🌞 CAMP BONAVENTURE – SUMMER 2026 VOLUNTEERS WANTED! 🌞

Looking for a fun, meaningful way to spend your summer, meet new people, and make a real impact in your community?

Between Friends is looking for youth and teen volunteers (12+) to join our Camp Bonaventure summer program! This is your chance to be part of something active, social, and rewarding while supporting people with disabilities to Connect, Grow, and Belong.

🎉 WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Every day at camp looks a little different—and that’s part of the fun! You’ll help participants enjoy awesome summer experiences like:

• Swimming and water activities 💦
• Games, sports, and outdoor fun ⚽
• Creative activities and challenges 🎨
• Excursions like trampoline parks, community outings, and more 🎢
• Hanging out and supporting campers alongside awesome staff

You’re not just “helping”—you’re part of the experience.

📍 CAMP LOCATIONS

We run across three Calgary communities:

• Thorncliffe (NE)
• Sandy Beach (SW)
• Willow Ridge (SE)

You may be placed at one location (or sometimes more depending on need and availability).

🕒 TIME COMMITMENT

• Camp runs 8 weeks over the summer
• You only need to commit to a minimum of 5 volunteer days total
• Camp runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• You can choose days based on your availability (with consistency encouraged!)

✨ WHY VOLUNTEER?

• Make new friends and be part of a fun team
• Gain real experience working with people
• Build skills for school, jobs, and future careers
• Try new things and step out of your comfort zone
• Have a summer that actually feels meaningful

👀 WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You don’t need experience—just the right mindset:

• Fun, positive, and open to new experiences
• Caring and respectful toward others
• Willing to learn and jump in
• Reliable and ready to show up

✅ Volunteer Requirements

• Minimum age: 12+
• Complete a Police Information Check, If over 18+ (instructions provided as needed)
• Reliable transportation,
• Comfortable supporting participants
• Inclusive mindset and eagerness to learn
• Team player attitude
• Ability to communicate with staff