Camp Companion - 1 week overnight Volunteer

Organization Details
Organization Name: Camp Quality MB
Address: Winnipeg/Whiteshell MB
Website: http://www.campquality.org/
Organizational Description:
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6169
   
Description of Duties:

Camp Quality offers fun camp programs for children affected by cancer and rare blood diseases and their families. Our programs are designed to meet the unique physical, social and psychological needs of our campers.


At camp, we provide a safe environment where kids are free to define themselves without the stigma of illness.


Camp Quality Manitoba is a one-week overnight camp, located at Camp Arnes.


As a program volunteer, you could be assigned to a number of roles at camp; which you can indicate your preference on your application form. Companions are the 1:1 match volunteers, who have the opportunity to participate alongside their camper, playing games, singing songs, encouraging and cheering them on as they engage in the program and make new friends.


At camp, we also have Super Companions. They support in giving Companions breaks during the week, help lead activities and more! In this role, you'll show up ready for fun and be flexible! This role is really cool, because you get to engage with lots of campers during the week!


Volunteers have the opportunity to lead a pre-planned activity at camp if they like; we encourage you to indicate this on your volunteer application.



Camp date: July 4-10, 2026.

   
Skills Required:

We are looking for volunteers who are:




  • Interested in working with youth, ages 7-17

  • Focused on supporting campers, to have the best week ever

  • Enthusiastic to participate in camp activities

  • Will collaborate and support fellow volunteers and staff

  • Want to make an impact on youth affected with cancer




Application requirements:



  • Able to provide 3 references

  • Available for an online interview

  • Experience working with children or youth preferred


Once Confirmed:



  • Able to provide a clear and current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

  • Proof of up-to date immunizations (MMR, Pertussis, Tetanus, Varicella)

  • Complete a mandatory training


Camp date: July 4-10, 2026.

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Why Camp Quality?


A great experience for people looking for careers or working in:



  • Make lasting friendships

  • Great for a resume

  • Develops key leadership skills

  • Impact youth affected by cancer

  • Education

  • Nursing, medicine, and other healthcare fields

  • Recreation management

  • Any role where you want to work with people, and and impact in the work you do


We provide you:



  • Online and in-person training

  • Transportation from Winnipeg to Camp

  • Food and lodging is provided during the week of camp

  • The most memorable and fun week of your summer!

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Daytime
Evening
Weekend

Confirmed volunteers are required to complete online training modules, and attend a single day mandatory in-person training before camp begins. (Date - TBA).


Volunteers must be on-site for the duration of the week of camp.


Camp date: July 4-10, 2026.

Location of volunteer opportunity: Brandon
Central
Eastman
Interlake
Northern
Parkland
Thompson
Westman
Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
French speaking / Bilingual (French and English)
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Certificate of recognition
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Apr 30, 2026