The YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg's Story

This paddle comes from the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg’s Camp Stephens.  Established in 1891, it is one of Canada's longest-running summer camps.  For generations, young people from all backgrounds have come to these breathtaking islands on Lake of the Woods just south of Kenora to take part in a unique and caring island community. 

A lot of things have changed at camp over the past century, but our values have remained the same.  We strive to build a better world – one kid at a time.  Each camper is challenged to learn, grow and develop in spirit, mind and body. 

The Camp Stephens’ experience demonstrates the values of responsibility to oneself, others and the wider world.