Pacekids Programs

08/06/2026

21 tablets. Countless conversations waiting to happen!

Huge thanks to the Electronic Recycling Association and YYC Calgary International Airport for this donation. These devices will support Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for children with diverse needs, and help strengthen the connection between educators and families.

This is what community partnership looks like: giving technology a second life while opening up new ways for kids to be heard.

We're proud to announce that the Electronic Recycling Association (ERA), in partnership with YYC Calgary International Airport, has donated 21 tablets to Pacekids Programs in Calgary.

These tablets will help children who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), while also strengthening communication between educators and families.

A huge thank you to YYC for helping give technology a second life and making a meaningful difference in our community.

Together, we're reducing e-waste, supporting local charities, and creating more opportunities through technology.

Read more: https://www.era.ca/helping-children-communicate-through-technology/

08/05/2026

What if asking for help was actually the bravest thing you could do for your child? ❤️‍🩹

Urdu Mom shares her honest take on breaking the stigma around seeking support, after touring Pacekids Sunridge with her son Zayn. Her words might be exactly what another family needs to read today.

READ THE FULL BLOG HERE: https://urdumom.com/2026/08/pacekids-calgary-preschool/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTgNiVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe3TRERh28uDUQmAOu36ipPn2d_k6OAK1_5gZcXut7-NSXWdnub5Vv92WaHFk_aem_TArBfji-yk7VJdYTgScShg

Share this with someone who needs to see this. 💛

Pacekids is a Calgary preschool for kids with diverse needs through therapy, education and play. Two locations in Calgary: Sundance and Sunridge.

08/05/2026

This week we opened our doors to Urdu Mom and her son Zayn for a tour of Pacekids Sunridge! From our Early Childhood Services classrooms to our Community and In-Home programming, we loved showing them how our team supports children with diverse needs every day.

What part of a Pacekids tour would you want to see most?
Tell us below 👇

07/30/2026

Are you looking for easy summer activities that encourage sensory exploration, creativity, and fun?! ⛱️🥳

Let's learn the Edible Pudding Playdough* recipe from one of our wonderful Sunridge staff - Carleen, Classroom Therapy Aide. Watch how Carleen makes this recipe and this activity so much fun with the help of her team members! 😀

We hope this activity brings a lot of summer fun to your day! Each activity can be adapted to match your child's interests, comfort level, and preferences. Friends and family can join in too, making activity a fun shared experience. 🥰

From the Wolf room team at Pacekids: thank you for watching, and have a wonderful summer! 🥳

Let us know how your edible pudding Playdough turns out to be! Share in the comments below! 🤩💌

*Although the Playdough is made with edible ingredients, it is meant for play and should not be consumed in large amounts.

♥️

07/28/2026

Did you know Pacekids offers 3 different programs under Community and In-Home Services? 👇

Save this for later!

🔹 Behavioural & Developmental Supports
Ages 6 months–10 years | requires FSCD contract + FSCD worker

🔹 Specialized Services
Ages 6 months–10 years, based on clinical discretion | requires FSCD contract + FSCD worker

🔹 Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)
Ages 2–17 | requires FSCD contract only

Learn more at pacekids.ca/fscd

Which one of these did you know the least about? Let us know in the comments 💬

07/25/2026

7 weeks to go! ⏰Race for Pace wouldn't be possible without the incredible support of our title sponsor, Re*****on Development Corporation , back again this year!

Their partnership helps us bring the SuperHero Walk and 5km Run or Walk to life, from the sensory friendly spaces to the live entertainment to the breakfast and lunch that keeps everyone fueled. Thank you for believing in our mission to empower children with diverse needs and their families!

Now it's your turn to join us. Whether you're walking 1km in a cape or running the 5km, there's a spot for you at the starting line.

📅 Saturday, September 12th at 9am
📍 Re*****on Development Corporation, 200 Quarry Park Blvd SE

Register today at pacekids.ca/race

07/22/2026

Race for Pace is almost here! 🏃‍♀️💨

We're less than 2 months away from our annual Race for Pace, a 1km SuperHero Walk and 5km Run or Walk!

Registration is open and everyone is welcome. Come celebrate back to school with Pacekids, support our mission to empower children with diverse needs, or just lace up your runners for a fun morning out. There's a spot for everyone at Race for Pace!

Expect exciting activities, live entertainment, breakfast and lunch, prizes, and sensory friendly spaces.

📅 Saturday, September 12th at 9am
📍 Re*****on Development Corporation, 200 Quarry Park Blvd SE

Pricing:
🧸 Toddler (0 to 3): Free
🧒 Child (4 to 10): $20
🧑 Youth (11 to 15): $25
🙋 Adult (16+): $30

Register now at pacekids.ca/race and we'll see you at the starting line!

A Huge thank you to our title sponsor, Re*****on Development Corporation , for making this event possible! 💛

07/21/2026

Are you looking for some fun and easy summer activities for sensory exploration and creativity?! Then look no further! 😀⛱️🥳

Our wonderful Sunridge staff member Carleen is sharing a summer beach-themed sensory bin activity 🏖️🤩

You will need:
- A sensory bin or any plastic bin
- Clean play sand. You can use any type of sand
- toy buckets
- Shovels or scoops or spoons
- Seashells
- Large beach toy animal toys, such as turtles, crabs, dolphins, or starfish
- Any favourite items you would like to include

Instructions:
1. Fill the bin with play sand.
2. Add buckets, sea shells, shovels, sea animals, and any favourite items that you might enjoy on a beach day. Some toys can even be buried in the sand for beach-themed hide-and-seek adventure!
3. Kids can scoop and pour, fill buckets, build sand castles, search for hidden treasures, and create their own beach adventures!

If someone prefers not to touch the sand, they can explore using shovels, scoops, cups, spoons or other tools.

You can also add rocks, tiny umbrella 🏖️, or large blue glass gems to create more opportunities for discovery.

Please supervise children when they explore using small tools, toys, or gems.

Let us know how you enjoyed this sensory bin with your kiddos! Share in the comments below! 🥳🤩

Have a great summer! 🌞 ⛱️

07/16/2026

Early intervention can change a child's developmental trajectory. Knowing where to start is often the hardest part.

Join us and Healthy Start Calgary for a free online workshop on early intervention services and developmental supports for children with diverse needs.

You'll learn about:
✔ PUF and FSCD program pathways
✔ Eligibility and referral process
✔ What to expect during intake
✔ Community resources available
🗓️ Thursday, July 23 | 10:30–12:30 pm MT
💻 Online, MS Teams

Register: https://www.immigrantservicescalgary.ca/event/learn-about-early-childhood-services-for-children-with-diverse-needs/

Tag a family who'd find this helpful. 👇



Immigrant Services Calgary Gateway Connects

💛 Learn About Early Childhood Services for Children with Diverse Needs

Every child develops at their own pace. Join Healthy Start Calgary for an online workshop to learn about early intervention services, developmental supports, and community resources available to help children with diverse needs and their families.
In this workshop, participants will:
✔ Understand the importance of early intervention for young children with developmental needs
✔ Learn about Pacekids Programs' Early Childhood Services/PUF and Community & In-Home (CIH)/FSCD programs
✔ Understand eligibility requirements and referral pathways
✔ Learn what to expect during the assessment and intake process
✔ Discover the supports available to children and families throughout their developmental journey
✔ Find out where to access helpful information and community resources

🗓️ Thursday, July 23, 2026
🕥10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (MT)
💻 Online Workshop (MS Teams)

Register here: https://www.immigrantservicescalgary.ca/event/learn-about-early-childhood-services-for-children-with-diverse-needs/

Whether you're looking for information, guidance, or support, this workshop will help you better understand the services available to support your child's growth and development.

Immigrant Services Calgary Gateway Connects

07/14/2026

SAVE THIS. 📌

4 FREE Triple P seminars for Calgary families are happening ONLINE this fall, built around real challenges: routines, behaviour, development, anxiety.

🗓️ Aug 18, Sept 22, Sept 29, Oct 6
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM

💻 Free, online, open to FSCD and non FSCD families

Come to one or come to all. Share with a family in your circle who could use it.

For more details, visit https://pacekids.ca/free-triple-p-seminars-calgary-fall-2026/

Triple P - Positive Parenting Program