For Camp Goodtimes’ 40th anniversary, we’re sharing photos of kids affected by cancer making memories at camp.
Camp Goodtimes' 40th anniversary
In 1985, a group of volunteers launched a medically supervised summer camp program in British Columbia for children affected by cancer. This would become Camp Goodtimes.
The idea came from Lois Youngston, a longtime Canadian Cancer Society volunteer, whose inspiration came from her son’s cancer diagnosis.
The goal of Camp Goodtimes was to give children 2 weeks of summer camp fun while making sure their health was taken care of.
Forty years later, Camp Goodtimes has programs in British Columbia, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, and is attended by hundreds of children, families and volunteers every year.
To celebrate this 40-year milestone, we’re sharing photos of kids affected by cancer making memories at camp.
Help support children and families affected by cancer
Every summer, children and their families make memories at Camp Goodtimes. For children facing cancer, camp is the place where they can feel like a kid again. For parents and guardians, Camp Goodtimes is a source of support and connection to other families going through a similar experience.
Supportive programs like Camp Goodtimes are made possible through the generosity of donors. You can help provide children and their families with unforgettable experiences that will last a lifetime.
See more heartwarming photos of kids at Camp Goodtimes.