Monthly Archives: February 2013

The Bondar ChallengeLe Défi Bondar

Posted on February 26, 2013 by CCA Communications Committee

Dr. Roberta Bondar is a Canadian icon most widely known for her journey aboard Discovery as the world’s first neurologist and Canada’s first woman in space. Her achievements are outstanding in her varied careers as a scientist, medical doctor, astronaut, … Continue reading →

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It’s That Time Again!BackCheck

Posted on February 19, 2013 by CCA Communications Committee

Criminal Record Checks (CRC) are part of the hiring / screening process in the camping industry. The question most Camp employers are asking is, “What type of Canadian CRC should be performed on a prospective volunteer / paid staff applicant?” … Continue reading →

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ChariTREE Foundation 2013 Tree Planting ProgramProgramme de plantation d’arbres 2013 de la Fondation ChariTREE

Posted on February 12, 2013 by CCA Communications Committee

The ChariTREE Foundation tree planting program is open to all Canadian camps in 2013, including those that planted trees in previous years. Ordering By April 1, 2013, please contact your provincial representative (listed below) and place your order including the … Continue reading →

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Devices Dilemma

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Mike Stewart

Matthew Smith, Owner/Director of Longacre Leadership Farm in Newport, Pennsylvania, is introducing a new policy this summer – Anything Goes.  Campers may bring and use any device they choose: a smartphone, music player, tablet, e-reader, laptop, whatever – with one … Continue reading →

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Camp Alumni: An Untapped ResourceLes anciens employés de camp, une ressource inexploitée

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Catherine Ross

In 2011, Cheryl Williams completed her Masters research for Royal Roads University (BC) titled In What Ways Can the BC Lions Society Develop Mutually Beneficial Relationships with Alumni Camp Staff. Cheryl realized that the alumni staff of BC Lions Easter … Continue reading →

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