Connection Program
The magic that students bring
Paul Bruce and Linda Stewart coordinate the Surrey Schools work experience program. They recruit and train student volunteers for WCK City Camp. They share what the program involves and what…
Read MoreLearning from the experts
Taylor and Dominique have wrapped up their recreation therapy placements with WCK, and we miss them already. In this blog, they share what they will take forward from the experience…
Read MoreHow the pandemic changed programming
WCK began running programs in 2019 – and we all remember what happened the following year. During that time, we listened and adapted to families’ priorities. This blog explores how…
Read MoreHold on a hoot – we’re good at this!
WCK Connection Programs Coordinator Kelsey lifts the lid on how being part of a community of practice helps her to tackle Imposter Syndrome and become her best self, both professionally…
Read MoreKids need adventure, but they need the simple things too
Kelsey Merritt coordinates the connections programs for kids and teens at WCK. She shares why it’s important to take calculated risks, value simple moments, and let children and families take…
Read MoreFrom Hangout kid to Hangout volunteer: Why I give back
By Naman Hello everyone, my name is Naman and I just started volunteering for West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation. I first heard about WCK during my time in hospital, when…
Read More“My favourite part is all of it!”
This year’s WCK City Camp was filled with adventures, fun, & memories for kids affected by cancer and blood disorders. July 22 marks the end of WCK’s 2022 summer City…
Read MoreWhy virtual programming matters
As the world returned to in-person life, here’s how virtual programming continued to be offered at WCK NOTE: As of summer 2024, WCK’s Hangouts programs are coming to a natural…
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