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
A Message from the Captain
To the amazing Team Camp Kerry Runners, Volunteers, and Supporters: WE DID IT! We shattered our goal and raised a staggering $14,555 I'm in awe. What a phenomenal drive by a small, caring and focused group. We crushed the race course! Many of us had recent injury...
Walking Around With A Smile
Lily was only 7 years old when her father, Doug, died. He’d had a brain tumor since before she was born…“He could have died before I was born,” she continues. “But I got seven whole years.”
Notice of 2019 Annual General Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of members of the Camp Kerry Society (the “Society”) will be held at the Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, British Columbia on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 1:15 pm.
Community Celebration 2019
Join us in celebrating our compassionate community and the wonderful success we’ve shared…
Music, My Sanctuary: Featuring Aspen Switzer
Come on out to Port Alberni, British Columbia for an unforgettable evening of music featuring folk artist, Aspen Switzer and company. Proceeds will be used to provide bereavement services to Vancouver Island Youth.
Find Me A Sanctuary: Vancouver Island Workshop
Exploring some of the benefits of music and mindfulness-based self-care practices. Participation is encouraged for those coping with grief & loss and for those working/volunteering in the helping professions.
Please Just Listen: A Workshop for Volunteers Working With Those Who Are Bereaved
A chance to explore what we mean and intend when we say how important it is to listen and also what makes it so complicated.
We Are Better Together
Moove n’ Grooove Dance studio gives breathtaking performances entitled, “The Journey to Hope”, in support of Camp Kerry – raising over $10,000!
Kitchen Volunteers Needed
Help bring the magic of connection, healing and hope to families impacted by grief and loss by joining our kitchen crew…
James Bidgood 2019 Memorial Puck N’ Ball Tournament
Well the rumors are true, the 4th Annual James Bidgood Memorial Hockey Day is now a puck and ball tournament. This means 2 games of Hockey and 2 games of Baseball. The best part is proceeds will go to benefit both Camp Kerry Ontario and Hospice Norwood!
Find Me A Sanctuary
A Music & Mindfulness Self-Care Workshop for those Living with Grief and Loss.
2019 Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K Charity Challenge
Support Life After Loss when you walk, wheel or run your way to the finish line in the 2019 Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon and 5K events! To register or sponsor a team member…
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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