CNIWT Camp
CNIWT Family Summer Camp
CNIWT means “WIND” — a name gifted to us in Nsyilxcen by the Westbank First Nation, spoken by the Syilx Okanagan peoples. It refers to the breezy bay where our camp lives and breathes.
The full name, Staqtkunwít, describes something beautiful:
“The area where the winds cause the water to wash upon the shore, creating small puddles.”
It’s a name rooted in land, language, and movement — just like our camp.
Welcome to CNIWT CAMP
A message from our Co-chairs:
Kayla Malito
CO-CHAIRPERSON
Davin Bell
CO-CHAIRPERSON
Our Camp
The Experience
Five days to meet new friends, try new things, and just be yourself. A camp where deaf and hard of hearing youth connect through language, play, and shared vibes -
A space where everyone belongs.
The Setting
Held at Green Bay Bible Camp in West Kelowna, British Columbia.
Families stay on site in accessible cabins with shared spaces and outdoor activities. Wake up by the water, spend your days outside, and end every night with your people.
The Community
A community led by Deaf & hard of hearing role models who bring lived experience, pride, and connection - including the Deaf Youth Today (DYT) team from the Family Network for Deaf Children.
People who get you, hype you up, and help you see your power - welcoming all identities, all communication styles, all ways of being.”
Ages
All ages are welcome
Location
1449 Green Bay Rd, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2B9
Arrive: Aug 27, 2026 at 5 PM
Depart: Aug 31, 2026 at 11 AM
Activities for every age
Camp programming is designed with Deaf and hard of hearing children and youth at the centre. Activities balance movement, creativity, language development, and fun, while allowing families to participate together or independently.
Camp Highlights:
Get Moving: Bazooka Ball, Archery, Laser Tag, Wide field games
Make Waves: Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Swimming, Lake inflatables
Get Creative: Arts & crafts, ASL-based games, hands-on fun
Connect & Unwind: Evening Deaf culture activities, campfires, and more
Accessibility note:
Communication Access, Always
ASL and English interpreters are present throughout camp — at every activity, workshop, and shared space — to ensure everyone is included, understood, and connected.
Where you’ll Stay
Families stay in cabins located close to the waterfront and main activity areas. Accommodations are designed to support comfort, accessibility, and community living.
Accommodations are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Families willing to share a cabin with another family are encouraged to indicate this during registration to help maximize space and accessibility for all participants.
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Up to 6 people per cabin
Air conditioning
Private bathroom with shower or tub
Bunk beds, with double beds on the bottom bunks
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Two connected rooms, up to 6 people per room
Air conditioning
Private bathrooms
Flexible bunk bed layouts for families
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Up to 10 people per cabin
Air conditioning
Outside-access bathroom
Five bunk beds
Camp Fees
The cost to attend CNIWT Camp is $200 per person (ages 3 and up) for the full five-day experience. Children ages 0 to 2 attend at no cost.
Your registration fee includes:
Three meals per day plus drinks
Full access to all camp activities
Lodging in single lodge, double lodge, or rustic cabins
ASL and English interpretation throughout camp to support full communication access
Facility fee:
Green Bay Bible Camp charges a facility fee of $18 per person per day. This fee is already included in your registration cost.
We recognize that financial barriers can prevent families from participating. Support is available for families who need assistance covering camp fees. Please contact us if you need assistance covering camp fees.
Please note that a $100 deposit is required when registering. This fee will go towards your camp fees.
GreenBay campsite information
Help Keep Camp Affordable for Everyone
Making CNIWT Camp accessible is a shared effort — and our community makes it possible. Alongside sponsorships and partnerships, we maintain a subsidy fund to support families who need financial assistance.
Here’s how you can help:
• Join or share our fundraising events
• Make a donation — every dollar helps
• Pay it forward by adding a little extra at registration, if you’re able
Every contribution helps ensure that no family is left out because of cost. Together, we can make camp possible for everyone.
CNIWT Camp Sponsors
