Holiday Craft Camp - 2026 - Oromocto, NB

The application period for Soldier On members wishing to participate in the HOLIDAY CRAFT CAMP, 7-10 December 2026 (7 &10 Travel) is now open. The application deadline is 23 November 2026.

AIM AND SCOPE OF EVENT:

Soldier On is offering members the opportunity to participate in a multi-day holiday craft experience featuring a variety of creative activities led by local instructors from the Oromocto and Fredericton areas. Participants will have the chance to explore different artistic techniques through cookie baking, ceramics, a step-by-step canvas painting workshop, mosaic glass art, and Kinusaiga (quiltless) fabric art. Whether you're trying something new or building on existing creative skills, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Take a break from the holiday rush, create unique handmade projects, and connect with fellow Soldier On members in a relaxed, welcoming and supportive environment. 

No previous crafting experience is required.

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to 10.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from the New Brunswick and PEI area 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. 

DRAFT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

7 Dec. AM - Travel for those from outside the local area.
7 Dec. 1300hrs-1600hrs Mosaic Glass Art 
             1630 - Participants outside the local area will check in to accommodations and have supper

8 Dec. 0900hrs-1100hrs Step by Step Painting 
             1200hrs-1300hrs Group Lunch 
             1300hrs-1500hrs Cookie Making 

9 Dec. 0930hrs-1130hrs Japanese Quilting 
             1200hrs-1300hrs Group Lunch
             1300hrs-1600hrs Ceramics 

10 Dec. AM - Travel for those from outside the local area.

TRANSPORTATION & MEALS:
Travel assistance will only be provided for those travelling from outside the local area, and will be 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.
Participants from the local area are advised that transportation will not be provided by Soldier On for this event. Participants will be required to arrange their own travel to and from the event location. The following meals will be provided during the event: lunch on 8 December and lunch on 9 December.