Sikh Womens Camp 2009 – Toronto

Introduction

Please read our Mission Statement and the Intro to KU Camps to become familiar with Kaurs United.

Who can come to camp?
Girls and women aged 14 or above are welcome. Participants under the age of 19 require parental/guardian consent. We regularly have participants of all ages and walks of life. Note: Being Amritdhari is NOT a requirement. The only requirement is an interest in Sikhi and a willingness to learn more.

When and where will the camp be held?
Kaurs United Toronto Camp 2009 will be held from August 20-23rd in Mississauga, Ontario at Malton Gurdwara (7282 Airport Rd., Malton, 905-671-1662). Each day begins with Simran at 8:00am followed by a delicious breakfast and the first lecture at 9:00am. The camp will end with Rehras and ardas at 5:30pm. Attendees will be divided based on age group and there will be a separate group for University-aged and above women.

I will be coming from outside Ontario. Can you help me out?
Kaurs United volunteers are happy to help visitors from outside Ontario with transportation and accommodation. Please contact us with your itinerary before August 2nd so that we can make arrangements.

Transportation
This Camp is not overnight and is being held at the Gurdwara, so Campers will need to arrange for transportation to and from the Gurdwara. If any camper/attendee is coming from out of town or needs a place to stay, please feel free to contact sevadaars at 416-275-3897 or 604-339-6716. Kaurs United is not liable for loss of or damage to any property of any participants.

Camp Fees & Deadlines
The fee for Kaurs United Camp 2009 is $50 before August 2, 2009. After this date, the fee will be raised to $60. The deadline for registration is Saturday, August 17, 2009.

Packing List
___ Each day please bring an extra change of clothes for recreation (in addition to your salwar kameez/Bana for Darbar). (Optional but recommended).
___ Your $50 fee and registration form.
___ A jacket and good shoes for recreational trips.
___ A shawl to ensure warmth/comfort during darbar. (Optional).
___ An open heart and chardi kala (high spirits)! :)

I have health / financial / other concerns.
Kaurs United camp is about inclusion and empowerment through a positive social and spiritual environment. We welcome all women yearning to share this experience. Please contact us and we will reply in confidence to assist you with any concerns.

What should I expect at camp?
This is the second Kaurs United Camp in Toronto and will be just as an amazing experience as the previous year. If you wish to learn more about Sikhi, share your experiences, meet other Kaurs, increase your confidence, learn how to do different seva(s), meditate and recite Gurbani in sadh sangat, understand your origin, and increase your spiritual awareness, enlightenment, and strength, come out to the Kaurs United Camp this August 2009 at Malton!

This Camp will feature: simran, kirtan sessions, various lectures, workshops, and discussions on many topics pertaining to Sikhism and women, interaction with other Kaurs, Gurbani vichar and discussion, exciting recreation (e.g. bowling, self-defense/kickboxing/gatka, laser tag, etc) and much more. All attendees will receive a complementary Kaurs United t-shirt with their $50 Camp fee. Please remember, this Camp is open to all ages, so please do not feel shy and assume you will be “too old” or “too young” to attend! There will be girls and women of all ages present (although the youngest age must be 14).

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Pay Camp Fees:
If you already registered but haven’t paid your camp fee yet, you can drop off your fees in Hall 3, Saturdays from 6 to 8pm (Kaur sevadars will be present) at Malton Gurdwara, 7282 Airport Road, Malton, Ontario. Phone Number: 905-671-1662. OR you can contact us to arrange drop off of fees.

Spread the Word:
Please tell your friends and family about the camp and join the Kaurs United group on Facebook!

More Info:
Feel free to browse the rest of the site, including the gallery for a look at past camps, or contact us with any questions.