National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

In 2021, the Government of Canada proclaimed 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 tragic and painful history of residential schools, 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. To find events for reflection and learning, visit banff.ca/NDTR.

Join a Banff Community Committee

Help contribute to Banff by providing your advice 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. 

Food scraps and recycling must be separated by businesses

The Town of Banff has passed a bylaw that requires the non-residential sector to separate food scraps and recycling from garbage. The bylaw will be in effect Saturday, October 1,with enforcement beginning in 2023. Many Banff businesses are already taking this measure, and some have even been awarded Trailblazers status for going above and beyond in their efforts to move toward zero waste. We can meet with your business to provide information on the bylaw and present to staff. Visit banff.ca/BusinessFoodWaste for more information on the bylaw requirements or email zero.waste@banff.ca.

Upcoming Courses and Events

Banff Pride Rainbow Walk and Flag Raising

Monday, October 3
Join Banff Pride for their annual Rainbow Walk and Flag Raising, during their 11 day celebration! Meet at the Muskrat Street pedestrian bridge at 12:30 p.m. and march as a group to the Banff Community High School for the flag raising. Find more pride events at BanffPride.ca/Events-Overview.

Into the Woods

Mondays, October 17 – November 11, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
During this six week program children will enjoy storytelling, singing, crafts, exploring, fort-building, and making a connection to the great outdoors! For ages 4 – 5. To register, and to learn more, visit banff.ca/IntoTheWild.

Mountain Adventurers

PD half day Fridays, 12 – 4 p.m.
Mountain Adventurers is an outdoor program for kids in Grades 4 – 5 and 6 – 8 on PD 
half day Fridays. Children 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.

Into the Wild after-school program

Monday – Friday, 3 – 6 p.m., PD half day Fridays, 12 – 6 p.m.
Into the Wild is an after-school wilderness program for Grades 1 – 5 where children will learn all about Banff’s flora and fauna, animal tracking, outdoor cooking, crafting and more! Activities include outdoor games, guest presenters, snacks, and campfires. Learn more, and register your child at banff.ca/IntoTheWild. 

Fire Hall Open House

Saturday, October 15, 10 a.m. – 1p.m
Join the Banff Fire Department during Fire Prevention Week for a pancake breakfast and vehicle extraction demonstrations. Please bring non-disposable cups, cutlery and plates.

Nurture for New Parents

Wednesdays, October 26 – November 23, 10 – 11 a.m.
Are you a caregiver of an infant 0 – 12 months? Join Bow Valley Family Resource Network and Alberta Health Services staff for this free, five-week program just for you! Connect with other families while you learn about healthy development, infant sleep, transitioning to parenthood, early language development and feeding your baby. Free and open to all Bow Valley families – registration required. To register, call 403.762.1251 or visit banff.ca/Register. 

Meetings

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