Programs & Services

Calgary Quest Children's Society (CQCS) has two major service areas.  Calgary Quest School and Calgary Quest Resources

Calgary Quest School (CQS) is our oldest and largest program. It provides an educational and therapeutic program for students with moderate to severe disabilities from the ages of 6 to 20. All students who meet the criteria are funded by a combination of Alberta Education funding, and school fees. Our team of teachers, therapists, instructional assistants, and support staff create a caring and safe environment which respects each student’s ability and supports them in maximizing their potential.

CQS offers a variety of programs for Elementary, Junior and High School aged children. Key highlights specific to CQS programs include:  

• Specialized curriculums

• Modified Alberta curriculum

• Music therapy

• Life skills development

• Self-regulation skills (social, emotional, behavioral)

• Technology aids and support

• A low student-teacher ratio

At CQS, all students — regardless of their unique challenges — will:

• access education and therapy which will allow them to achieve their maximum potential

• be treated with dignity and respect

• be encouraged to find their “normal” in all aspects of life

• have a learning program designed specifically for their individual needs

Calgary Quest Resources (CQR) operates our new programs:

Centre for Opportunity -  A transition to adulthood program for young adults with developmental disabilities. The program is designed to enhance life-skills for the home and in the community. Some highlights of this program include the use of technology, health and wellness education, leisure activities and more. Each participant will have the opportunity to focus on one of our three program streams – volunteerism, employment or community integration.

For more information please visit CQR Center for Opportunity

Care and Recreation- Before-and-after care and respite services are available to students of Quest School and the young adult participants at the Centre for Opportunity, as well as students with disabilities from other schools. These services provide students with a safe place outside of scheduled school hours where they will participate in a variety of self-directed indoor and outdoor activities.

For more information please visit CQR Care & Recreation

Quest Adventure Camps (QAC) - An inclusive camp that offers an engaging and fun Summer Camp experience for Campers of All abilities aged 6 – 19. There is a new theme every week and specialized life skills camps for older campers aged 10 – 19.

For more information please visit CQR Adventure Camp