YOUTH CAMP 2021 CANCELLED
It is with great regret that due to the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact the 2021 Ostomy Canada Youth Camp has been cancelled.
We realize this will be a great disappointment to our campers and our volunteers, however the health and safety of all our participants has always been our primary concern.
The camp committee will continue to host online get-togethers using the Zoom platform, allowing our campers to catch up with their camp friends and make some lasting memories of the 'Zoom camp pandemic years' and share experiences they would have made if not for the pandemic. No decision has been made yet but there is a possibility that we will plan some virtual camp activities during our July camp week. We will keep you informed if and when those plans unfold. It is important that we have your correct address and e-mail address to ensure that we're able to contact you with potential plans for a virtual camp.
Ostomy Canada Society appreciates the partnership and sponsorship of campers and greatly values your contribution to our organization. Please continue with your individual fund raising so that we can come back stronger than ever for the 2022 Ostomy Youth Camp.
Please be assured that those eligible to graduate in 2021 that the opportunity to return to camp in 2022 will be available for you to celebrate your graduation. If you were to graduate in 2020, please contact Lisa at lisagaus@shaw.ca to discuss returning based on an individual's age, space availability and adequate funding.
Stay Safe and Healthy,
Lisa Gausman, Ostomy Youth Camp Administrator
It is with great regret that due to the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impact the 2021 Ostomy Canada Youth Camp has been cancelled.
We realize this will be a great disappointment to our campers and our volunteers, however the health and safety of all our participants has always been our primary concern.
The camp committee will continue to host online get-togethers using the Zoom platform, allowing our campers to catch up with their camp friends and make some lasting memories of the 'Zoom camp pandemic years' and share experiences they would have made if not for the pandemic. No decision has been made yet but there is a possibility that we will plan some virtual camp activities during our July camp week. We will keep you informed if and when those plans unfold. It is important that we have your correct address and e-mail address to ensure that we're able to contact you with potential plans for a virtual camp.
Ostomy Canada Society appreciates the partnership and sponsorship of campers and greatly values your contribution to our organization. Please continue with your individual fund raising so that we can come back stronger than ever for the 2022 Ostomy Youth Camp.
Please be assured that those eligible to graduate in 2021 that the opportunity to return to camp in 2022 will be available for you to celebrate your graduation. If you were to graduate in 2020, please contact Lisa at lisagaus@shaw.ca to discuss returning based on an individual's age, space availability and adequate funding.
Stay Safe and Healthy,
Lisa Gausman, Ostomy Youth Camp Administrator
For those folks who are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit but didn’t apply before Sept 25th, the Federal Gov’t has extended the application deadline to Dec 31. See link to article below.
The article also provides the dates that those folks with currently valid DTC certificates can expect their one time payment. https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.benzinga.com/amp/content/18038015 
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HOW-TO VIDEO! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5eRDdoA2jlM_4mYkeF4ciJiv0zXbcaYf&mc_cid=bb904a312f&mc_eid=b54c4cc580 2021 ZOOM MEETINGS: VANCOUVER UNITED OSTOMY ASSOCIATION Join us for the September AGM via ZOOM Wednesday September 22 @ 7:00 PM Invitations will be sent in August email autodraw@shaw.ca to be included on the next invitation list VICTORIA Ostomy Peer Support Group OUTDOOR IN-PERSON GATHERING! Please join us Monday JULY 26 AT 1:00 pm at Centennial Park, Saanichton, 7526 Wallace Drive at the picnic tables. Bring your own lawn chair :) We hope to resume regular indoor meetings at a later date this year. The location will be the regular: Location: Quality Foods, 27 Helmcken Room A, 2nd Floor Contact: Marney – 778-426-4576 For more information: marnreg@shaw.ca Under 50s OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP TBA Contact unitedostomy2017@gmail.com for an invitation to the next Under 50s Zoom meeting KAMLOOPS OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP TBA For an invitation to this Zoom, please email: epletzer@shaw.ca LifeCare OSTOMY TBA contact judy@lifecare1.ca for more information VICTORIA
Ostomy Peer Support Group OUTDOOR IN-PERSON GATHERING! Please join us Monday JULY 26 AT 1:00 pm at Centennial Park, Saanichton, 7526 Wallace Drive at the picnic tables. Bring your own lawn chair :) We hope to resume regular indoor meetings at a later date this year. The location will be the regular: Location: Quality Foods, 27 Helmcken Room A, 2nd Floor Contact: Marney – 778-426-4576 For more information: marnreg@shaw.ca Ostomy Support Meetings are cancelled in all areas
Please check with your local support group contact for updates Bladder Cancer Support Group
Get together with others who have or have had bladder cancer. Share your experience and learn from others. Not only for people who have a urostomy, this group welcomes anyone with a bladder cancer diagnosis. Third Tuesday of every month (except August) at the Bonsor 55+ Seniors Centre – 6533 Nelson Avenue, Burnaby – located close to Metrotown Skytrain Station. Meetings are on the 2nd floor, from 7:30pm to 9pm. Contact Joe Aiga at 604-313-6336 or joeaiga-bccvan@shaw.ca for more information. CHILLIWACK OSTOMY GROUP
Meetings Cancelled until this damn virus goes away We meet the third Monday of each month at 1:30 pm (except January, July and August) Where: Atchelitz Threshermen's Association, Canora Building 44146 Luckakuck (Heritage Park) Chilliwack COMOX VALLEY
Ostomy Support Group Next Coffee Date: ALL DATES CANCELLED Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, all coffee dates are cancelled for the foreseeable future. As things improve, the next date will be posted. Once we resume in person gatherings, coffee get togethers will be held at 1:30 pm at Quality Foods in Driftwood Mall. Once you are on the 2nd floor go to the left to get your coffee, etc. and then go behind the coffee bar and towards the washrooms. The meeting room is opposite the washrooms. We will have a sign on the door that says “CVO SUPPORT GROUP COFFEE MEETING”. When we resume meetings they will be at 7 pm at the Public Health Unit (formerly called Comox Valley Community Health Centre), 961 England Ave, Courtenay. LAST MEETING SUMMARY CLICK HERE COQUITLAM
Ostomy Peer Support Group 2020 Meeting Schedule: ALL MEETINGS CANCELLED AT THIS TIME Contact: 604-992-4590 CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS COWICHAN VALLEY
Ostomy Support Group NO MEETINGS AT THIS TIME How can we help you? Bring your questions, tips and advice to share with others in this area! Information contact: Dave Clark 250-715-5499 FRASER VALLEY
Ostomy Support Group Next Meeting: ALL MEETINGS CANCELLED An informal gathering for people who have, had, or are awaiting ostomy surgery (ileostomy, colostomy, and urostomy) Meet new people and share your experiences or sit back and listen –it’s up to you! Where: Ricky’s at 19219 56 Ave Langley, BC V3S 8V9 6:30 pm at Ricky's 19219 Ave. Langley, BC CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION KAMLOOPS
Ostomy Support Group Ostomates supporting Ostomates The Kamloops Ostomy Support Group is a group both for persons who have had, or are awaiting, ostomy surgery (gastrointestinal or urinary diversion) and for their families, partners, caregivers and friends. Our support group provides an opportunity for people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping strategies, as well as firsthand information about living with an ostomy. Participation is open to all persons interested in ostomy rehabilitation, education and welfare. Next Meeting: ALL MEETINGS CANCELLED FOR THE TIME BEING Time: 3:00-4:30pm Place: St.Andrews Lutheran Church 815 Renfrew Ave in North Kamloops (Park on West side of church) Speaker: Debbie Cosgrove-Swan, RN, CIC, CCOHN Immunizations for the Older Population For additional information: Contact – Edie at 250-819-0945 For additional information: Contact – Edie at 250-819-0945 MID ISLAND (Nanaimo & Area)
Ostomy Support Group Next Coffee Break: CANCELLED Informal coffee breaks are held in the Second Floor meeting room at Country Grocer on Bowen Road in Nanaimo. Access is via the stairs through the door to the left of the entrance to the store’s cafeteria. These are not business oriented get-togethers but rather just a group of ostomates, families and friends who meet once a month to spend some time in informal conversation and discussions on the various aspects of living with an ostomy. New people are always made welcome to the group! ET Consultations Available in this area: ETs Colette MacAskill and Linda Penney provide services every Tues, Wed and Thurs. To make an appointment, contact Pharmasave at #250-740-3880, ext 2 CLICK HERE FOR MID-ISLAND NEWS |
