Atlantic Winter Sports Camp 2025

The application period for Soldier On members wishing to participate in the Atlantic Winter Sports Camp, 24-28 February 2025 is now open. The application deadline is 14 January 2025.

AIM AND SCOPE OF EVENT: 
Soldier On members are invited to participate in the Atlantic Winter Sports Camp designed for all abilities. Enjoy a range of winter activities, including snowshoeing, fat biking, alpine skiing, biathlon, and curling, all tailored to suit beginners and intermediate athletes alike. Our camp, set in beautiful winter landscapes, offers supportive and accessible experiences for everyone, with specialized adaptive equipment if needed. Don’t miss out on this fun opportunity to explore winter sports at your own pace. 

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to 14.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from Atlantic Canada, NL, NS, PEI, NB who acquired a permanent physical or mental health illness or injury while enrolled as a member of the CAF; whether attributable or not to service.

Selected Serving members will require the approval of their Chain of Command to participate. 

*NOTE FOR SERVING MEMBERS: Amidst current financial limitations and a federal directive to reduce defense spending within DND by a Billion dollars, serving members' participation in Soldier On events and activities will now be limited to within their own local region (i.e., selection for event outside of where they reside is unlikely). As a result, serving members are advised that participation beyond their local area is likely to be denied, as Soldier On cannot sponsor any temporary duty status for serving members in order to align with government guidelines for expenditure reduction. Unfortunately, serving members are not authorized to participate in Soldier On activities and events while on leave.

DRAFT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Monday 24 February-Travel for those outside the geographical area
Tuesday-Thursday 25-27 Various activities such as; Fat Biking, X-country skiing, Alpine skiing, biathlon and snow shoeing.
Friday 28 February- Travel Home

TRANSPORTATION & MEALS:
For participants outside the local geographical area (150km) travel assistance, accommodations and meals will be provided and coordinated by the Soldier On Regional Coordinator in conjunction with Soldier On Operations. The most economical means of transportation to and from events will be prioritized and discussed with members via the event OPI or delegate. 

For those that are local, meals will be provided during the event.

Mental & Physical Requirements:
Applicants must be able to tolerate 6-8 hours of moderate-high paced activities for 3 days in a row. Due to the busy activity schedule, applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day. 

Our Winter Sports Camp is designed for all abilities, with each activity adaptable to individual needs. To safely and enjoyably participate in the large variety of sports and activities throughout the week participants should possess moderate endurance, balance, core stability, leg strength, some motor control skills and the ability to follow instructions. Note that adaptations can be made to all activities to accommodate specific needs. Our team is dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive experience for everyone.

Applicants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians, and therefore should be able to function in a social environment.  Applicants also acknowledge that there will be no alcohol allowed in the accommodations, and will be required to share accommodations.

ALL MEMBERS
Deadline for Nomination Forms
Must be received by Soldier On NLT 14 Jan 2025
Click on the Application Form link to express your interest.

SERVING MEMBERS ONLY
In order to be considered for selection, all serving members must also complete and submit a chain of command authorization form by the application deadline.
Authorization Form 

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PREVENTION:
Soldier On, PSP and CAF TG aim to provide a safe environment for all participants and staff. To ensure everyone’s safety, applicants understand that they should aim to adopt personal practices focused on communicable disease prevention such as health awareness, staying home when sick and regular hand cleaning to help prevent the spread.