The Fenlands seasonal turf and fitnesss room grand opening

Thursday, July 14, 5 – 7 p.m. 
Join the Town of Banff for the official grand opening of the new community spaces at The Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre. Celebrate the new fitness room, the seasonal turf field and the bike workshop. Tour the new space, learn about drop-in and rentals, and meet other community members excited about more year-round opportunities in The Fenlands. The new space is made possible with support from the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation and the Government of Canada.

Skatepark Community Barbecue

Wednesday, July 13, 11:20 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the fantastic skateboard community in Banff with a barbecue at the Banff Skatepark, located in the Recreation Grounds. Connect, learn, eat and skate! Free skateboard rentals will be available for those who want to try skateboarding. To learn more, visit banff.ca/BanffLIFE.

Summer Drop-In Youth Programs

The Town’s youth leader coordinates activities and a great place to hang out for those in Grades 4 – 10. Partake in activities like basketball, soccer, skateboarding, movies at the LUX, bowling, bike trips to Cascade Ponds, horseback riding and more! Participants have lots of input on the upcoming week’s activities and games. Visit banff.ca/KidsClasses to find all the details. 
  

Apply for a community grant

The Town of Banff Community Grants were established to provide funds for not-for-profit societies, community organizations or groups. The purpose of the grants are to enhance the quality of life for residents and to encourage positive environmental impacts. Learn more and apply for a grant at banff.ca/Grants.

Fun Zone open for summer

Visit the Family Fun Zone at The Fenlands and have fun with the whole family or friends. Kids can enjoy sports, giant Lego, arts and crafts, board games and more. Adult supervision required. Free for residents with a valid membership. Learn more at banff.ca/FamilyFunZone. 

Upcoming Courses and Events

Rollerskating is back!

Friday, July 8, 5 – 7 p.m.
Come out to The Fenlands and have fun rollerskating while listening to music. Skate rentals and helmets available. Open to all genders and abilities. Free with a resident membership, drop-in rates apply. Learn more and find other drop-in sessions at banff.ca/DropIn. 

Waste Transfer Site tours

Friday, July 15, 1 – 2  p.m. and 5 – 6 p.m.
Ever wondered what happens to your garbage and recycling after you drop it in a bin? Then join us for a tour of the Town of Banff’s Waste Transfer Site and see how garbage and recycling is managed. Email zero.waste@banff.ca to register. 

Help steer the Spray Avenue bus lane

Survey ends Friday, July 22
Give your feedback on a project to remove a parking lane to create an express bus lane on Spray Avenue, from Bow Falls Avenue to Mountain Avenue. Learn more and provide your feedback before July 22 at BanffViewpoints.ca/BusLane.

BanffLIFE Basecamp

Tuesdays, July 12 and 26, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
BanffLIFE Basecamp is a drop-in social program at The Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30. This is the best place in town to hangout with friends in a welcoming space that is inclusive to all. Play games such as table tennis, billiards, foosball, board games and more! You can also enjoy affordable meals from Oh Bento including Japanese specialties like ramen and sushi. To learn more, visit banff.ca/BanffLIFE.

3-on-3 basketball tournament

Thursday, August 11
Love basketball and want to compete? Gather your team and join BanffLIFE for an outdoor 3-on-3 basketball tournament. The day-long round robin tournament includes a guarantee of four games, with four teams advancing to the playoffs. Registration is per team. Ages 18 – 30, open to all genders and abilities. Visit banff.ca/BanffLIFE 
to learn more.

Meetings

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