ABILITY WORKSHOP SOCIETY

Group of Ability Workshop volunteers at the workshop

Custom-built solutions for independent living

Building innovative solutions for Calgarians with disabilities. Promoting independent living, healthy recreation, inclusive play, and self-sufficiency.

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BUILDING ABILITY, ONE DEVICE AT A TIME

Who we are

Ability Workshop is a Calgary non-profit that designs and builds custom assistive devices for people with disabilities, giving them the tools they need to live, work, and play independently.

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What we do

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    Build custom assistive devices

    One-of-a-kind solutions engineered and built by volunteers for individual needs.

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    Support independent living

    Devices and equipment that help people manage daily life on their own terms.

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    Support inclusive recreation

    Adaptive equipment that opens up sport, play, and community participation.

VIEW OUR SOLUTION GALLERY

  • 500+

    devices built

  • 25+

    years of service

  • 100%

    volunteer powered

How would you like to get involved?

  • Need assistance?

    Tell us what you need. Our volunteers design and build devices at little or no cost.

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  • Want to volunteer?

    Bring your skills — engineers, tradespeople, and builders welcome year-round.

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  • Want to donate?

    Every dollar goes directly toward materials, tools, and devices for people in need.

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KIND WORDS

What our clients say

  • Thank you to the volunteers who have helped me over the years. You have made my life so much easier.

    -Elaine G

  • The kids love it! This is exactly what we wanted, and it turned out better than we could have imagined.

    -The Rural Pediatric Allied Health Team. 


  • Having the scooter has definitely added to my quality of life. Thank you for your kind gift.

    -Brenda P

  • You are all angels. Thank you for building the stairs for me. I can wash my hands all by myself.

    -Brenan Grade 2

  • Thank you so much for your dedicated time and hard work on Dana’s running stroller. It is vital to her for getting outside and enjoying the fresh air.

    -Andrew & Cheryl

  • We love our Power Wheelchair trainer.

    -Renfrew Educational Services

Volunteer builder constructing a custom wooden child's bed in the Ability Workshop

FEATURED STORY

A special desk that changed a child’s life

Read about one of our recent builds — and the volunteer who made it possible — from our News & Stories page.

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