Суспільна Служба Українців Канади Оттава
Зміна життя – служіння українській громаді Оттави та підтримка переміщених сімей з УкраїниSoniashnyk (Sunflower) Camp Extended in 2024
Day camps and overnight camps aren't just something to do when school's out - they're life-changing
experiences.
Ukrainian Sunflower Summer Camp was established in 2022 as a result of Russia’s unwarranted attack on
Ukraine and Ottawa became home for so many displaced Ukrainians.
Our camp was so successful we repeated it in 2023. Sadly, we could only accommodate 40 children and many
had to be turned away as the application wait list grew and grew.
This year we’re expanding and are adding another week at Lac Newcombe and a day camp in Ottawa which
means we can now accommodate 120 children. Priority will be given to those children newly arrived in
Ottawa from Ukraine.
We’re very excited but know it cannot be successful without financial help from our new and loyal
donors. Just click the "Donate" button below and it will only take a few minutes to make your donation.
Donate Now $600 will sponsor one child but any amount is greatly appreciated.
All donations are tax deductible.
Our charitable registration number is 89174 3973 RR0001
Our charitable registration number is 89174 3973 RR0001
For families who can contribute, we’re suggesting anything up to $600 for each child registering for camp at the lake and $400 for the camp in the city.
Otherwise, the child will be sponsored by one of our dedicated donors.
No one will be turned away! Until we reach full capacity.
To register your child send an Email to
camp@ucssottawa.com
Payment may be made through bank transfer to
ucss@xata.ca
Camp at the Lake
July 14 - 20 and July 28 - Aug. 3
For girls and boys ages 8 - 13
To be held at Newcombe Lake, QC
A wide range of activities will be held, including swimming, fishing, canoeing,
sports and games, dancing, singing and drawing, all helping the children build
confidence, teamwork skills and develop a positive attitude towards life.
There is also an educational and cultural aspect. From the Ottawa community we have
Ukrainian dance teachers, art teachers, and volunteers to teach safe canoeing. The
days end with story telling and fireside chats.
This year we're adding a new twist: a theme.
For the week of July 14 to 20, our theme will be TREASURE ISLAND.
All adventure and mystery lovers will like this theme. Throughout the week, the
children will take part in pirate parties, team quests, secret codes, and treasure
hunts.
For the week of July 28 - August 3, the theme is THE JUNGLE IS CALLING.
Would your child love to go on an incredibly exciting journey, a world of adventure
in the African jungle? Does he or she have a dream to transform into an aboriginal?
Feel like a character in the computer game "Jumanji? Or to take part in a quest with
deciphering secret codes and route maps? Then this theme is for her or him.
While we are asking families who can afford it to contribute a $600. registration
fee for each child, the majority of those who have already applied aren't able to
contribute so they will be sponsored by donations from our new and dedicated donors.
Camp in the City
July 22 - 26, 2024 / 8.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
For girls and boys ages 8 - 13
Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral Assumption of the Blessed Virgin
In our experience we know that many displaced families suffer from separation anxiety.
Whether it be the child who is frightened to be taken away from his/her mother, the
mother fearing for her child being out of sight or in some cases, a combination of both.
Because of this we have developed a day camp so while allowing the children to have fun
throughout the day, they will be safely back with their family at 5.00 p.m.
We've also found that the children miss their language, their traditions, so the weeks
activities, meals and traditions will be tailored to create "a little piece of home".
The theme for the week will be UKRAINIAN FOLK BATTLES and the activities will feature
folk songs and dances. There will also be exciting quizzes and contests, an interesting
game quest, arts and crafts and a culinary master class on making delicious dumplings.
While we are asking families who can afford it to contribute a $400. registration fee
for each child, the majority of those who have already applied aren't able to contribute
so they will be sponsored by donations from our new and dedicated donors.
Soniashnyk Camp Video 2023
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