PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
July 25, 2025
Clarification on Recent Event at Bar None Camp
FREDERICTON, NB - On July 24, 2025, an unsanctioned event was held on property
owned by Bridges of Canada. The event took place at Bar None Camp, located in Taxis
River, New Brunswick. Bridges of Canada and its parent company, Bridges International,
were not aware that authorization had been given for the event to take place.
“It’s important that our partner organizations know that the performer involved in this
event does not align with what we stand for as an organization,” said Michelle Seymour,
Director of Administration for Bridges of Canada. “We believe in compassion, inclusivity,
and integrity.”
Bridges of Canada and Bridges International are taking this matter very seriously. They
are conducting an internal investigation to determine how the decision was made at a
local level without following established protocols. “Had the procedures been followed and
Bridges of Canada been made aware of the event plans, it would not have been allowed
to proceed,” Seymour said.
Bridges of Canada will be reviewing its hiring practices and the onsite stewardship of the
Bar None Camp site. They remain committed to providing vulnerable populations with
inclusive, multifaith spiritual mentorship and will continue to serve communities.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Erin Brandt Filliter
Porter O’Brien