Testimonials

“On this trip, I met many new friends, discovered more about the world around me, experienced things I never dreamed of doing, and best of all, learned more about myself. If I had not taken this chance, I would not have learned as much about my abilities and what I could achieve. This trip has helped me realise that one cannot give up hope in life.”
Carol Mâ, Onatchiway Expedition

“Tip of the Toes is something we needed to regain our self-confidence.”
Tina Park, Anticosti Expedition

“ The expedition gave me so much hope for the future and helped me express my true feelings about my experience with cancer.”
Amandine Johnson, Chic-Chocs expedition

“The expedition allowed me to seize the moment and sink my teeth into life like never before! Nature has such therapeutic value, as much for the body as for the mind, such powerful energy that millions of vitamins could never equal”
Sarah Vermette, Albany River expedition

“I realised that even though I have been sick, eight other teenagers and I were able to carry on to the end of the expedition”
Daniel Thomas Burke, Albany River expedition

“The experience is by far the most beautiful, most rewarding of my life...”
Camille Blanchette, Yukon expedition

“I realised that cancer did not mean that I could not accomplish my dreams. Just the opposite, the disease made me stronger and gave me the courage to work hard towards my goals”
Amandine Johnson, Chic-Chocs expedition

“The Tip of the Toes expedition made me realise that cancer is not the end of your life, it is merely an obstacle in your life. It is an obstacle which brings people together and makes you stronger. (Five years later…) Not a day goes by where I don’t think about the trip and the impact it has on me. I am forever grateful.”
Chris Blackmore, Ellesmere expedition

“You were able to accomplish in 1 week what I have been trying to do for 2 years, give him back the will to live!”
Normand Lorion (parent), Anticosti expedition

“You are all truly special people. What you do for our kids who are living with cancer shows not only what caring and compassionate people you are, but also great courage, because it means giving a part of yourselves to these kids. James Bay Expedition 2003 has created memories for us all that will last a lifetime, of which all of you will be part of. Thanks for helping Craig forget, even if just for a week, and allow him to be the adventurous person all teenagers should have a right to be. We will always smile when we think of you.”
Rick and Mary Mitchell - parents, Moose Factory Expedition

“The whole experience from day one was the best in my life.”
Nathan Boyd, Onatchiway Expedition