Easter Seals BC Ambassador for 2008-2010

Natasha Kaweski, 2009 Easter Seals BC Ambassador

Natasha Kaweski

Natasha Kaweski of Delta, BC is 13 years old and no stranger to Easter Seals Camp - she’s been attending for the past seven years! She lives in Delta with her mom, dad, brother, two sisters and six cats. Natasha was born with Morquio syndrome, which occurs when the body is unable to produce specific enzymes, causing dwarfism. Her brother Damien also has Morquio’s and is an Easter Seals Camper as well.

Natasha is very excited to begin her tenure as an Easter Seals Ambassador. She wants to be a teacher when she grows up and is looking forward to perfecting her public speaking skills, which she will put to good use as she shares her love for Easter Seals Camp with everyone. She likes reading, sewing, arts and crafts and swimming, and of course, just hanging out with her friends.

Nathan Bragg, 2009 Easter Seals BC Ambassador

Nathan Bragg

Nathan Bragg is a veteran Easter Seals Camper, and his outgoing personality, boundless enthusiasm and sincere dedication to the Easter Seals cause made him the perfect representative.

Nathan was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at the age of three. He doesn’t let CP slow him down, though - Nathan is an active, energetic kid and he has made Camp Squamish his summer destination for the past 8 years.

“Camp is his life,” Nathan’s mom says. “He would go every day if he could!” Nathan cites Camp Squamish as “one of my favourite places in the world…it never gets dull.”

At camp his favourite activities include hanging out with his many friends (he’s the life of the party!), swinging on the big swing (”The big swing is amazing - going up 60 feet in the air is as exhilarating as it is scary,” he proclaims) and swimming. Nathan is also a bit of a prankster - look out for practical jokes whenever he’s around! When he’s not having a blast at camp, Nathan resides in Maple Ridge, BC, with his family and two dogs. You might find him reading, playing video games, spending time with his friends or tearing up the local basketball court. When he grows up he wants to be a journalist, sports commentator or lawyer.

Nathan is an incredible example of the positive impact the Easter Seals Camping Program has had on children with disabilities across the province.

“Camp means a lot to me and it has helped in many ways,” Nathan says. “It has given me friends! It has given me laughs. It has given me a sense of belonging, but most of all it has given me the advice to focus on ability instead of disability, and has taught me that I can do anything.”

Watch for Nathan as he represents BC’s Easter Seals Kids at various Easter Seals events, including the 24 Hour Relay for the Kids and the Easter Seals Regatta and Festival.