We are Vecova.
Exploring ability and possibility.
Ability is how we connect and contribute to the world.
Vecova is a leading edge, registered and accredited charity that has been meeting the lifelong and changing needs of persons with disabilities and the community since 1969 through our programs and services, social research and innovation and enterprises.
We’re creating an environment that’s inclusive, where everyone belongs. No matter what your level of ability is, when you come to Vecova there’s a place for you and you feel a community.”
Kelly Holmes-Binns,
Chief Executive Officer
Inclusion
Differences Do Not Divide Us
We believe in an inclusive society where differences do not divide us. We support persons with disabilities to:
- feel welcomed in the communities where they live, learn and work
- be active and engaged within the community
- be included and embraced within the community
- have the highest attainable standards of wellbeing
- be resilient and enrich the community
- feel safe and secure within the community.
Innovation
Driving Social Change
We find new ways to drive social change by challenging the conventional way of thinking about how to support persons with disabilities.
- We design new programs, services, products and processes for Vecova and the nonprofit sector that meet the changing needs of persons with disabilities.
- We identify, create and implement new business models and processes that ensures Vecova is sustainable.
- We initiate and participate in opportunities with the nonprofit sector, government, academia and businesses to collaborate and to stimulate new ideas to create transformative change.
Impact
Meaningful Results
We achieve meaningful results by increasing the rate of understanding, support and change in society.
- We create best and promising practices in disability services to advance opportunities for persons with disabilities to achieve equity.
- We work together with communities to implement new approaches to effect small and large-scale community change to address societies most pressing needs.
- We create real-time data and feedback for Vecova and the nonprofit sector, to assist it in developing and adapting interventions as needed.
Mission
Building a future for people of all abilities where everyone is valued, belongs and thrives.
Vision
Inclusion for everyone.
INTEGRITY. We operate ethically and with transparency.
EACH OTHER. We respect the rights, dignity and worth of all individuals.
IMPACT. We are intentional in what we do and work towards the achievement of meaningful outcomes.
ENGAGEMENT. We work with others to achieve success.
Guiding Principles
We respect uniqueness
Through empathy and dedication, we ensure our service delivers for each person’s individual needs and aspirations with compassion and commitment.
We Champion belonging
As an organization intentionally designed for inclusion, we value the removal of physical and systemic barriers, ensuring our services and spaces are accessible to all from the outset.
We Foster Community.
We act as a hub of connection and support, bringing together our team, individuals, families, and partners to foster a strong, inclusive, and engaged community.
We lead with compassion
Guided by empathy and flexibility, we deliver personalized, holistic support that responds to each individual’s needs with compassion and commitment.
Goals
Good health and wellbeing for persons with disabilities. Adequate, safe and affordable housing for persons with disabilities. Inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for persons with disabilities.
Vecova 2024-2025
Annual Report
Vecova changes the lives of Albertans every day.
We believe that everyone should have an active and engaged quality of life that enables meaningful connections and contributions to the world.
We can do this because of you. As a charity, we depend on the generosity of our donors and the passion of our volunteers to help us support over 680,000 Albertans with a disability in building a society where differences are valued.
You can help others in your community through Vecova. However you choose to get involved, together we will make a difference.
2024-25 Annual Report
2024-25 Community Impact Report
2023-24 Annual General Report
2023-24 Community Impact Report
2022
2023
Annual Report