The Calgary Ability Network (CAN), an initiative of the Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta, is a collaborative of organizations, businesses and advocates from the disability community, whose main goals are to:

• Build and strengthen community capacity
• Impact policy, decision making and systems change
• Create action plans which will improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities

There are five working tables that make up CAN:

• Human Rights
• Transportation
• Poverty Reduction
• Recreation
• Newcomers with Disabilities ​

​At our five working tables, partners work together to address issues, increase awareness and education and link the community and government around the remaining challenges facing persons with disabilities.

Human Rights

Promotes equal opportunity for persons with disabilities through advocacy and collaboration.

Transportation

Enhancing inclusive, accessible and affordable transportation through advocacy and collaboration.

Poverty Reduction

Working together to advocate for adequate income and exceptional supports for Albertans with disabilities.

Recreation

Enhancing the quality of life of persons with disabilities through collaboration and advocacy for recreational choices.

Newcomers with Disabilities

Seeking to better understand and address the barriers faced by persons with disabilities who are new to Canada.