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Cal

Accessible leisure access for people with disabilities

Offered by
ALTERGO

Record updated

Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
People with disabilities aged 5 and over
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Overview

Carte accompagnement loisir (CAL) supports people with disabilities in Quebec and visitors from outside Quebec who need accompaniment for leisure, cultural, or tourist activities. Issued by AQLPH, the program helps an accompanying person enter participating venues at no cost.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Access new markets
  • Reach a new target audience
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Persons with Disabilities
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Other Recreation and Social Clubs, Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
People with disabilities
Revenue structures
Fee-for-service model
Scope
Provincial

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

CAL application instructions updated

The CAL page now points applicants to a single “prepare my application” link, replacing the prior detailed request paths and submission instructions.

See more

The CAL information page replaced the former two application paths, supporting documents, forms, and mailing instructions with a single link to prepare the application. Applicants should now use the current request link on the page, as the steps and required materials may differ from the previous instructions. The page also no longer shows the support email, phone number, or postal address that were previously listed for application help.

Official source: altergo.ca
October 4, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • People with disabilities aged 5 and over
  • Quebec residents
  • Non-resident visitors to Quebec
  • Organizations offering leisure activities and joining as partners

Who is not eligible

  • Children under 5 years old

How to apply

  • Fill out the application form corresponding to your situation.
  • Attach proof of eligibility; if you do not have one, have sections D and E completed and attached by an authorized health or social services professional.
  • Include a photo of your face in JPEG format.
  • Send the application online, by email to cal@aqlph.qc.ca or by mail to AQLPH – CAL, 25Des Forges Street, office 320Trois-Rivières (Quebec) G9A 6A7.

Documents Needed

  • Completed CAL application form
  • Proof of eligibility or Sections D and E
  • Recent photo of the applicant

Processing and Agreement

  • You will receive your CAL in about 6 weeks, including application review and mailing.
  • If your file is incomplete, AQLPH will contact you by email, or by phone if no email was provided.
  • If a request remains incomplete for 6 months, it will be refused.
  • If multiple applications are submitted for the same person, only one is processed and the extras are deleted.

Additional information

  • The CAL is strictly personal and non-transferable.

Contacts

cal@aqlph.qc.ca
1 833 693-2253
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Cal Program

What is the Cal?

Carte accompagnement loisir (CAL) supports people with disabilities in Quebec and visitors from outside Quebec who need accompaniment for leisure, cultural, or tourist activities. Issued by AQLPH, the program helps an accompanying person enter participating venues at no cost.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Cal program?

To be eligible for the Cal program, you must: Have a long-term disability or functional limitation Be 5 years old or older and reside in Quebec Need an accompanying person to participate in tourist, cultural, or leisure activities

Who can I contact for more information about the Cal?

You can contact ALTERGO by email at cal@aqlph.qc.ca or by phone at 1 833 693-2253.

Where is the Cal available?

The Cal program is available across Canada.