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.

Buying a home in 

The Banff Housing Corporation offers homeownership at below market value through price-restricted and equity-share homes. Join the Registered Resale List for an opportunity to purchase a home. Check current listings and fill out an application at banff.ca/BHC. 

Curl this winter

With programs and leagues for all levels, the Banff Curling Club is perfect for curlers of all abilities. Learn to curl or join one of three weekly leagues at beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels. To find more programs and information, visit BanffCurlingClub.ca.

Do you know first aid?

The Town of Banff offers Red Cross Emergency and Standard First Aid certifications that cover the basics such as CPR and injury response and treatment. Find upcoming courses at banff.ca/FirstAid.

Keep pumpkins indoors

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

Upcoming Courses and Events

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.

Celebrate Halloween Early

Sunday, October 30, Banff Recreation Grounds
Drop by Echoes of the Forest Halloween, 1 – 3:30 p.m., for spooky stories, local music, and to play frightful games or create Halloween themed  arts and crafts. Fun for all ages. Visit banff.ca/Events to learn more. 

Art programs for all

Various sessions for youth and adults
Learn to paint with acrylics or watercolours, create holiday art, or allow your child to discover new mediums. To view all programs, visit banff.ca/Register.

MountainLIFE Avalanche Rescue SKills

Saturday, December 3
This sessions covers the essential skills required for avalanche rescue. Banff residents 30+ can join, although it is best to have had some previous avalanche rescue practice using a transceiver, probe, and shovel. The session teaches you safety and effective responses to an emergency including, practicing using transceivers, probes, and shovels, multi-burial and deep burial response and ideas on how to practice on your own. This program is generously supported by the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation. Visit banff.ca/MountainLIFE to learn more.

Youth Programs

Youth Yoga | Tuesdays, November 8 – 29

Youth yoga promotes positive body image, healthy thoughts, and will build confidence. For ages 10 – 17, mats provided.

Red Cross Babysitting | November 27, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Learn to manage difficult behaviors, leadership, emergency protocol, and professional conduct as a babysitter. 

To register for the above programs, visit banff.ca/KidsClasses.

Adult fitness programs

Various sessions in November
Get in a sweat this November with Barre and Mat Work or Motivated Movement Fitness. Visit banff.ca/Active to learn more, and to register for these programs. For ages 16+.

Meetings

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