Member fees
How is Passages funded?
Passages does not receive external operational funding for the Centre. We rely on member fees to cover our core expenses like rent, staff, and services.
Our fees explained
Fees are set as low as they can be, balancing affordability with our commitment to offering all learners a well-resourced space and equitably paid staff.
Families with learners at Passages make the Centre a priority in their financial planning.
We have worked with every family who has contacted us. If further financial accommodations are needed, please reach out.
2025/26
We have ongoing enrolment year-round. Please reach out if you are interested in enrolling for the 2025/26 academic year. Fees are prorated to the beginning of your joining month.
Member fees
Passages uses a progressive, income-informed fee model to support equitable access across our community. Fees are determined through a simple and collaborative financial assessment that helps place families within an appropriate member fee range.
Families with household incomes above $120,000 may opt out of the assessment; in that case, the standard annual member fee is $12,800, plus a $325 trip and materials fee.
The chart below is provided to support financial planning. Final fee placement is confirmed early in the enrolment process and shared directly with each family before any commitment is required.
2025/2026
Member fees include:
opt-in classes and workshops
weekly mentor support, guidance and portfolio creation
use of the centre and equipment
democratic community meetings
training to lead and facilitate democratic meetings and the Restoration Circle
materials and art supplies
youth-led community initiatives
Fees are reviewed annually and adjusted to reflect operating costs.
Please note that fees for outside classes and programs such as ILC, VLC, Outschool, or Athabasca University courses are the responsibility of each family. Passages will not cover these costs.
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