Vote in Banff Election

Banff’s municipal election will be held on Monday,
October 18 at the Banff Park Lodge. Vote ahead of time
at Town Hall on one of the following days:

Saturday, October 9, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Thursday, October 14, 3 - 7 p.m.
Friday, October 15, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Those who are unable to physically vote are able to apply for a special ballot (mail-in voting). Find out how to apply for a special ballot, learn about the candidates, check if you’re eligible to vote, and more at
banff.ca/Election.

New off-leash dog park open

The new off-leash dog park at the Recreation Grounds is now open. Some areas are still closed to allow grass seeding, but you’re welcome to bring your pup to explore this new amenity. Parking is available by the skateboard park.

Banff Pride

October 3 – 11, 2021
A week-long celebration of diversity, inclusion, and community in Banff National Park. Visit BanffPride.ca to find a listing of all Pride events and activities.

Help Guide Banff

Share your expertise with the Town of Banff by applying to serve on one of the various boards, commissions, committees or corporations. Anyone who lives in Banff and is 18 years or older can apply. Detailed committee profiles, available positions, and application forms are available at banff.ca/Committees. Submit your application online by October 15.

Money 101 Workshops

A series of three, one hour presentations to help you plan for different stages of your and your family’s life. Learn about death and taxes, how to manage irregular income, and planning for post-secondary school. To sign up for a session, and to learn more, visit banff.ca/Register.

Family Resource Network

Nurture for New Parents
A six-week program to learn about transitioning to parenthood, healthy development, and more.

Parent and Tot Fitness
Fitness and fun with your little one. Low impact exercises led by instructor Kim Mayberry.

Open to all Bow Valley Residents. Learn more at banff.ca/FamilyResourceNetwork.

The Library of Things is open

Visit the Banff Public Library to borrow from the Library of Things! Banff residents are able to borrow a variety of items that are rarely used, hard to store, or are expensive, such as tools, cooking appliances and hobby items. It is free to access for all Banff residents, all you need is a valid Banff Public Library membership. The Library of Things will be available during regular library hours. Visit banff.ca/1216/Library-of-Things for more information.

Help Prevent the Spread. Book your vaccination.

Be kind and respectful to others. We are all finding our way to return to normal, and our community has a way to go before we are all fully immunized.

Some businesses, services and activities in Banff require proof of vaccination for entry. Download your vaccine record at AlbertaVaccineRecord.ca.

Book your vaccine today. Visit banff.ca/COVIDhelp for local vaccine locations. Banff pharmacies, medical clinics and the Banff Community Health Centre have appointments available. The Government of Alberta is offering a $100 incentive for first or second vaccinations until October 14.

If you know someone who needs help booking a vaccine due to language, literacy or visual barriers, contact help@banff.ca or call 403.762.1251.

Be Kind. Be Safe.

The Government of Alberta requires masks to be worn in all indoor public spaces and workplaces, including shops and restaurants.
Call 8-1-1 if you have questions about isolation requirements, vaccines or testing.

Visit banff.ca/COVID for daily updates on Banff's case counts, vaccination rates and restrictions. Sign up for emergency alerts at banff.ca/Emergency.

Meetings

Council: Swearing in Ceremony
Monday, October 25, 2 p.m.

Visit banff.ca/AgendaCent re or subscribe to meeting agendas at banff.ca/Notify.
View the live meeting at banff.ca/Live.