Help find a solution to parking downtown

Residents, commuters and visitors are asked for feedback on a preliminary Parking Management Plan for Banff.

The proposal aims to make parking spaces more available in summer, by charging to park downtown and encouraging use of free spaces on the periphery. Parking would be free before 11 a.m. and after 8 p.m. and the first 30 minutes would be free anytime.

The proposed permit system would protect parking spaces in front of downtown homes for residents only.

Should residents get special consideration in user-pay parking downtown? Should the Town collect fees from visitors who use parking spaces paid for by residents’ taxes? What parts of the proposal should be changed to make it work for you?

Drop-in public input session 1:
• Cascade Shops, mall lower level, 317 Banff Avenue
• Saturday, November 30, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Drop-in public input session 2:
• Cascade Shops, mall lower level, 317 Banff Avenue
• Tuesday, December 3, 3:30 – 6 p.m.

Online Survey: BanffViewpoints.ca/parking.

Get your Banff Business on the Zero Waste Trail

Does the food waste diversion program at your business need a boost?

We can help. Zero Waste Banff is a program that empowers businesses to help eliminate garbage going to landfill by the year 2050.

Sign up your business for a free consultation and waste assessment today.

Visit BanffZeroWasteTrail.ca, email zerowaste@banff.ca, or call 403.762.1132.

Meetings

Governance & Finance Committee – Service Review

Monday, December 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Council Chamber
Wednesday, December 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Council Chamber
Monday, December 9, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Council Chamber

Visit banff.ca/servicereview.

Council

Monday, December 9, 2 p.m., Council Chamber

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

Events This Week

Live in Canada as a Permanent Resident Workshop

Tuesday, December 10
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Banff Town Hall

Are you a Permanent Resident of Canada or about to become a Permanent Resident of Canada. At this free session learn about your rights and responsibilities as a permanent resident, no cost English programs, health care in Canada, housing information, career opportunies and more. Registration required. Email settlement.programmer@banff.ca or call 403.762.1144.

Santas Anonymous Annual Fundraiser

Saturday, December 7

6 – 11 p.m.

Come out to this family friendly community event at the Royal Canadian Legion in Banff from 6 – 11 p.m. Silent/Live auctions and live music. Open to everyone – no admission charge. All proceeds go to Santas Anonymous a volunteer community-based program, dedicated to the relief of Banff and Lake Louise community members in financial need during the holiday season.

Canadian Citizenship Information Session

Tuesday, December 10

1 – 4 p.m.

Are you interested in becoming a Canadian Citizen? Find out the requirements and if you are eligible to become a Canadian Citizen. Registration required. Email settlement.programmer@banff.ca or call 403.762.1144. Free childcare and transportation available upon request.

BanffLIFE Intro to Ice Climbing

Thursday, December 19

Learn the basics of ice climbing, and get introduced to a new adventure. In a small group you’ll learn from some of the best climbers and guides in the Bow Valley. These guided programs are exclusively for 18 – 30 year olds living and working in Banff National Park. Transportation, and most equipment provided. No experience necessary. $120. Visit banff.ca/register.

Drawn to Nature

Friday, December 20
7 p.m.

Join us to celebrate the holiday season at the Banff Park Museum! In this seasonal special, participants ages 14+ of all levels of experience are invited to sketch and draw in this beginner-level drawing workshops offered by the Banff Centre. Explore a variety of materials and techniques in this facilitated class where conversation about the ways in which we interact with the cultural and geological landscapes of Banff National Park is encouraged. All materials are included. Learn more at banffcentre.ca/events.