Pacekids Programs

Big ideas, one room! 🌟 Pacekids was honoured to host the Council of Champions for Children and Youth this week, a Calgary network working together to be a voice for young people and take action on the issues that matter most to them.

Thank you to United Way of Calgary and Area and to the incredible nonprofit leaders serving children and families across Calgary who brought their ideas and energy to the table.

Children thrive when their whole community works together.

Worried about what a speech assessment might cost? You're not alone, and we want to clear it up!

For most families, the speech assessment costs $0:
✅ If your child doesn't qualify for Program Unit Funding (PUF), there's no charge.
✅ If your child qualifies for PUF and you register with Pacekids, the fee is fully waived.

The only time a fee applies is if your child qualifies to attend and you choose to register elsewhere. In that case, it's a flat fee of $420.*

Speech assessments happen on-site and through play, so it feels like a fun visit for your child. Our therapists compare what they see to the milestones expected for their age.

We still have spaces available for the 2026-2027 school year at Pacekids. If cost questions held you back before, our door is still open. Call 403.234.7876 or email [email protected] and we'll walk through it with you.

*Speech assessment fee is subject to change.

What a way to spend a Wednesday afternoon! 🏡📚

Our team had the chance to visit Kindred Connections Society new Program Centre for their Community Open House yesterday, and we loved exploring spaces designed with Calgary children and families in mind.

When families have strong connections across the community, children thrive. That's why we value partners like Kindred so much. 💛

We had a few special visitors this week 🐾

Our friends at PALS brought therapy dogs to spend some time with our students, and the smiles said it all. Gentle pats, happy tail wags, and a brand-new friend!

Visits like this give children a calm, joyful way to explore new sensory experiences and practice gentle touch.

Saturday plans? 📅 Come meet us!

Our team will be at the Family Resource Fair on September 26, hosted by Rabboni Support Services! Bring your questions about preschool, kindergarten, or in-home programs, or just come say hi and explore the many resources available for families across Calgary.

📍 Divya Sutra Plaza & Conference Centre, 3515 26th Street NE
🕤 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
🎟️ Free for all families

Tag a friend who'd love to explore local resources!

🏃On Saturday, Sept. 12th, Race for Pace brought runners and walkers of all ages, sponsors, and volunteers together for one reason: showing children with diverse needs and their families that a whole community is cheering them on.

Thank you to everyone who participated and donated! Together, we raised over $30,000 for Pacekids programs. 💙 This event is about so much more than a race, it's about community.

📸 More photos live now at https://pacekids.akaraisin.com/ui/2026RaceForPace

Special thank you to our 2026 title sponsor, Re*****on Development Corporation , and presenting sponsor, Doane Grant Thornton LLP

Race for Pace happens because community partners that believe children with diverse needs deserve every chance to thrive. This past weekend, we're especially grateful to our two newest sponsors this year:

🌟 Excel Homes , Super Sponsor
🦸 Concentric Energy Advisors, Inc. , Hero Sponsor

Thank you for making this year's race possible.

Little hands and big love. Our ECS students spent some time last week to painting "love bug" cards for the grandparents who show up for them in so many ways, big and small. 💛

Happy Grandparents Day 💛 to the grandparents who show up for our Pacekids families in so many ways, big and small.

⏰ Today's the LAST DAY to register for Race for Pace!

Tomorrow is shaping up to be a day full of community, laughter, and fun, and we want you there. Lace up, bring your people, and run for a reason.

Can't make it? You can still be part of the impact. Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting children with diverse needs across Calgary and the families who love them.

👉 Register or donate: https://pacekids.akaraisin.com/ui/2026raceforpace

See you at the starting line! 🏁