
— Larissa, Camper
From the great outdoors to hospital floors, we are there for kids & families
Volunteers and staff have joined thousands of families on their journey with childhood cancer since 1983. Camp programs run in paediatric oncology centres and communities all across Ontario.
In-hospital programs
We meet kids soon after their diagnosis, bringing moments of fun and laughter to them, their siblings, and parents during time in hospital.
Community programs
We bring the magic of camp close to home or online with year-round community programs across Ontario.
Overnight programs
Two overnight camp sites, including the only site in Canada to provide IV chemotherapy and blood transfusions – hosts programs for kids, teens, bereaved siblings, and families