Greenhouse plot lottery

Registration is open for Banff residents seeking a 2023 greenhouse plot with the Banff Greenhouse Gardening Society. Register in the lottery for a chance to secure one of the 82 garden plots in one of the two greenhouses at the Recreation Grounds or the greenhouse at The Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre. Plots are available for a one-year term. The lottery closes on April 27. Learn more, and apply for the lottery at banff.ca/Greenhouses.

Join Earth Day clean up

Cleanup on Saturday, April 22, register by April 14
This Earth Day, join the Town of Banff and Parks Canada as we pick up litter in our neighbourhoods and in the national park. We will provide the necessary tools and coordination of locations cleaned. Join us after the clean up for a community BBQ, Zero Waste information, and Storytime with the Banff Public Library. Household compost bins will also be available at the toolkit pick-up and drop-off. Register yourself, your family or as a community group. Visit banff.ca/Active to register.

Age-Friendly Banff Survey

Provide feedback on opinions we heard from focus groups about making Banff more age-friendly for seniors: BanffViewpoints.ca/AgeFriendly.

Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw

Council passed the Single-Use Items Reduction Bylaw on February 13. This bylaw aims to reduce the amount of waste generated in our community. The bylaw will be implemented in phases. Visit banff.ca/SingleUse for more information:

By July 1, 2023:
- Customers must request to receive accessory disposable items such as utensils, condiment packs and straws.

- Businesses must accommodate when customers ask for food or drinks to be served in their reusable containers.

By January 1, 2024:

-New disposable plastic shopping bags are banned and there will be minimum fees on paper & reusable bags. 

- Businesses are required to provide reusable food ware for dine-in services.

Apply for a Community Grant

The Town of Banff's Community Grants provide support to Banff's non-profit societies, community organizations, and individuals. Apply by May 15, 2023. For details and how to apply, visit banff.ca/Grants.

First Aid Courses

The Town of Banff offers Red Cross Emergency and Standard First Aid certifications that cover the basics such as CPR injury response and treatment. Visit banff.ca/FirstAid to learn more and to register.

Register for the community rummage sale

The Spring Community Rummage Sale is back Sunday, May 7 at The Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre! Register your table for $40 to sell gently used items, such as sporting gear, small kitchen appliances, clothing, books, toys, and more. Discounts for Banff Access Card holders are available. Visit banff.ca/Register to register by Friday, April 28. 

Upcoming Courses and Events

Banff Food & Cocktail Festival

April 10 – 23
From April 10 to 23, 2023, the Made With Love Banff Food and Cocktail Festival will showcase the local food scene, with special cocktail and mocktail menus available in participating restaurants during the festival. Get tickets for an outdoor tasting of food, cocktails and mocktails on Bear Street, April 21-22. To learn more, visit MadeWithLoveBanff.com.

Motoring Munchkins

Sundays, April 2 – April 30, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Join other Banff families for a fun morning of indoor unstructured free play. Your little one will be able to play with others and enjoy toys. This program is free for Banff residents with a valid membership. Parent or guardian supervision required. Learn more at banff.ca/Motoring.

Singing Tree Music Series

Thursday, April 27, 7 – 9 p.m.  
Enjoy refreshments while listening to local musicians in this monthly music series. Join in at St. Georges in the Pines. For all ages, free admission with donations accepted. If you are interested in playing or would like to volunteer, please contact amal.alhomsi@banff.ca. Learn more at banff.ca/Events.

Meetings

Governance & Finance: Monday, April 24, 9 a.m.
Council: Monday, April 24, 2 p.m.

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