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These Nova Scotian children never give up. Through the use of assistive technology, the War Amp program encourages disabled children to continue to participate, and even compete, in sports and the arts.

This was the message of encouragement the War Amps presented Friday during the first session of this year’s Atlantic child amputee seminar at the Westin Nova Scotian Hotel in Halifax.

“It’s really important to have that positive outlook and be able to share experiences like we’re doing here at the seminar this weekend,” said Annelise Petlock, a War Amps public awareness official.

“It makes all the difference in the world.”

Ms. Petlock, a 21-year-old graduate of the group’s child amputee, or Champ, program and recent University of Ottawa graduate, hosted the session.

The Champ program aims to reach amputees at a young age and provide them with the necessary encouragement and resources to lead a happy and healthy life.

A cornerstone of the program is the Winner’s Circle. This concept encourages young amputees to develop confidence and further their rehabilitation through sports and other recreational activities.