Join a Banff Community Committee

Help contribute to Banff by providing your advice and decisions on topics such as public art, grants to community groups, the library, development proposals, heritage properties and housing. Make a difference with your time, some of the positions only require a few hours about four times a year. No previous board experience necessary. Anyone who lives in Banff and is 18+ (16+
for the Grants Committee) is encouraged to apply by noon on Monday, October 3. To learn more, and to find an application, visit banff.ca/Committees.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

In the summer of 2021, the Government of Canada proclaimed a new statutory holiday, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, to be commemorated on September 30 every year. On this day, you are encouraged to wear an Orange Shirt, reflect on the residential school experience, engage in conversations to advance truth and reconciliation. Alone, with your family, or together with others in our community, please take time to remember, reflect and consider ways we can better listen and learn from Indigenous Peoples, for the benefit of all people in Banff and across Canada. Visit banff.ca/NDTR to find events for reflection and learning on Friday, September 30.

Renew you Banff Activity Pass

The Town of Banff’s fall and winter drop-in sessions kick-off this October. Banff residents will need to renew their annual Banff Activity Pass to access all the great sport, fitness and social sessions offered. Renew your pass from 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. at The Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre. Those who register before September 30 will be entered to win one of three $50 gift cards to Nesters Market! Thanks to the Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation, this pass is free for those up to age 25, and $10 for those aged 26+. To view all sessions, visit banff.ca/DropInCalendar.

Upcoming Courses and Events

Melissa's Road Race

Saturday, September 24
Melissa's Road Race runs again in Banff this year. All racers hit Banff’s streets starting at 10:30 a.m. from the recreation grounds and over the Bow River Bridge, which will be completely closed for 45 minutes. Thousands of runners will be participating on the big day, so there will be traffic interruptions throughout town to accommodate the race. Learn more about the race route, road closures and traffic detours at banff.ca/RoadClosures.

Volunteer Appreciation Barbecue

Wednesday, October 5, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Register by Wednesday, September 28
To say thanks, The Town of Banff is hosting a barbecue for volunteers from local community organizations in the Banff area. Join us on October 5, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Town Hall, and celebrate with food, door prizes and more! Email banff.life@banff.ca to RSVP with your full name and the organization that you volunteer with by Wednesday, September 28.

Mountain Adventurers

PD Fridays, 12 – 4:30 p.m.
Mountain Adventurers is an outdoor program for kids in Grades 4 – 5 and 6 – 8 on PD
half day Fridays. Your child will enjoy instructor-led trips filled with adventure and fun, for only $5! To view the full schedule, visit banff.ca/MountainAdventurers. This program is generously supported by the Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation.

Bystander Intervention Training

Thursday, September 29, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
In partnership with the Bow Valley Harmony Project, Banff and Lake Louise Hospitality Association is pleased to present this session. Learn how to be an engaged and active bystander, the importance of supporting victims and the effect that trauma can have on a person, drink spiking, and creating safer establishments in the community. Open to employees and employers in Banff & Lake Louise, free of charge. Space is limited with preference to BLLHA members. Register at bllhma.wildapricot.org/Events.

Celebrate with Banff Pride

September 30 – October 10
Take part in 11 days of drag shows, live music and a healthy dose of outdoor fun! Join Banff Pride as locals and visitors alike celebrate diversity in Canada’s most iconic mountain town this fall. Visit BanffPride.ca to learn more, get involved, and find full event details.

Banff Farmers Market

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The Banff Farmers Market is held every Wednesday at the Banff Park Museum parking lot. Enjoy live music, and vendors selling everything from produce and baking, to artisan goods. Learn more at TheBanffFarmersMarket.com. The Farmers Market runs until October 5.

Meetings

Governance and Finance Committee: Monday, September 26, 9 a.m.
Council: Monday, September 26, 2 p.m.

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