- How far is the campsite and how do I get there?
- Is this camp for brothers or sisters?
- Can I join the camp late or leave early?
- Does the camp have a registration limit and deadline?
- Why is the camp fee $100?
- What do I bring to the camp with me?
- Will participants be in tents or cabins?
- I am under the minimum age limit of 15. Can I apply to the camp?
- Who
is MAC?
Camp Kanaka is in Whonnock, British Columbia, a township just outside of Mission. From Vancouver, it is approximately 45 minutes east and is nestled in a tranquil, mountainous area. Youth participants will be picked up from a central, convenient locale (e.g. IQRA' School, Surrey) and taken to and from the campsite in mini-buses. Thus, youth and parents will not need to drive out to the campsite for pick-up or drop-off.
Is this camp for brothers or sisters?
This camp is for brothers AND sisters between the ages of 15 and 25. The educational seminars will be conducted in the campsite's large main hall with all participants present. Special social brotherhood/sisterhood bonding programs, as well as all sports programs will be separate for brothers and sisters. Both genders will have separate, secure, comfortable sleeping quarters. Additionally, mentors will present for guidance and security.
Check "Camp Rules" for further comments if you wish to learn more about the expected conduct of participants.
Can I join the camp late or leave early?
As part of the camp rules, ALL participants must commit to the entire camp program and cannot either join late or leave early (unless there are extenuating/emergency circumstances). This is a tarbiyah camp with complete educational and social components that all participants should endeavor to sincerely meet.
Does the camp have a registration limit and deadline?
Yes, the registration limit is 50 participants, and the registration deadline is July 20th, 2003.
The camp fee has been significantly reduced to make it as affordable as possible for participants. The fee covers meals and snacks for 4 days, transportation from a central location to and from the campsite, accommodation at a first-rate camping facility, the cost of speakers, and printed educational material that will be made available at the camp.
What do I bring to the camp with me?
The following items should be stored in a modest-sized backpack:
- Qur'an with English Translation
- A fresh hand-held notebook/pen
- A prayer mat
- Comfortable modest clothing suitable for outdoor activities (for 3 days)
- Hijab (for sisters)
- Sneakers and/or hiking shoes
- Sunscreen (optional)
- Insect repellant (optional)
- Toiletries (shampoo, toothbrush/toothpaste/miswak, airbrush, etc.)
- Alarm for night prayers
- Sleeping bag, blankets/sheets or equivalent
- Pillow & pillow case
- Water bottle
- …& your intention to learn
Will participants be in tents or cabins?
Participants will be accommodated in secure, heated bunk cabins.
I am under the minimum age limit of 15. Can I apply to the camp?
To best accommodate the learning and social needs of participants, the age limit has been restricted. The camp program is geared towards high school and college/university students between the ages of 15 and 25. However, there is +1/-1 flexibility margin if you happen to be a year younger or older than the limit, and exhibit sincere interest in meeting the camp objectives.
Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is a charitable, religious, social, cultural, educational, and not-for-profit organization. It is a pioneering Islamic organization, an Islamic revival, and reform movement that uplifts the individual, the family, and the society.
Its objectives are:
- To present the message of Islam to Muslims and non-Muslims and promote understanding between them.
- To encourage the participation of Muslims in building a virtuous and moral society.
- To offer a viable Islamic alternative to many of our prevailing societal problems.
- To promote family values in accordance with Islamic teachings.
- To promote the human values that Islam come to emphasize: brotherhood, equality, justice, mercy, compassion, and peace.
- To foster unity among Muslims and Muslim organizations and encourage cooperation and coordination.
