Montreal specialized camp cancellation leaves families scrambling
Montreal families are struggling to find alternatives after the cancellation of a specialized summer camp for children with disabilities due to building renovations.
The recent cancellation of Camp Massawippi, a summer camp for children with significant physical disabilities in Montreal, has left many families in distress as they scramble for alternative summer programming. The camp, which has been a crucial resource for maintaining the routines of children aged five to 21, was cancelled due to planned renovations at the Mackay Centre School, where it is held. Families like that of Caline Saleh have expressed their concerns about the sudden loss of this support system which plays a vital role in their children's lives.
Parents have lamented the decision, saying it was unexpected and has thrown their summer plans into disarray. Caline Saleh described the camp as essential for her son, emphasizing how its absence will lead to a