Our Community Stories Archives

In the News: Calgary bottle depot Vecova recognized by province on Global Recycling Day

Thanks to Global Calgary for celebrating and highlighting the great work of our Bottle Depot team – like Noah, Jason and Kyle – and our Applaud a Depot event!

In the News: Calgary bottle depot Vecova recognized by province on Global Recycling Day

It was Global Recycling Day on Saturday and a Vecova was celebrated as the latest recipient of the Alberta Bottle Depot Association's Applaud a Depot program.

Community Story: Everyone Belongs At Vecova

For many families who come to Vecova, the feeling of belonging starts once they join the Adapted Recreation program. These classes are for people who have barriers to sports and other fitness activities. For the Tran family, it’s become a place for 10-year-old Duc and 8-year-old An to grow.

In the News: Local charity hopes for new, inclusive facility for Calgarians of all abilities

Thanks to Global Calgary for highlighting Vecova and sharing the inspiring stories of our consumers, Jo-Anne, Pat and Aimee. Watch the segment here.

Congratulations to Board member Sean Crump – one of Calgary’s Top 40 Under 40

Congratulations to Sean Crump, named Avenue Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 - and one of Vecova's incredible board members. His vision and work towards a more inclusive city inspires our entire community. Well deserved, Sean!

October 27 – Celebrate Disability Employment Awareness Month with Vecova!

Join us on October 27, 2022 from 11 am to 2 pm in Studio 2 at Vecova. Meet Vecova's Employment Services community and learn about their employment journeys, skills and abilities!

In The News: Vecova is Varsity Calgary’s ‘Unique Feature’

Thanks for the shout-out, Avenue Magazine! We're proud to be part of the incredible, vibrant - and accessible - Varsity community.

During Disability Pride Month, meet Jase!

During Disability Pride Month, learn more about Jase's experience with our Youth Program and discover how Vecova supports inclusive employment for persons with disabilities.

During Disability Pride Month, join Jeremy for a day at work!

During Disability Pride Month, join Jeremy for a day at his workplace and discover how Vecova supports inclusive employment for persons with disabilities.

Vecova’s Dementia Wellness Program supports the wellbeing of people of all ages and abilities

Discover how Vecova's Dementia Wellness Program has made an impact on the physical and mental health of both the participants in the program and their caregivers.