FAQ sur les campeurs et la famille

To attend a program, all adults must have: 

 

• Two doses of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) at least 4 weeks apart* OR proof of antibodies to measles, mumps and rubella

• One dose of Varicella containing vaccine OR previous history of chickenpox OR proof of antibodies to varicella

• One dose of Pertussis containing vaccine (Ex. TDap)

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All adults need to upload picture proofs of their immunizations or titres onto CampDoc. 

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Please note: if you are receiving a live vaccine (like MMR or Varicella), it must be administered at least 4 weeks before camp. 

 

Exceptions to this policy are limited to medical exceptions, and will be brought forward to Camp Quality’s Medical Advisory Committee for further direction.

 

For any other questions related to immunizations, please contact your local Medical Coordinator or reach out to us at medical@campquality.org. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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What if I had chicken pox as a child? 

If you have had chicken pox in the past, please indicate the date of illness, as best you can remember (The year of chickenpox is sufficient). We also ask that you obtain varicella titres to confirm immunity. 

 

Do I need to upload picture proofs?

All adults need to upload picture proofs of their immunizations onto CampDoc. You can help us move through your application faster by additionally writing in the dates of your immunizations into CampDoc.

 

How do I find my immunizations?

You may be able to find your immunizations in the following places:

• Your immunization card

• Your family doctor, or office where you were likely to be vaccinated

• Your local Public Health unit

• Any local provincial online portals, or apps (ie. Immunization connect)

• Any post secondary schools, camps, jobs, or organizations where you were required to submit your records in the past

 

I can’t find my immunization records. What do I do now?

If you can not find your immunization records, please make an appointment with a physician and ask for blood titres for: MMR, pertussis and varicella. OR To obtain or inquire about an immunization record or for general immunization information, please contact your local public health unit. They can provide official records and assist with next steps if you are missing documentation or vaccinations.

 

I wasn’t fully immunized as a kid, how can I catch up?

Please connect with your family doctor to book any catch up immunizations you may require. 

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Can I get a live vaccine right before camp?

For the safety of all campers and volunteers, any live vaccines (such as MMR or Varicella) should be administered at least 4 weeks before attending camp. This waiting period helps ensure the vaccine has taken full effect and reduces the risk of vaccine-related symptoms during camp.

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My oncologist has told me I can’t get immunized. What should I do?

Please connect with your Medical Coordinator where we can look at getting you safely to camp. 

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Who is my Regional Medical Coordinator?

• Alberta, Rosa An - rosa.an@campquality.org

• Manitoba, Donna Provost - donna@campquality.org

• Northwestern Ontario, Robby Siemens - robby.siemens@campquality.org

• Northern Ontario, Catherine Pichette - catherine.pichette@campquality.org

• Eastern Ontario, Nicole Wayling - nicole.wayling@campquality.org

• Southern Ontario, Laura Saunders - laura.saunders@campquality.org

• New Heights, Jade Huffman - jade.huffman@campquality.org

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Why measles?

Measles is a highly contagious virus that is spread when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. Measles can cause runny nose, cough, fever and a widespread rash. Measles may lead to complications such as pneumonia, blindness, and encephalitis. Those with a weak immune system are at highest risk of death from measles. 

 

Why mumps?

Mumps is a contagious disease caused by a virus that can spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or by touching a contaminated surface. Measles can cause headache, muscle aches and swelling of their salivary glands, causing puffy cheeks and a swollen jaw. Complications of mumps may include pneumonia, and encephalitis. Those with a weak immune system are at highest risk of further complications. 

 

Why rubella?

Rubella is a contagious disease caused by a virus. Rubella spreads when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Someone with rubella may have fever, headache, pink eye, a widespread rash, and swollen lymph nodes. Complications of rubella can cause internal bleeds, encephalitis and further neurological problems. Those with a weak immune system are at high risk of rubella. 

 

Why varicella?

Chickenpox is an illness caused by the varicella virus which spreads through direct contact with the rash, or when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Someone with chickenpox may have fever, headache, feel tired, and have an itchy rash with small fluid filled blisters. Complications of chickenpox can lead to pneumonia, encephalitis, and other infections. Those with a weakened immune system are at higher risk of chickenpox and its complications. 

 

Why pertussis?

Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is an infection of the lungs and airways caused by a virus. An infected person can spread pertussis through coughing and sneezing. Someone with pertussis may have fever, runny nose, and is characterized by serious coughing fits with a distinct “whooping” cough. Pertussis may lead to pneumonia. Those with a weakened immune system are at an increased risk of pertussis.