Junior Leader Development Program
Information
for Parents
Where is Can-ta-ka-ye?
Can-ta-ka-ye is located nine miles
southeast of Birsay, Saskatchewan on the shores of Lake Diefenbaker. Driving
directions will be sent out with packages after registration or on request.
Who can attend Can-ta-ka-ye?
All girls aged 5-18 (girls aged
14-18 are involved in a leadership program). The camp is staffed
and maintained by Girl Guides of Canada, Saskatchewan Council. Non-member
girls are welcome!
Can I attend camp with my daughter/niece/granddaughter/etc...?
Yes. Can-ta-ka-ye
holds camps every year that are specifically for girls aged 5-12 and an
adult
female. During these camps, girls and their adult females are given
a chance to bond, as well as spend some time apart, to help girls get used to
the camping experience.
During other camps, female
adults may come and participate as adult volunteers. Adult volunteers
help
during quiet times, meal
times and bed time, and sleep in a separate room from the campers. For more
information on Adult Volunteers, check out our brochure.
My daughter has food allergies/is
picky/has special dietary needs.
A personal health form will be sent
out upon the receipt of an application form. ALL allergies, food
or otherwise, should be documented here. Food allergies will be accommodated
by our kitchen staff and foods that girls are severely allergic to will
be removed from that camp's menu completely. We strive to
provide healthy, balanced meals and encourage all girls to try a little
bit of
everything to ensure that they are getting all of the nutrients they need.
How far away is medical attention
(in case of emergency)?
There is a part-time doctor's office
located in Lucky Lake (less than 30km away). EMT call time is 1 hour,
but first responders are available within half an hour. We also have
health services staff on staff for all programmed camps. This
staff is (at a minimum) trained in Standard First Aid and CPR and available
at all times.
Other questions? Search this site,
or contact us!