What: Mamingwey Burn Survivors Community Forum
Theme: Healing Has Layers: From Fragile Moments to Finding Our Wings
When: Friday Oct 16, 2026 – Saturday Oct 17, 2026
Where: Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park
Keynote speaker: Carey Cummins
Cost: $150 for both days, or $75 single day
Accomodations: group ID for discounted rates, book before Sept 15th to get the rates

Registration is Open Now

Keynote Speaker: Carey Cummins

Carey Cummins is the most severely injured survivor of the deadliest drunk-driving crash in U.S. history. At age 14, she was among the passengers on a school bus that was struck head-on by a drunk driver traveling the wrong way on an interstate highway. The devastating crash claimed the lives of 27 of the 60 people aboard the bus.

Carey sustained third-degree burns over more than 60% of her body and severe fourth-degree burns to her right leg, which ultimately required amputation below the knee. Today, she walks independently with a prosthetic leg.

Determined to build a meaningful life after tragedy, Carey earned a college degree and became a registered nurse. She later co-produced the documentary Impact: After the Crash, which chronicles the lasting effects of the crash and is available on Amazon Prime.

In Oct. & Nov. of 2025 we raised funds in support of the Mamingwey Burn Society.

Thank you so much for all those who supported us!