Between Friends

Between Friends

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Between Friends facilitates programs with these goals in mind while promoting a focus on shared interests over individual differences.

Many people with disabilities seek social and recreational activities that are fundamental to enriching self-esteem, quality of life, and mental and physical health. Between Friends offers children, youth and adults a variety of programs that remove the barriers of isolation and truly function as the building blocks of friendship. We encourage diversity by connecting our community with their fello

06/02/2026

๐ŸŒŸContinuing through summer until August 31, support Between Friends through Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink and have your donation matched up to 50%!๐ŸŒŸ

Help youth and adults with disabilities enjoy recreational opportunities to connect, grow, and belong!

Click here to donate today: https://rogerscharityclassic.com/toolkit-donate

06/01/2026

โณ With just one month left in our Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by Altalink campaign, we've only reached 10% of our goal.

Every donation helps people with disabilities build meaningful friendships, feel included, and find a place where they truly belong.

And the best part? All donations are matched through Rogers Birdies for Kids, meaning your gift goes even further to support Between Friends programs.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Donate here: https://give-can.keela.co/spring-campaign-2026-email

05/31/2026

This week kicks off National Accessibility Week 2026!๐Ÿ’™
Between Friends recognizes the importance of building communities, programs, and spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone.

Tune into our stories this week to bust some myths, share tips on fostering a more inclusive and accessible community, and celebrate the unique experiences that connect us all.

05/30/2026

Last night we gathered at Trolley5 for our 2025 Annual Awards, celebrating the incredible people who make Between Friends such a special community.

This recap video highlights our award winners. Individuals whose dedication, leadership, friendship, and passion help create belonging every day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate. We are grateful to our outstanding staff and volunteers who bring our programs to life, our generous donors and community supporters who believe in our mission, and the members and families who inspire us every day.

Together, we're building a more inclusive community where everyone belongs.

Congratulations to all of our 2025 award recipients!

05/29/2026

๐Ÿ’š 1 month to go until Summer Camp Bonaventure! ๐Ÿ’š
Summer fun is just around the cornerโ€”we canโ€™t wait โ˜€๏ธโ›บ

05/29/2026

Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is now available!

Because of our incredible members, families, volunteers, staff, donors, and community partners, 2025 was a year of connection, growth, and belonging. Together, we created opportunities for people with disabilities to build friendships, develop skills, and participate fully in their communities.

We invite you to explore the report and see the impact we achieved together over the past year.

๐Ÿ“– Read the full report on our website: https://betweenfriends.ab.ca/annual-impact-reports/

Thank you for being part of the Between Friends community and helping make inclusion a reality for so many.

05/27/2026

Our garden is looking better than ever thanks to this incredible group of corporate volunteers! ๐ŸŒฟ

This team spent the day weeding and preparing our garden beds for planting. Thank you to TELUS for your support and for helping us get Camp Bonaventure ready for the season!

05/27/2026

Summer Program Guides are live!
Start planning for another fantastic season of fun, friendship, and connection!
Find them now on our website.

๐Ÿ“… Registration Opens: June 10 at 5:30 PM online and by phone.

05/26/2026

May is Leave a Legacy Month ๐Ÿ’œ

What is a legacy gift?

A legacy gift is a future donation made through your will, estate, or financial planning that helps support causes you care about for years to come.

At Between Friends, a legacy gift helps create opportunities for people of all abilities to connect, grow, and belong โ€” today and for future generations.

No matter the size, your gift can leave a lasting impact by helping build inclusive programs, meaningful friendships, and stronger communities for years to come.

Leave a Legacy. Become a Friend for Life.

Learn more: https://betweenfriends.ab.ca/legacy-giving/

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401, 8989 Macleod Trail S
Calgary, AB
T2H0M2

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm