Camps et loisirs
Les camps et les programmes de loisirs adaptés offrent aux enfants et aux adultes handicapés des expériences que beaucoup de familles pensent impossibles. Natation, canot, équitation, arts — avec le soutien adapté et le personnel formé pour rendre tout cela possible.
National Camp Programs
Easter Seals Camps
Residential and day camps across Canada for children, youth, and adults. Subsidized / income-based — no child turned away for cost.
easterseals.caSpecial Olympics Programs
Year-round sports programs and competitions for all ages (2+). Always free.
specialolympics.caCanadian Paralympic Committee
Adaptive sports introduction programs for youth and adults.
paralympic.caTim Hortons Foundation Camps
Multi-year youth development camps for ages 12–16. Fully funded.
timscamps.comProvincial Camp Highlights
- Ontario: Easter Seals camps (Merrywood, Woodeden), Holland Bloorview summer programs, Autism Ontario camp programs, CNIB Lake Joseph Camp, Camp Oochigeas, Camp Awakening
- British Columbia: Easter Seals BC (Camp Squamish), BC Blind Sports, Canuck Place children's hospice programs
- Alberta: Easter Seals Alberta (Camp Horizon), Camp He Ho Ha (all disabilities), Alberta Blind Sports
- Every province has Easter Seals and Special Olympics chapters
- Many condition-specific organizations run regional camps
- Children's treatment centres often run summer programs
Adaptive Sports & Recreation (Year-Round)
Wheelchair Basketball Canada
Available in most major cities across Canada
Sledge Hockey (Hockey Canada / Paralympic)
Available in most provinces
Goalball (Canadian Blind Sports)
National availability
Boccia Canada
National availability
CanTRA Certified Therapeutic Riding Centres
Horseback riding programs — rural and suburban locations nationally
Canadian Adaptive Snowsports
Adaptive skiing in BC, AB, ON, QC
Achilles Canada
Guide runners in Toronto, Vancouver, and other cities
Special Olympics Unified Sports
Disabled and non-disabled athletes playing together — national
What Families Should Know
- Many camps are free or heavily subsidized — cost should never be a barrier.
- Easter Seals camps have financial assistance — no child is turned away for cost.
- Special Olympics programs are always free.
- Provincial respite funding can sometimes be used to pay for camp.
- Both integrated and disability-specific camps have value — families should choose based on the individual's needs.
- Ask about 1:1 support ratios for individuals needing high support.
- Medical camps (epilepsy, diabetes, etc.) have nurses and medical staff on-site.
- Day camp options exist for those not ready for overnight stays.
- Camp staff are trained to handle medications, seizures, feeding, and mobility needs.
- Many camps have sibling sessions too.
Plus de soutien familial
Soins de répit
Soulagement temporaire pour les aidants principaux. La plupart des provinces financent les soins de répit — la plupart des familles l’ignorent.
Soutien aux frères et sœurs
Les frères et sœurs de personnes handicapées sont souvent les membres les plus négligés de la famille.
Programmes de soutien aux parents
Connectez-vous avec d’autres parents qui comprennent. Réseaux provinciaux, soutien spécifique aux pères et ressources pour les couples.
Équipement et appareils
Bibliothèques de prêt gratuites, programmes provinciaux d’appareils d’assistance et sources de financement pour l’équipement.
Planification de l’avenir
Fiducies Henson, testaments, tutelle, lettre d’intention — planifier pour quand les aidants ne pourront plus fournir de soins.
Programmes de compagnonnage
Programmes bénévoles offrant des liens sociaux et de l’amitié aux personnes handicapées.
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