“My life has been changed so much. I will no longer look at what I have as a right but as a privilege. I wish all of Canada could have been here this week and have their eyes opened.” ~Heather, Nova Scotia
...continue readingArchive for July, 2005
“My daughter attended, and after reviewing the pictures and listening to her stories it was quite obvious that not only does this benefit the residents of the Dominican Republic, but it certainly benefits the kids who travel to these destinations.” ~Paul, Parent, NL
...continue reading“Thank you. We are so proud of [our son] for going on these trips and we owe it to all of you for showing us what a special child we have. You have influenced how he sees the world around him and for this we are very grateful. ~Barb, Parent, ON
...continue reading“I want to participate next year. I need to. This isn’t something you can participate in once and forget about it. It’s a life changing experience…you can’t look at your life the same.” ~Student, BC
...continue reading“I can’t say anything that could truly describe this experience. Words aren’t enough. My pictures can’t tell you what went on. I can only say this: Experience it for yourself and come to your own conclusions. It truly is life changing for not only you, but also for those you go there to serve.” ~Participant
...continue reading“A cause has been placed in my hand and now I have to do something about it.” ~Cheryl, NS - parent & participant
...continue readingHero Holiday Dominican Republic 2005 - July
Published by July 23rd, 2005 in Dominican Republic. 0 Comments July 2005 was the month we launched our first ever Hero Holiday. Destination: Sosua, Dominican Republic. During those two weeks, 150 amazing young Canadians and their adult leaders joined us and were forever changed as a result!
The DNA for Hero Holiday was established that summer, as we built houses for some families who were […]