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The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement The Steadward Centre provides Adapted Physical Activity and Parasport programs for people experiencin

The Steadward Centre is a leader in Adapted Physical Activity and Parasport development, annually serving more than 1000 children and adults experiencing disability and training more than 250 students. As part of the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, University of Alberta, the Centre’s strong research and education focus allow it to deliver innovative programs and to share proven expertise with community fitness and sport leaders across Alberta.

Wishing our entire community a safe, restful, and Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂✨Please note that The Steadward Centre will be cl...
10/11/2026

Wishing our entire community a safe, restful, and Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂✨

Please note that The Steadward Centre will be closed on Monday, October 12.

Alt Text: A scenic outdoor photo taken on a paved trail surrounded by autumn trees with colorful leaves. In the distance, a TSC para athlete is riding a pink racing wheelchair down the path under a bright blue sky. Overlaying the image, bright orange text reads: "Happy Thanksgiving from The Steadward Centre".

Mental health is dynamic, deeply personal, and interconnected with every part of our lives. This , we’re reminding our ...
10/10/2026

Mental health is dynamic, deeply personal, and interconnected with every part of our lives. This , we’re reminding our community that wellbeing includes taking care of yourself, finding your community, and accessing support when you need it. 💙🌱

At The Steadward Centre, movement, community, and belonging go hand in hand with mental wellness. Whether you're navigating daily stresses, managing a disability, or looking for peer support, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Here are a few incredible mental health & accessibility resources available to our community:

On Campus (University of Alberta):

📍 U of A Wellness Supports: Connect with social workers for tailored navigation and wellbeing support.
📍 Counselling & Clinical Services: Free, confidential individual/group therapy and drop-in workshops.
📍 SU Peer Support Centre & Access Hub: Supportive, non-judgmental peer listening and accessibility resources.

Across Canada & Local Support:

📞 988 Su***de Crisis Helpline: Free, confidential 24/7 call/text support across Canada.
🤝 Inclusion Alberta: Advocacy and community support for individuals with disabilities and their families.
💚 211 Alberta: Call or text 211 to find local community and mental health resources near you.

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Alt Text: An graphic illustration celebrating World Mental Health Day. At the top, a stylized blue brain icon rests within a pair of supportive orange hands. Sprouting from the top of the brain are blue and yellow leafed stalks, symbolizing growth. Surrounding the icon are small yellow plus signs, stars, and dots on a white background. Below the graphic, bold blue text reads "Mental Health Day" above a rounded blue badge containing the date "Oct 10, 2026".

🍂 Mark Your Calendars with Cctober's Important Dates at TSC! As we dive into October, please take note of our upcoming f...
10/05/2026

🍂 Mark Your Calendars with Cctober's Important Dates at TSC! As we dive into October, please take note of our upcoming facility closures and special dates. 🦃

Alt Text: Graphic with an orange border set on a white background titled "OCTOBER'S IMPORTANT DATES AT THE STEADWARD CENTRE" in orange and blue font. The listed dates are: Monday, October 12: Thanksgiving - TSC CLOSED Thursday, October 16: CSEP Conference - TSC CLOSED Friday, October 17: CSEP Conference - TSC CLOSED Friday, October 30: Halloween came early to TSC!

10/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our 7th annual Fall Run & Wheel! 🍂🐻🍃

Alt Text: a video with various pictures of TSC’s Fall Run & Wheel scattered across the screen. Orange letters read “TSC’s 7th annual fall run & wheel in support of Steadward Bears Para Athletics”

A big Edmonton welcome to Churchill Fellow Marina Logacheva!Alt text: a photo of TSC director Jen Leo and Marina Logache...
09/24/2026

A big Edmonton welcome to Churchill Fellow Marina Logacheva!

Alt text: a photo of TSC director Jen Leo and Marina Logacheva beside one another smiling in The Steadward Centre gym. Jen is wearing a white shirt and blue pants and is wearing glasses, and Marina is wearing an orange shirt and jeans.

We LOVE the first week back in programming! It’s been a busy and fun-filled first week, and we’re looking forward to a g...
09/17/2026

We LOVE the first week back in programming! It’s been a busy and fun-filled first week, and we’re looking forward to a great fall term!

Swipe to learn a little more about our awesome full-time programming staff who ensure our TSC programming run smoothly! 🍂🍃🍁

Alt Text: a graphic titled “TSC’s first day of fall programs”. Below are 6 photos of staff members smiling and holding signs that say their “[name]’s first day of fall programs”. Each sign includes some fun facts about each staff member.

Mark your calendars for TSC's annual Fall Run & Wheel!📅 When: Saturday, October 3🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM📍 Where: Foo...
09/09/2026

Mark your calendars for TSC's annual Fall Run & Wheel!

📅 When: Saturday, October 3
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Foote Field (South Campus, U of A)

Join the Steadward Bears Para Athletics team, family, and friends for a 3km accessible loop through the Belgravia community. The course is open to all fitness levels, wheelchairs, strollers, or anything else with wheels! Please dress for the weather as this event will be outdoors. 🌤️

✨ The event is FREE, but donations are welcome in support of the Steadward Bears Para Track Team.

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Post for the Steadward Bears Para Athletics Fall Run & Wheel event. Background image shows people moving along a paved path, including a participant in a wheelchair. Large green text reads: “Fall Run & Wheel.” Additional details: “Help support the Steadward Bears Para Athletics program at our 7th annual Fall Run & Wheel event!"

That’s a wrap on TSC summer camps! 🌼🧡 We already can’t wait for next year! Alt Text: Colorful chalk art drawn on a concr...
08/14/2026

That’s a wrap on TSC summer camps! 🌼🧡 We already can’t wait for next year!

Alt Text: Colorful chalk art drawn on a concrete sidewalk on a sunny day next to a grassy lawn. In bright pastel chalk, the handwritten message reads “The Steadward Center was Here!” surrounded by small drawings of flowers, stars, and a dragonfly.

☀️ Summer camps are officially underway, and that means it’s time to meet the incredible humans who make all the fun hap...
07/08/2026

☀️ Summer camps are officially underway, and that means it’s time to meet the incredible humans who make all the fun happen!

Say hello to our amazing Summer Camp Instructors: Codi, Skyla, and Mariika 👋💙

From leading adventures and sparking creativity, to building confidence and making every camper feel welcome, these three are ready for an unforgettable summer at TSC! 🌿✨

Alt Text: TSC's 3 summer camp instructors - Codi, Skyla, and Mariika - stand smiling in front of a large tree wearing blue TSC staff t-shirts. Above them, text reads "Meet your summer camp instructors".

Whether you're building confidence in the water, training for competition, or looking for an inclusive team environment,...
07/02/2026

Whether you're building confidence in the water, training for competition, or looking for an inclusive team environment, we're got you covered at TSC!

Join a community that celebrates every swimmer and supports each swimmers individual goals.

Questions? Email [email protected]!



Alt Text: Promotional graphic with a blue underwater swimming pool background and large white text reading, "Swim with TSC this fall." At the bottom left, two smiling swimmers wearing swim caps, goggles, dark swimsuits, and white pants lean together with their arms forming a heart shape overhead. At the bottom right, a smiling swimmer in a navy swimsuit sits in a wheelchair. Orange text at the bottom reads, "Registration for Fall 2026 opens August 4."

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