City Camp

Camps for kids affected by cancer & blood disorders

We know that not all kids affected by cancer and blood disorders are able to go to overnight camp, so we made a program just for them.

WCK City Camp in Surrey is for kids aged 5-12 who have had a cancer or blood disorder diagnosis, and their siblings too. As it's a day camp with a medical team on-site, children both on treatment and off can safely join in with all the magic of camp while sleeping comfortably in their own bed at night.

Programming, facilities, and staff & volunteer training are all designed to meet the needs of children with lived experience of cancer and blood disorders. All this means you can rest assured your child is being well looked after while making lasting memories at camp.

In-Person City Camp Dates & Location City Camp FAQs Why City Camp

In-Person City Camp Dates & Location

City Camp Dates & Location

Our latest City Camp was held in July 2024 at Simon Cunningham Elementary School. Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers and staff who made it possible!

Check back soon for photos and videos from previous camp and details about Spring Break camp in March 2025!

City Camp FAQs

Who can participate:

Kids aged 5 (6 as of December 31 the same year) to 12 who are

living with or beyond cancer/blood disorders
siblings of those living with/beyond cancer/blood disorders
bereaved siblings

Is there a cost to City Camp?

No, all sessions of City Camp are provided free of charge to families, thanks to our generous donors.

Who will take care of my child's medical needs?

WCK has two registered nurses on site at all times during camp sessions.

Does my child need to attend all days of camp, or can they attend part of the week? Can we drop in at short notice?

We want the WCK City Camp to be a source of support for your family. Please attend on days that work for you. If transportation is an issue, please let us know and we will try our best to help you get your child to/from City Camp.

What kinds of activities will my child participate in?

City Camp strives to create a safe and inclusive space for children with varying needs and abilities. Children will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of group and individual activities. Some examples include Lego building, arts and crafts, active games, learning labs, music, theatre, mindfulness mat time, outdoor play, and more.

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Why City Camp

Why City Camp?

Not all families are familiar or comfortable with sending their child away to overnight camp, and that's why we created City Camp. WCK's City Camp is the perfect way for kids to have it all: learn new skills, make new friends, play outside and sleep in their own bed each night.

Want to know more about what it's like to attend WCK City Camp? Check out our blog about a Day at City Camp

A kid at City Camp smiling at the camera holding the wooden tool box he built and decorated

At WCK City Camp, kids and siblings of kids with childhood cancer and blood disorders can connect, play, make memories, and be kids. We provide flexibility for parents and caregivers so attendance can be scheduled around treatment, and we ensure that we have medical staff on site at all times.

Testimonials

"My kids felt happy, safe, and loved. They came home every day with stories of the amazing people they met and the fun they had. I was able to get things done, knowing my kids were being taken care of by people I could trust. We love WCK and City Camp!”