Celebrate Halloween Early

Sunday, October 30, Banff Recreation Grounds
Two great activities are coming up to celebrate Halloween! Drop by Echoes of the Forest Halloween, 1 – 3:30 p.m., to listen to spooky stories and fireside songs by local musicians. Play frightful games, create some spooky arts and crafts. Fun for all ages. Learn more at banff.ca/Events. Register for Art in the Park with Mindy and enjoy an hour of guided outdoor painting to celebrate Halloween. For ages 6+. 1 – 2 p.m. and 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Learn more at banff.ca/Register.

When should the Town seek public input?

The Town of Banff is developing a policy that will guide when, how and why people should have a say on municipal decisions such as new infrastructure, programs, services, plans and policies. We are seeking applications for people to join a Resident Panel who will dig deeper into the topic and provide advice for the new policy. We need up to 50 Banffites with different backgrounds and experiences to provide advice over two pizza-lunch meetings on November 2 and 16, and follow up meetings in December or January.  Learn more and apply: BanffViewpoints.ca/PublicInputPolicy.

Money 101 Series

Tuesdays, November 14 – December 13, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Join a Money 101 session, and learn how to make your money go further. Sessions cover smart banking, planning for emergencies, credit in Canada, and more. Register at banff.ca/Active. There is no session on November 22.

Settlement Services programs

Settlement Services support Permanent Residents, Live-in Caregivers, Refugees and Temporary Foreign Workers transitioning to permanent status who are living in the Bow Valley, no matter the length of time living in Canada. Visit banff.ca/Settlement to view upcoming workshops about Permanent Residency, and housing in Canada.

Keep pumpkins indoors

Pumpkins left outdoors are a wildlife attractant. Keep your Halloween decorations inside to protect wildlife. Learn more at KeepWildlifeAlive.ca.

Upcoming Courses and Events

Recycling Round-Up

October 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Get rid of all your hazardous waste like paints, expired bear spray, propane canisters and more at the Annual Recycling Round-Up, at the Beaver Street parking lot next to the Fire Hall. See a list of the types of items that will be accepted at banff.ca/Roundup. This event is for Banff residents only.

Community Discussion on Policing and Safety

Thursday, October 27, 5 p.m.
Join the Banff RCMP for a community discussion at Banff Elementary School. After recent tragic events, our community is concerned about public safety. This will be an opportunity to speak with leadership of the RCMP in southern Alberta as well as local detachment personnel about priorities and strategies to manage issues that affect you. Learn more 
at banff.ca/Events.

BanffLIFE Newcomer Walking Tour

Wednesday, November 2, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
The Banff Newcomer Walking Tour helps residents 18 – 30 years old learn everything they need to know about living in Banff. Learn about programs and services like how to register for a post office box, how to get parking permits and more. Visit banff.ca/BanffLIFE to learn more.

Learn avalanche safety with MountainLIFE

Saturday, December 3, 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Avalanche Rescue Skills is a perfect choice for those who want to refresh and update their avalanche search and rescue skills. This rescue skills course will enhance and expand your skills providing you with the necessary tools and approaches to perform effective companion rescue should the need arise. This program is being generously supported by the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation. Visit banff.ca/MountainLIFE to learn more.

Climb indoors with BanffLIFE

Wednesday, November 9, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

The perfect introduction to your local climbing gym. Learn the basics of indoor top rope climbing in this instructor-led session, including how to belay, tips for climbing, and more! Open to all genders and abilities, ages 18 – 30. All equipment is provided. Learn more, and register at banff.ca/BanffLIFE.

Cookie Kitchen

October 29 – Mondays, starting November 7, 2:30 – 4 p.m.

Come bake a new recipe every week with our cookie expert. Everyone welcome, no registration required. Suggested $3 Donation. Learn more at banff.ca/Events.

Meetings

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