Fire Prevention Week

Not every hero has a cape. Plan and Practice your Escape.You may have as little as two minutes to escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Everyday steps can create heroic results. Practice your home escape plan today. Visit firepreventionweek.org for more information on fire prevention and safety.

Join us for the annual Fire Prevention Week Pancake Breakfast and Open House:

Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Banff Fire Hall. Donations will be graciously accepted for the Bow Valley Food Bank.

Halloween is for Humans, Not Wildlife

Halloween is a time to have fun. Avoid creating a scary situation this Halloween by keeping your pumpkins away from wildlife. Pumpkins attract bears into town which can lead to conflict with people and pets, and that can be deadly – for you, your pet or the bear. Protect wildlife and keep Halloween jack o’ lanterns inside. For more info, visit banff.ca/wildlife.

Notice of Public Hearings

Bylaw 417 Hearing: Tuesday, October 15, 2 p.m.

The purpose of proposed Bylaw 417 is to permanently close the road located
on 514 Deer Street.

Bylaw 419 Hearing: Monday, October 28, 2 p.m.

The purpose of proposed Bylaw 419 is to correct an error in Schedule A of the Land Use Bylaw. Lot 4 of Block 2 is incorrectly identified as part of the Public Service District instead of the Commercial Downtown District.

Public Hearings provides an opportunity for the public to provide feedback to Council on a proposed bylaw.

Events This Week

Money 101

Tuesday, October 15

6 – 7 p.m.

A series of six, one-hour presentations on tips and tricks to make your money go further. Each week our financial experts will cover a different topic to help set you up for success. Attend as many session as you like. Lite refreshments will be served. Register at banff.ca/register to guarantee a spot. Sessions run weekly, ending on November 19.

Banff Ekiden Relay Race

Saturday, October 19

10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

This five-person relay race is held in Banff with all legs of the relay starting and finishing at the Cave & Basin. An overall distance of 42.2 km, with leg distances varying from 5 km to 11.5 km. Learn more at bethereraces.com.

First Aid Courses

Saturday & Sunday, October 19 – 20

9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Town of Banff offers a selection of first aid courses, including Standard First Aid, Emergency First Aid, and First Aid Re-certification. Register at banff.ca/register.

Canadian Citizenship Information Session

Tuesday, October 22

1 – 4 p.m.

This free session is for Permanent Residents of Canada who are interested in becoming Canadian Citizens. This session takes place at Banff Town Hall. Registration is required, contact: settlement.programmer@banff.ca or 403.762.1144. Free childcare and transportation available upon request.

Living in Canada as a Permanent Resident Session

Wednesday, October 30

6 – 9 p.m.

This is a free session for Permanent Residents or anyone who has already submitted a PR application. Learn about your rights and responsibilities, about no cost English Programs, health care in Canada, housing information, career opportunities and more! Session takes place at Banff Town Hall. Registration is required, contact: settlement.programmer@banff.ca or 403.762.1144. Free childcare and transportation available upon request.

Halloween Bonfire

Thursday, October 31

7 – 9 p.m.
Join us for this annual family-friendly Halloween event, sponsored by the Banff Firefighters Association in partnership with the Town of Banff. Enjoy free hot dogs and hot chocolate by the bonfire and enjoy the pyrotechnics show. Don't forget to wear your costumes!

Meetings

Public Hearing – Bylaw 417

Tuesday, October 15, 2 p.m., Council Chamber

Council

Tuesday, October 15, Following the Public Hearing, Council Chamber

Governance & Finance Committee

Monday, October 28, 9 a.m., Council Chamber

Visit banff.ca/agendacenter or subscribe to meeting agendas at banff.ca/notify.