Being on a stroll outdoors is one of Gillian Rezanson’s favourite things.

The Vernon, B.C., woman is taking a midday wlk with her service dog, Shamrock, and her personal support worker, Aleisha MacLeod, before a much-deserved coffee break. There, they can discuss their annual trip to Zajac Ranch for Children in Mission, B.C.

“You get to be with people who understand and get it. Our community is great that way, too, but you get to interact with other people and campers. That is really exciting,” said MacLeod.

Rezanson is on the spectrum and uses a program on an iPad that communicates for her, with a British accent. She also speaks some sign language.

The camp gives children and young adults with disabilities and medical conditions the ultimate camp experience.

“Having people recognize

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