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Who We Are

Between Friends believes in the values of fun and connection. We are working towards helping create inclusive communities where people with disabilities reach their individual potential and are recognized as valued citizens.

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What We Do

Between Friends provides unique opportunities for individuals with disabilities to have social interaction with peers who may or may not have a disability, through programming that is inclusive and accessible.

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Get Involved

Between Friends is always looking for more people to become part of our organization. We provide several avenues for people to get involved with us including exciting employment and volunteer opportunities, membership options and events to attend.

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Ways to Give

Between Friends could not exist without our amazing funders and donors. We are so thankful for the support we receive. There are many ways to give to Between Friends and our programs. Your support goes a long way in helping people with disabilities to connect, grow and belong.

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Social & Recreation Programs

The disability community faces a variety of barriers in accessing recreation opportunities and the benefits associated with physical activity. Between Friends is committed to our value of No Barriers. We do this through working to decrease or eliminate financial, physical, attitudinal, systemic and other barriers. At Between Friends, we aim to provide people with disabilities the same opportunities for social connection, physical activity, and recreation so everyone can connect, grow, and belong.

We believe that it is important to focus on soft social skills that are learned through interactions such as friendship building, starting conversations, and building self confidence. We celebrate everyone’s talents and recognize that our community is stronger together.

Current Program Guides

Find out more information about our 2025 Winter programs by downloading the program guides below!

Calgary winter program guide (adult)
Calgary winter program guide (Youth)
Red deer winter program guide (adult & Youth)
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Programs

Camp Bonaventure

Between Friends’ Camp Bonaventure a is fun outdoor summer day camp for children and youth ages 4-17 years old, with and without disabilities. Camp Bonaventure has multiple locations in Calgary (Sandy Beach Park and Cambrian Heights Community Association) as well as a location in Red Deer.

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W.E.S.O.A.R

W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs (Weekend & Evening Social Opportunities, Activities & Recreation) run in the Fall, Winter, and Summer, and include a variety of group activities. They are available to members of all ages. Programs run in various locations and partner facilities in all four quadrants in the city of Calgary and in Red Deer.

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Adventurers

Between Friends Adventurers programs are fun, age-appropriate, structured group trips that are available for members of all ages. Throughout the year, participants have the opportunity to take part in activities and trips that last one to five days. These may include adrenaline inducing adventures like whitewater rafting in Banff, or more relaxed trips like spa days, or camping.

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Special Events

These events are fun social events aimed at creating meaningful avenues to connect with one another. They offer opportunities for our members to dance, play games and get together to share meaningful experiences in an inclusive and accessible environment.

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