Over the past year, we’ve heard from many people who believe Vecova is closing. We want to be very clear:
Vecova is not closing.
What is changing is where and how some of our programs are delivered, and these changes are helping us reach more people with disabilities across Calgary.
What’s Actually Changing
Vecova is moving away from operating a single, centralized facility and instead working across multiple community locations and partnerships. This includes closing our outdated building and expanding into new spaces across Calgary.
- Offer programs in more accessible spaces across the city
- Partner with trusted recreation and community centres
- Focus our resources where they have the greatest impact
Our New Central Hub in the Beltline
In January, Vecova will open Vecova Central Hub @ Beltline, which will serve as our downtown administrative and program hub.
The Central Hub will:
- Support staff, programs, and community services
- Help us stay connected to partners and participants across Calgary
This location strengthens our presence downtown and supports the long-term sustainability of our services.
What About the New NW Location?
Our new Northwest location, Vecova NW @ Kaleidoscope, offers a range of community programs, skill-building activities, and support services designed to promote independence, connection, and well-being for people with disabilities.
Together, these locations, along with offsite programs and partnerships, allow Vecova to remain flexible, responsive, and community-based.
Aquatics Programming Has Changed, Not Disappeared
While Vecova no longer operates its own pool, adapted aquatic programming continues through partnerships with local Calgary pools and recreation centres, including Vivo.
This approach allows us to keep offering warm-water aquatic programs for people with disabilities without the barriers of maintaining our own facility.
What Hasn’t Changed
- Our mission
- Our commitment to people with disabilities
- Our focus on inclusive recreation, employment, housing, and community services
Vecova has been part of the Calgary community for over 50 years, and we’re continuing that work in new and more sustainable ways.
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