Welcome to the Camp Kerry Society
A registered nonprofit organization specializing in bereavement care.Supporting Children, Youth, Adults & Families impacted by serious illness, grief & loss.
In an ideal world nobody would lose a loved one.
For those that do, we are here to help. Programs & ServicesCamp Kerry BC
Camp Kerry was established in 2007 in British Columbia as Canada’s first family bereavement retreat program. For those grieving the death of a loved one it’s a place to find connection, healing & hope. Click below for more information on the retreats occurring in British Columbia.
Camp Kerry Ontario
Camp Kerry Ontario was established in 2014. This family bereavement retreat program is currently offered once a year and hosts families from all regions of Ontario and beyond. For further information on the retreats occurring in Ontario please click on the button below.
Camp Kerry Atlantic
Camp Kerry Atlantic was established in 2015 and is hosted in New Brunswick each year. This family bereavement retreat program serves people from all of the Atlantic provinces in Canada. Click below for more information on these retreats and other programs available in this area.
Upcoming Programs, Workshops & Events
Deep Play Retreat
Deep Play Retreat
Deep Play Retreat
Deep Play Retreat
Camp Kerry Family Bereavement Retreat: Atlantic 2020
Camp Kerry Family Bereavement Retreat: Atlantic 2020
Camp Kerry Family Bereavement Retreat: Atlantic 2020
Featured News
With classes suspended across the country and families practicing social distancing by staying home, we know lots of parents are looking for ways to keep their kids busy. At Camp Kerry we believe in the power of art to inspire hope and possibility – especially during difficult times.
So we asked Sophie, one of Camp Kerry’s awesome art therapists, to put together some at-home art activity ideas for you and your family. These activities use common household items. You can easily improvise and substitute with whatever items you have available to you. Have fun!
In Response to Coronavirus
After ongoing discussions with members of our team and consultations with frontline health care professionals, we have concluded that it is in the best interests of both our participants and our teams to postpone all of our current group programs across Canada until further notice.
These Simple Words…
Have you ever wanted to write your own song? Let Camp Kerry Music Therapist Luke Burton be your guide, as you explore your creative side and set your emotions in motion with creativity exercises and easy song-writing tools in this fun and safe workshop. No prior...
2019 Annual Report
At Camp Kerry, we go beyond traditional counselling approaches to harness the love, compassion and creativity of an entire community to support and embrace those who are grieving.
Call for Nominations 2020: Board of Directors
The Camp Kerry Board of Directors is calling for nomination of candidates to stand for the Camp Kerry Society Board of Directors.
Vancouver Island Grief Retreat for Youth
Vancouver Island Grief Retreat for Youth March 20-23, 2020, Crofton, Vancouver Island If you're between the ages of 13-19 and want to learn how to cope with the death of a loved one then join us for an experience like no other - you'll be glad you did!AboutCamp...
Grief Made My Kids Stronger
My name is Laurette. In 2009 I had three children under seven. And a husband with cancer…
National Bereavement Day 2019
November 19, 2019, is Canada’s third National Bereavement Day. On this day, the Camp Kerry Society invites all Canadians to think about our loved ones who have died and to help advocate for support at local, provincial and national levels for grieving Canadians.
Team Camp Kerry Wins A Prize in the Charity Challenge
Last June a remarkable group of Runners, Volunteers and Supporters assembled to form Team Camp Kerry at the Vancouver Scotiabank Half Marathon & 5K Charity Challenge. We raised $14,555 and had a ton of fun doing so. We have an exciting update to share: Team Camp...
New Brunswick Children’s Foundation Making a Difference Once Again
Marilyn Lester (right), president New Brunswick Children’s Foundation presents a $7,000 grant to Pam Pastirik, Camp Kerry Atlantic. Since 2016, the New Brunswick Children's Foundation has gone above and beyond to support families in New Brunswick through our...
Bubble Soccer? Come See for Yourself
We are very pleased to announce that the Bayview Credit Union has selected Camp Kerry as its charity of choice for its third annual Bubble Soccer funraiser. It's an opportunity for people to come together for a full day of fun while supporting an excellent cause. All...
Naadia’s Story: Surrounded by Love
“Camp Kerry became an important part of my family’s grieving process and also a place to celebrate and honour the lives of those we had lost.”
Monthly Giving
In Canada there is virtually no government funding designated for bereavement care, yet it is well documented that unresolved grief can lead to an array of health concerns including; anxiety, depression, addiction, and more.
For every loss, it is estimated that at least five people will be significantly impacted, yet very few have access to adequate long-term supports.
Every donation that you give to the Camp Kerry Society helps us to provide support to children, youth, individuals and families impacted by loss and to those living with a serious illness. As a result of people like you, lives are being transformed across Canada.
By becoming a sustaining partner through Giving Monthly donations you can help us provide hope and support life after loss.
Find Us Online
Head Office
145 East Columbia Street
New Westminster, BC
V3L 3W2
Phone: 604-553-4663
Fax: 604-553-4664
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