The Essential Local's Guide to Banff - Spring/Summer 2018 by Town of Banff

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How to Register Call 4

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The enlands

Visit Banff Town Hall, 110 Bear Street am 4 p m , Monday to riday The Fenlands Recreation Centre, 100 Norquay Road am p m , Monday to riday a m 2 p m Saturday and Sunday May to September a m 2 p m Saturday and Sunday September to May The enlands does not accept registrations for daily childcare or Ban Access rogram applications Quote the red course code when registering

Registrations, Cancellations & Withdrawals Program Registrations All programs that feature this symbol re uire registration a minimum ve days prior to the start of the course unless otherwise indicated n some cases, you may register late for a program and pay a pro rated fee Discounts on Classes The Ban Access rogram o ers discounts to eligible residents for things like community classes, summer camps, bus passes, and more Visit ban ca access, stop by Town all, or in uire for eligibility criteria when registering Program Cancellations lasses that do not meet the minimum registration re uirements will be cancelled two business days prior to the program start date and a refund will be issued, unless otherwise stated Withdrawals & Refunds f you choose to withdraw from a program within ve business days of the start date, a administration fee will be applied f you choose to withdraw from a program after the start of the second class, no refund will be issued e cluding medical reasons

Classes & Programs • Drop In! • Active iving

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• Try-It Sports

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• Aquatics

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• Volunteer

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What Locals Need to Know

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• ew to Ban • inding a ob • ind A lace to all ome • ets • Report a roblem • et a ermit • istory eritage • laces Around Town • Recycling and Waste • et Rid of Big Stu • That Doesn t o Down the Drain • etting Around alk, Bike Roam • Street Sweeping

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Be Safe Out There

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Facilities & Grounds Rental Refunds If you provide written notice of cancellation 30 days from the date of rental, 75% of the rental payment will be refunded less a $25 administration fee (no refund within days ees on page 2

• mergency Alerts • rotect ildlife • mergency ontacts • Mountain Weather

Goods & Services Tax (GST)

Services in your Community

ST will be added to all programs, facility rentals and membership fees

Volunteers If you see the volunteer symbol it means that program or event is looking for volunteers

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• Ban Access ard • rograms and Resources • Money Management

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Community Events

DROP IN!

Drop In!

Drop-in Sports & Activities Class

Monday

Participants must be 16+ unless otherwise indicated. Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Sunday

March 1 to September 2 – 101 Bear St. Flow Yoga

7 – 8 p.m. (No class the fourth Tuesday of every month.) March 1 to May 28 – 101 Bear St.

A great, low-cost way to get active if you can’t commit to a weekly class o registration re uired Visit ban ca events for updates Children under 5

per visit

Free

Children aged 5 – 11

per visit

$3.75

Youth aged 12 – 17

per visit

Adults aged 18 – 64

per visit

$6.50

Seniors aged 65 – 80

per visit

$5.50

Super Senior Aged 80+

per visit

Free

Family*

per visit

$15

Shower (May to September)

per visit

* Family (up to 2 adults & their dependents residing in the same household)

Drop in and save

Drop-in membership card includes access to all drop-in sports, drop in tness classes and The enlands drop ins Membership cards are non-transferable and cannot be used towards preregistered programs urchase them at Town all, Bear Street or The enlands, or uay Road Children aged 5 – 11 Drop-in Membership

10 visits

$33.75

Youth aged 12 – 17 Drop-in Membership

10 visits

$36

Adults aged 18 – 64 Drop-in Membership

10 visits

$58.50

Seniors aged 65 – 80 Drop-in Membership

10 visits

$49.50

Family* Drop-in Membership

10 visits

$135

* Family (up to 2 adults & their dependents residing in the same household)

Drop-In Flow Yoga is a traditional approach to yoga that encourages breathing, e ibility, strength and vitality in the body while calming the mind o class the fourth Tuesday of every month Drop-In Vinyasa Yoga is a slower-paced yoga practice combined with longer holds in certain postures Drop-In Sound Bath Meditation is a transformative hour of sound and stillness with uartz crystal bowls Bring a blanket and pillow Drop-In Seniors Fitness focuses on cardiovascular, coordination, balance and core strength All abilities welcome Drop-In Indoor Sports Dodgeball, soccer, badminton and volleyball All abilities welcome lease bring indoor shoes Drop-in Outdoor Sports ltimate frisbee, touch football and skateboarding All abilities welcome Drop-In Gentle Yoga provides you with time to recharge and stretch your body and mind Drop-In Adult Roller Skating Skaters must be at least to participate Bring your inline roller skates or rent a pair Drop-In Public Roller Skating All ages and abilities welcome Bring your inline roller skates or rent a pair Drop-In Public Skating

All ages and abilities welcome

Drop-In Adult Shinny layers must be in shinny ull hockey gear is re uired Drop-In Youth Shinny hockey gear is re uired

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Soundbath Meditation Seniors Fitness

7 – 8 p.m. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. March 4 to May 31 – Banff High School

Open Sports Night Soccer

7 – 10 p.m. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Badminton

7 – 8 p.m. 7 – 9:30 p.m.

Volleyball

8 – 10 p.m. June 3 to June 24 – Recreation Grounds

Ultimate Frisbee Touch Football

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. July 8 to August 26 – Recreation Grounds

Skateboarding (Free)

10 – 11 a.m. March 1 to September 2 – The Fenlands Recreation Centre

Gentle Yoga (Free)

8 – 9 a.m.

Vinyasa Yoga

12 – 1 p.m. June to August 31 – The Fenlands Recreation Centre

Adult Roller Skating Public Roller Skating

7 – 9 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m.

6 – 8 p.m.

12 – 2 p.m.

April 1 to May 4 – The Fenlands Recreation Centre Public Skating Adult Shinny

3 – 5 p.m. 12 – 1:15 p.m.

2 – 3:30 p.m. 12 – 1:15 p.m.

Youth Shinny – under 12

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Youth Shinny – 13 – 17 years old

6:45 – 7:45 p.m. July 16 to August 31 – The Fenlands Recreation Centre

Public Skating Adult Shinny Youth Shinny

12 – 1:15 p.m. 12 – 1:15 p.m.

10 – 12 p.m.

12 – 1:15 p.m. 12 – 1:15 p.m.

ACTIVE LIVING & WELLNESS

Active Living & Wellness Tai Chi

reat for beginners or those who have practiced tai chi before ou will start at the beginning of the move set gaining balance, e ibility and strength at a comfortable pace or ages and up $120 AC-YO-TA-01

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Mondays & Wednesdays, 7 – 8:30 p.m. April 9 – June 4 (no class on May 21) The Fenlands

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Meditation for Health and Wellness

Meditation reduces stress, improves sleep and helps you manage pain or illness plore di erent types of meditation, mindful movement and breathing awareness earn simple practices to add to your daily routine and see the profound e ects it can have or ages and up $40 | AC-YO-ME-01 |

Wednesdays, 6 – 7 p.m. April 18 – May 23 The Fenlands

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Healing Yoga

This slow, gentle class focuses on mindful movement, blending healing elements from di erent styles of yoga to enhance well being and awareness reate a practice that opens and restores the body, while calming and refreshing the mind or ages and up

$58 AC-YO-HE-01

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Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. April 19 – May 24 The Fenlands

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Broga

Broga is ow yoga ust for men All levels welcome earn basic poses and focus on safe alignment Variations are o ered for di erent levels of strength and e ibility, and can be ad usted to accommodate minor in uries or ages and up $100 AC-YO-BR-01

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Thursdays, 6 – 7 p.m. April 19 – June 21 The Fenlands

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Yoga In Japanese

This yoga class is taught in apanese earn how to clear your mind and be present to deepen your practice Try ow, yin, yin yang, and ashtanga yoga practices during this eight week program or ages and up 日本語のヨガクラスヨガは自分のいまの身体に向き合うことで、心身共にのびやかになり、自信を育てます。英語のヨガクラスでの分かりづらかった用語などのプレッシャーも減り、リラックス効果がアップします。このコースは4つのスタイルのヨガを各2回ずつ、全8 回で:フロー/アシュタンガヨガ/陰ヨガ/リストラティヴィヨガにチャレンジできます。自分に合うヨガを探求して究極の解放感を！

$63 AC-YO-JA-01

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Introductory River Canoeing

Mondays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. April 23 – June 25 101 Bear Street

nhance your skills on the river and develop a better understanding of canoe trip basics The emphasis will be on safe river travel in a variety of scenarios or ages and up articipants ages must be accompanied by an adult Must bring your own canoe and safety e uipment Details provided when registering

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Run Forest Run

radually build your strength and stamina in this running course that will teach you the basics of creating a personal running program earn proper stretching, strengthening techni ues, nutrition and in ury prevention ach session includes a group run on a mi of roads and trails ou must be able to og comfortably in ve minute intervals or ages and up $120 AC-OU-RU-01

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$130 AC-OU-RI-01

Intermediate River Canoeing

Ideal for those who have already taken a river canoeing course, feel comfortable canoeing in class I to II+ water, and want to enhance their skills or ages and up articipants ages must be accompanied by an adult Must bring your own canoe and safety e uipment Details provided when registering

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Run with Friends

Run on a mi of roads and trails with others who en oy the sport reat for anyone who has participated in a running class before, or already runs twice a week or ages and up |

101 Bear Street

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Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. April 24 – June 5

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Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. April 26 – June 7

$130 AC-OU-RI-02

Classroom Session Thursday, June 7, 7 – 9 p.m. The Fenlands Water Sessions, Saturday & Sunday June 9 – 10, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tunnel Tuesdays

Beginner Mountain Biking for Women

$244 | AC-OU-WO-01 |

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............................................................................................................................... earn proper techni ues and build con dence in a fun, encouraging environment Bring your bike and learn about body positioning, braking, picking the right line and more or ages and up

Classroom Session Thursday, May 31, 7 – 9 p.m. The Fenlands Water Sessions, Saturday & Sunday, June 2 – 3, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. April 24 – June 7 101 Bear Street

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ike Tunnel Mountain with a group and get some e ercise while making new friends or ages 4 and up ou can register for a single day or for all the hikes Register by noon the Monday before each hike Free TT

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Tuesdays, 2 – 4 p.m. June 5 – September 25 Town Hall

Mondays, 6:15 – 8:45 p.m. May 14 – June 11 Tunnel Mountain Reservoir

ACTIVE LIVING & WELLNESS

TRY-IT SPORTS Try T-Ball

Kids will learn T ball fundamentals, basic skills, rules and more or ages Free AC-TR-TB-01

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Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. May 26 Recreation Grounds

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Try Slo-pitch

Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue earn safe travel techni ues on glaciers Topics include roping up for the glacier, route nding, leadership in the mountains and crevasse rescue techni ues articipants should have some previous outdoor hiking and scrambling e perience ocation and times are determined when it’s safe to travel or ages and up Must register at least 4 days before start date $278 AC-OU-GL-01

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Thursday & Friday June 14 & 15

airway management, bleeding control and in ury prevention Occupational ealth Safety approved or ages and up $100

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Traditional Rock Climbing Skills

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

earn how to lead traditional rock climbs, proper gear placement, anchor building, belay techni ues and more articipants should have some outdoor sport climbing leading e perience ocation and times are determined when it’s safe to travel or ages and up Must register at least 4 days before start date $105 AC-OU-TR-01

Sunday, June 24

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Peyto – Bow Glacier Trip

Traverse the north end of the Wapta Icefield and stay overnight in the hyte ut along the way This two day trip is a great introduction to mountaineering techni ues articipants should have previous backpacking e perience or ages and up Must register at least 4 days before start date $289 AC-OU-PE-01

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Saturday & Sunday September 8 & 9

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Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

earn life support skills for the emergency responder reat for those who may e perience delay times prior to the arrival of emergency services, or who work in an industrial or highrisk setting Occupational ealth Safety approved or ages and up $130

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9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Fenlands Saturday & Sunday, April 28 – 29 Tuesday & Wednesday, May 8 – 9 Saturday & Sunday, June 2 – 3 Tuesday & Wednesday, July 10 – 11 Saturday & Sunday, August 25 – 26

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Big Red Ride

Ride around on a four seater adaptive bike ully ad ustable, power-assisted pedaling complete with comfortable seats and back support ed by an e perienced driver from the rimary are etwork or all ages all 4 or email info bowvalleypcn ca to reserve a seat Free

earn basic life support skills you can use while you wait for emergency responders ocus is on casualty assessment,

9 a.m. – 5 p.m The Fenlands Saturday, April 28 Tuesday, May 8 Saturday, June 2 Tuesday, July 10 Saturday, August 25

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. June 5 – September 27 Tuesdays at Cascade House Thursdays at Town Hall

Try-It Sports A free or low cost way to get out and try a new sport or activity All e uipment and instruction is provided Registration re uired for all

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Try Gymnastics

perience recreational gymnastics and its role in the development of physical literacy and body awareness Try out the gym e uipment and finish with stretching Free

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Friday, March 23 St. George-in-the-Pines Anglican Church Ages 4 – 6, 4 – 4:40 p.m. Ages 7 – 10, 5 – 5:50 p.m. Ages 11 – 14, 6 – 6:50 p.m. Ages 15 & up, 7 – 7:50 p.m.

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Try Lacrosse

Run, pass, catch and have a great time with friends while you learn anada’s national summer sport This program introduces basic skills and rules Free

Thursday, May 17 The Fenlands

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Ages 5 – 8, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. Ages 9 – 12, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Slo pitch is a great combination of a workout and social sport Try out catching, throwing and hitting or ages and up Free AC-TR-SP-01

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Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. May 28 Recreation Grounds

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Try Hiking – Family

oin ynda ianosi, author of Take a Hike with Your Children, on this half-day hike to learn the basics of having fun on local trails with your children or all ages $5 AC-TR-FA-01 AC-TR-FA-02

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9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, June 2 Tuesday, June 5 Town Hall

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Try Skateboarding

earn to use your skateboard for transportation or playing in the park nformation about e uipment and eti uette provided or ages and up Free AC-TR-SK-01

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Sunday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. June 3 Recreation Grounds

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Try Hiking

oin the nterpretive uides Association on this half day hike to learn the basics of hiking and being safe on local trails or ages and up $5 AC-TR-HI-01

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Monday, 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. June 25 Town Hall

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Try Lake Canoeing

earn everything from launching a canoe in the water to paddling skills et safety tips while going through e ercises, drills and games or ages and up articipants ages must be accompanied by an adult Free AC-TR-LC-01

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Tuesday, 6 – 9 p.m. June 26 Two Jack Lake

AQUATICS

Aquatics Banff Centre Public Swims Sally Borden itness and Recreation is home to a 2 metre pool, a hot tub, a wading pool and a steam room ife ackets are provided at no charge ou can rent towels, purchase swim diapers and other a uatic accessories ublic swims are supported in part by the Town of Ban or more on swimming programs, call 4 2 4 or visit ban centre ca

Free Public Swim Free

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1 – 4 p.m. All ages Last Sunday of the month

Drop-in Public Swim Rates

ou can also purchase a membership or pay a non membership day rate to gain access to the pool, climbing wall, tness centre and gymnasium $5.50 $3.50

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Adults Seniors (60+) and youth (5-15)

Public Swims (lifeguard on duty) April 1 – June 30 | |

Monday – Friday, 4 – 6 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays, 1 – 8 p.m.

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Monday – Sunday, 1 – 8 p.m.

Swimming Lessons

The Sally Borden o ers all Red ross swim levels, from pre school to Swim Kids evel Registration in Red ross Swim program varies depending on age, skill pro ciency, previous e perience and readiness rograms are broken down into Swim reschool animals and Swim Kids numbers See below for the details on what is taught in each level

Red Cross Swim Kids

RED CROSS SWIM PRESCHOOL

The minimum age is 5 yrs, and successful completion of the previous level is a re uirement Level 1 Develop front and back oats, front and back glides, utter kick assisted , shallow water entries and e its, and swim metres

Red Cross Swim Preschool

reschooler’s progress through the lower levels based on participation and age reschoolers aged move through the upper levels based on skill evaluation Starfish 4 2 months with caregivers ork on getting wet, buoyancy, movement, front, back and vertical position in the water, shallow entries and e its Duck 2 yrs (with caregivers) Work on rhythmic breathing, movement, forward and back oat with recovery, and shallow water entries and e its Sea Turtle 2 yrs with caregivers ork on submersion, front and back oats and glides, umping into water assisted , kicking and front swim Sea Otter yrs ork on front and back oats and glides, kicking with buoyant ob ect, and will be able to swim metre Salamander yrs passed Sea Otter ork on improving oats, umping into chest deep water unassisted, kicking and gliding on front and back, and will be able to swim 2 metres Sun Fish yrs passed Salamander ork on kicking and can glide on their front back, enter deep water, oat in deep water, swim with a D, and swim metres Crocodile yrs passed Sun ish Development of front back glides with kick, front back swim, umping into deep water, swim with a D in deep water, swim metres Whale yrs passed rocodile ncreased distance of front back glides with kick, increased distance front back swim, learn the sitting dive, swim metres continuously

Level 2 earn front and back glide with utter kick, develop front swim, complete deep-water activities (assisted), and swim metres continuously Level 3 ncrease distance on front and back glides with utter kick, perform unassisted utter kick, wear a D in deep water, oat in deep water, and swim metres continuously Level 4 earn back swim with shoulder roll and front crawl m , work on back utter kick, perform kneeling dive, introduction to skulling, and swim 2 metres continuously

RED CROSS SWIM KIDS

Starfish

Level 1

Duck

Level 2

Sea Turtle

Level 3

Sea Otter

Level 4

Salamander

Level 5

Sunfish

Level 6

Crocodile

Level 7

Whale

Level 8 Level 9

Level 5 Develop front crawl (15m), learn back crawl (15m) and whip kick on back, learn stride dive and treading water, perform head rst skulling on back, and swim metres continuously Level 6 ront and back crawl 2 m , learn elementary back stroke (15m), learn dolphin kick, tread water in deep water, perform front dive, and swim metres continuously

Level 10

LEGEND

Completed or Incompleted Completed Incompleted

Level 7 ront and back crawl m , elementary back stroke (25m), learn front skull, whip kick on front, and dolphin kick, learn stride entry, and swim metres continuously

BASED ON PERSONAL INTEREST AND GOAL SETTING

Level 8, 9 & 10 ront and back crawl m , elementary back stroke (25 - 50m), learn breast stroke (15 - 50m), sidestroke 2 m , tread water, feet rst surface, head rst surface dive with underwater swim, standing shallow dive, perform dolphin kick, and swim meters continuously If your child is ready to move from the preschool to swim kids use the charts to the right to determine which level to progress to Still unsure of what level to register your child into all the Sally Borden to book your free swim assessment

ADULT & TEEN LESSONS

Adult & Teen Swim Basics 1, Basic swimming skills Adult & Teen Swim Basics 2, Introduction to strokes Adult & Teen Swim Strokes, Swimming strokes Adult & Teen Swim Sports, Lifetime swimming fitness

LANGUAGES, ARTS & FOODS

Languages, Arts & Foods Guitar & Strings Learning Group

uitars, mandolins, ban os all string instrument players are welcome to oin the group earn theory and chords while e perimenting with di erent picking styles and strumming or ages and up $38 | CP-MU-GU-01 |

Tuesdays, 6 – 7 p.m. April 10 – May 15 Banff Canmore Community Foundation

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Beginner Ukulele

earn the basics of the ukulele in this class and start playing some tunes or ages and up $23 | CP-MU-UK-01 |

Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6 p.m. April 10 – May 15 St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church

Beginner Plus Ukulele

This class is the ne t step to building on what you’ve learned in Beginner kulele reat for anyone who knows chords and beginner songs or ages and up $30 | CP-MU-UK-02 |

Tuesdays, 6:15 – 7 p.m. April 10 – May 15 St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church

Music Jam Sessions

f you play the guitar, ban o, ukulele or any other stringed instrument, you’re welcome to oin in this am session or ages and up $25 | CP-MU-MU-01 |

Tuesdays, 7:15 – 8:15 p.m. April 10 – May 15 St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church

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Magic: The Gathering

oin fellow Magic The athering players, or learn the game while en oying hotdogs and sandwiches ards and instruction provided All ages welcome Free

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Last Thursday of every month, 5 – 9 p.m. March – June 101 Bear Street

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Hiking Fuel

This cooking class focuses on preparing easy whole-food snacks that provide you with the energy needed for day-trip hiking adventures All food, instruction and recipes provided or ages and up Register at least days prior to the start of the class $60 CR-CO-PR-01

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Thursday, 6:30 – 9 p.m. June 7 Banff Community High School

Ikebana Floral Design – Beginner

CR-GA-GA-03

kebana is the apanese art of ower arrangement t’s more than putting owers in a container it’s a disciplined art form where nature and humanity are brought together reate a ne art oral design with living branches, leaves, grasses, and blossoms or ages and up $175 CR-AR-IK-01

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Sunday, 12 – 2 p.m. April 15 101 Bear Street

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Gardening Series

Learn how to prepare and plan your summer garden. For ages 16 and up.

Transplanting, Tools and Techniques

earn how to transplant your seedlings and techni ues on direct seeding, plus how to grow later into the season elpful notes for growing popular veggies will be provided $20 CR-GA-GA-01

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Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. April 19 101 Bear Street

$20 CR-GA-GA-04

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Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. July 19 101 Bear Street

Pickling & Canning

earn how to preserve and can fresh local bounty for delicious eating during the long winter months ou’ll also learn how to harvest and cure garlic $20 CR-GA-GA-05

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Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. August 16 101 Bear Street

$20 CR-GA-GA-06

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Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. September 20 101 Bear Street

ermenting fresh produce is a great way to provide good nutrition year round After learning about fermenting, you will learn about indoor micro greens and how you can grow them

ith e amples of di erent watering set ups, you’ll learn good irrigation practices for your garden $20

earn about weeds and pests, and how they a ect garden ecologies, so you can manage them while respecting the natural environment This workshop covers how plants grow, how to harvest and how to manage greenhouse crops

Indoor Micro Greens and Fermenting

Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. May 17 101 Bear Street

Water Management

Weed & Pest Management

Make use of the fruits you’ve grown this summer and learn how to make ams and ellies et tips on winterizing your garden, when and how to plant bulbs

et a rm understanding of what soil is and how to work with the billions of micro organisms contained within it On soil appreciation day, you’ll establish a solid foundation for one of the planet’s most underrated resources | |

June 21 101 Bear Street

Planting, Jamming & Winterizing

Soil Appreciation Day

$20 CR-GA-GA-02

$20 CR-GA-GA-07

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Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m. October 18 101 Bear Street

Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

LANGUAGES, ARTS & FOODS

Beginner Spanish

earn the basics of conversational Spanish, and how to read, write and speak the language or ages and up $110 CP-LL-SP-01

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 – 8 p.m. April 3 – April 26 Banff Community High School

English Language Learning

Beginner and intermediate courses are available to improve your nglish language skills A certi cate will be provided to all students who attend or more of the classes or ages and up $120

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7 – 9 p.m. April 17 – May 24 Banff Community High School

ontact the Bow Valley earning ouncil at 4 2 4 or bowvalleylearning ca to register for nglish and rench language classes

Beginner French

earn rench grammar, vocabulary and basic conversation skills or ages and up $110

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Wednesdays, 7 – 9 p.m. April 18 – June 6 Banff Community High School

ontact the Bow Valley earning ouncil at 4 2 4 or bowvalleylearning ca to register for nglish and rench language classes

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Drop-in Classes & Programs

Membership cards can be used for the drop-in programs shown on the chart on page o registration is required for these drop-in classes, so come by when your schedule allows and try something new

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New Classes Added Online

ooking for something else ew classes are regularly added online at ban ca classes heck back often for new programs or class updates

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Teach a Class or Program

The Town of Ban is always looking for passionate, uali ed e perts who have a great idea for a program and want to share their skills mail recreation ban ca with your ideas or to learn more

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Community Café

ook for the community caf bo in most Ban caf s They are full of easy games, mindful colouring pages and pens ome with friends or meet new people, everyone welcome

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Banff Access Program

The Town of Ban o ers discounts to residents on children’s camps, public skating, bus passes and classes through the Ban Access rogram earn more at Town all or ban ca access

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Monday Lunch

utritious, delicious and a ordable whole food cooking classes ncludes a starter, main and dessert, plus a full meal to take home or ages and up Must register at least days before start date $40 CR-CO-HE-01 CR-CO-HE-02

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Mondays, 12 – 1 p.m. April 2 – August 6

TED Talks

............................................................................................................................... Nordic poling, also known as Nordic walking, combines an upper body technique similar to cross-country skiing, giving you a full body workout uipment available ou must register by the riday before For ages 55 and up Free | Mondays, 1 – 4 p.m. UR-PO-MAY14 | May 14 UR-PO-JUN11 | June 11 UR-PO-JUN25 | June 25 UR-PO-JUL16 | July 16 UR-PO-AUG27 | August 27 UR-PO-SEP10 | September 10 UR-PO-SEP24 | September 24

et together with friends over lunch very rst and third Monday of the month is held at a local restaurant and the second and fourth Monday lunch is at Bear Street or ages and up at Bear Street, or pay what you order on restaurant days Transportation provided all 4 2 2 to reserve a spot on the bus

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Wednesdays, 1:30 – 4 p.m. April 11 & 25 May 9 & 30 101 Bear Street

Nordic Poling

August 30 September 13 September 27

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Healthy Kitchen

UR-PO-AUG30 | UR-PO-SEP13 | UR-PO-SEP27 |

T D Talks are in uential videos from e pert speakers on education, business, technology and creativity ercise your mind once a month and view a selection of talks or ages and up Free

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Wednesdays, 1:30 – 3 p.m. April 18, May 16, June 20, September 19 101 Bear Street

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SENIORS WEEK IS JUNE 4 – 8 MONDAY

BBQ in the Norquay Shelter Recreation Grounds, 12 – 1 p.m.

TUESDAY

Tunnel Tuesday, meet at 2 p.m. St. Julien parking lot and hike Tunnel Mountain

WEDNESDAY

Community Services Seniors Appreciation BBQ, 12 – 1 p.m., 101 Bear Street, Pioneer Room, followed by carpet bowling

THURSDAY

Community Table, 12 – 1 p.m. 101 Bear Street, Pioneer Room

FRIDAY

Banff Seniors vs. Banff Elementary School Seniors Baseball game, 10:30 a.m. Location to be announced

BanffLIFE

NON-PROFITVOLUNTEER SUPPORT

BanffLIFE Movies Under the Stars

venings start with music and once it’s dark enough, the movie begins on a big outdoor screen There’s a concession stand with popcorn and hot drinks or all ages Free

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Mondays, 8 p.m. to late July 30 – August 27 Central Park

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DJ and Play in the Park

Volunteer Intro to Rock Climbing

earn the basics of rock climbing led by local climbers certi ed with the Association of anadian Mountain uides Transportation, guide and most e uipment provided or ages $90 AC-BL-RO-01 AC-BL-RO-02 AC-BL-RO-03 AC-BL-RO-04

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8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, May 31 Monday, June 18 Tuesday, July 3 Tuesday, August 21

entral ark comes alive with games, activities, a BB and D This is a family friendly event ancelled if raining All ages

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ollow a certi ed guide along the iron road up a m rock face north of ake ouise Designed for people of all e perience levels Transportation, guide and all e uipment provided or ages

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Wednesdays, 6 – 8 p.m. July 4 – August 29 Central Park

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Hiking Trips

oin a guided hike to meet new people and get active in a fun environment or ages $30 AC-BL-HI-01 AC-BL-HI-02 AC-BL-HI-03 AC-BL-HI-04 AC-BL-HI-05 AC-BL-HI-06

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Thursdays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. June 14 June 28 July 12 July 26 August 9 August 23

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Overnight Hut Trips

oin Ban ut osts as they head into the backcountry and en oy various Alpine lub of anada huts Dates and times are determined when it’s safe to travel or ages

Via Ferrata

$100 AC-BL-VI-01 AC-BL-VI-02 AC-BL-VI-03 AC-BL-VI-04

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, May 10 Tuesday, June 5 Tuesday, July 17 Monday, August 13

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Summits and Scrambles

erti ed Association of anadian Mountain uides lead you to the top of ascade Mountain, Mount Rundle or Mount Temple or ages $75 AC-BL-SU-RUNDLE $75 AC-BL-SU-CASCAD $100 AC-BL-SU-TEMJ24 $100 AC-BL-SU-TEMA7 $100 AC-BL-SU- TEMA21

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Mount Rundle, June 26 Cascade Mountain, July 10 Mount Temple, July 24 Mount Temple, August 7 Mount Temple, August 21

Volunteering is a rewarding way to give back to the community and make new friends A list of all volunteer opportunities are on ban ca and facebook com volunteerban Town of Ban volunteer opportunities include:

Mentor a Student

The Bow Valley Mentor rogram aims to make a di erence in the life of an elementary school or high school student t’s a one hour commitment once a week during the school day

Roots of Empathy

This is a classroom based program that teaches human development, emotional literacy, and nurtures the growth of empathy in elementary school children The program is looking for parents and their new babies to visit the Ban lementary School once a month throughout the school year

Canada Day

The biggest day of the year in Ban needs lots of volunteers to make it a success elp with an activity, assist with the parade, or set up for uly

Community Connections

elp a new resident settle into the community As a volunteer, you will engage with a new resident over a four-month period to chat and share community resources and activities ommunity connections ban ca

Bow Valley Food Alliance

A network of community members and agencies committed to sharing resources to improve access to healthy and a ordable food 4 2 2 4 or Bowvalleyfoodalliance gmail com

Non-Profit Skills Bank

The bank connects skilled volunteers with non pro t and community groups needing short term help Support could include strategic plan development, nance, board roles, policies, grant writing and fundraising, hosting special events, volunteer program development, marketing and communications 4 2 2 4 ommunity Development at the Town of Ban can also help with your non pro t organization or community group

Income Tax Preparation

elp members of the community prepare their ta es Special attention is given to eligible seniors, service sector workers and people with disabilities

Bow Valley Immigration Partnership

A collaborative community initiative dedicated to building a welcoming community and improving immigrant integration 4 4 or bvipartnership com

Community Resources

In addition to all the great things to see and do in Ban , there are lots of resources available to help you settle in, connect and become involved in the community f there’s something you can’t nd, stop by Town all, Bear Street, call 4 2 2 or 2 for community social services, or visit ban ca heretohelp

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Children & Youth School-Year Programs

Registration for the current school year is open Registration for September 2 opens une 2

Out-of-School Club (Grade K – 6)

The Out of School lub is a provincially licensed and accredited program o ering innovative childcare during the school year .............................................................................................

Into The Wild (Grades 1 – 6)

An outdoor, nature-based program where students learn tracking, cooking, crafting and developing outdoor skills while building a relationship with the outdoors ed by uali ed sta who specialize in outdoor and environmental education Hours of Operation for Out-of-School Club & Into the Wild

Regular school days: 3 – 6 p.m.

Holidays & breaks: 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Teachers convention: 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

PD Fridays: (Grades 1 – 6): 12 – 6 p.m.

PD Fridays (Kindergarten): 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

No program on statutory holidays

Mountain Adventurers (Grades 4 – 7)

Mountains Adventurers is an outdoor activity program where students go canoeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, cross country skiing and more ed by uali ed sta who specialize in outdoor recreation This program is generously supported by the auw oundation ollows anadian Rockies ublic School alendar $5 per day

PD Fridays, 12 – 4 p.m.

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Get Out (Grades 7 – 10)

et Out drop in sports night o ers a fun, safe space for youth to play in a variety of non competitive sports articipants help set the night’s agenda, choosing their sports and activities or simply ust hanging out Snacks and beverages plus small giveaways are part of the evening ollows anadian Rockies ublic School alendar Free

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Free

Mondays – Thursdays, 3 – 6 p.m. September – June Banff Canmore Community Foundation

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Optional Overnight Campouts $80 + day rate | $100 + day rate |

Residents Non-Residents

Motoring Munchkins

oin us on Saturdays throughout the school year where your little ones can meet friends, have active play, and ‘motor’ about in the gymnasium arent participation re uired or ages

Youth Camps (Grades 7 – 10)

$2 per day

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Saturdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m. October – May Banff Community High School

et outside, get dirty and play hard These weeklong camps o er backpacking trips, paintball, canoeing and more Residents Non-Residents Mondays – Fridays, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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Summer Programs

Specialty Camps

rom wilderness skills to arts and drama, our Specialty amps o er something for everyone Di erent camps are o ered each week Details are available in late spring

Registration opens April 18 for summer children and youth programs

Summer Fun (Grade 1– 6)

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Our popular Summer un day camps o er uality child care and fun, memorable e periences that last a lifetime $42 $56

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Lacrosse for Kids

Run, pass, catch and have a great time with friends while you learn anada’s national summer sport This program will teach the basic skills, rules, fair play and teamwork all while having fun

Residents Non-Residents

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NEW! The Basement – Youth Drop-In (Grades 7 – 10) The Basement is a youth drop in centre at the Ban anmore ommunity oundation t’s a space where young people can come hang out, play games, do homework, work on art pro ects, create music, or ust socialize There are board games, foosball, a shu eboard table, instruments, books, i i and popcorn machine There will also be weekly activities rock climbing, skateboarding, bowling and more ealthy snacks available daily This program is generously supported by the auw oundation

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Mondays – Fridays, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. July 2 – August 31 No program on statutory holidays Banff Elementary School

$20 AC-FI-LA-01 AC-FI-LA-02

| Thursdays, May 24 – June 28 | Ages 5 – 8, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. | Ages 9 – 12, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | The Fenlands

Extended Program $47 $66

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Residents Non-Residents Mondays – Fridays, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Into the Wild Family Nature Walks nto the ild amily ature alks are outdoor, nature based programs for families with young children This program focuses on building the family’s relationship to the outdoors, developing outdoor skills and knowledge while walking local trails or ages 2 with parents $5 AC-OU-IN-JUNE AC-OU-IN-JULY AC-OU-IN-AUG AC-OU-IN-SEP

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Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. June 17 July 15 August 19 September 16

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Bow Valley Parent Link Bow Valley arent ink o ers free programs and services supporting families with children years of age with a focus on early childhood development and care, parent education, information and referrals, family support and development screening or program details, call 4 2 or email parentlinkcanmore canmore ca

Family Connections Stay & Play Drop-In Hours Free

Stroller Walks

Stroller walks are the perfect activity to get outside, meet other parents and burn calories while engaging your baby with the world around you or while your baby has a nap alks end at a local co ee shop or all ages Free

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Wednesday, 9:30 – 11 a.m. April 4 – August 29 Town Hall

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Birthday Parties at The Fenlands

The enlands o ers hassle free birthday parties for busy parents ust bring the kids and the cake, The enlands sta will do the rest: setting up, providing goodie bags and entertaining the kids with music, games and more arties include one hour at the birthday table and one hour of skating (roller or ice or use of the bouncy castle ow includes healthy meal options Di erent party themes available All ages $200 $275 $325

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2 – 11 attendees 12 – 20 attendees 21 – 30 attendees

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Wednesdays, 1 – 3:45 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 9 – 11:45 a.m. 101 Bear Street

Gearing up for Kindergarten

ntering kindergarten can be a big change for parents and children earn how to prepare yourself and your preschooler at this program which includes time in the classroom, parent education sessions and take away activities or children entering kindergarten in 2 hildcare provided for siblings Free

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Wednesdays, 5 – 6:30 p.m. April 18 – May 30 Banff Elementary School

Family & Community Support Services safeTALK Suicide

Family Wellness & Support

Services are provided to school-aged children, youth and their parents Reasons for referral include support for social and emotional well-being, family school liaison services, information and referral services .............................................................................................

Parenting After Separation

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arenting after separation or divorce can be challenging The Town of Ban wants to help you and your family ad ust and cope with this ma or change in your lives Visit ban ca for more information on supporting your children through this difcult time, legal issues to consider, fre uently asked uestions and more .............................................................................................

Grief Recovery Information Session

This support group helps you address your old beliefs about dealing with loss, which losses have a ected your life, and helps you take actions on unresolved emotions still causing you pain This is not a drop in group, but is taken in an eight week group setting led by a certi ed grief recovery specialist Reading and writing assignments are part of the process All materials provided 4 2

safeTA K Suicide alert training teaches you about warning signs indicating the risk of suicide The workshop emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs, communicating with the person at risk, and getting help resources The safeTA K workshop is a three hour certi cation course led by a certi ed safeTA K instructor 4 2

ASIST

AS ST is Applied Suicide ntervention Skills Training This two-day course will train you to intervene with someone who is suicidal This is an intensive, interactive and practice dominated course designed to help you recognize and review risk and intervene to prevent the immediate risk of suicide ed by a certi ed AS ST instructor 4 2 .............................................................................................

Community Helpers

This one-day workshop in mental health awareness and suicide prevention is funded by Alberta ealth Services The program teaches you how to help someone in your life e periencing a mental health issue and introduces you to free resources in the Bow Valley so you can refer them to the appropriate place

FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

FAMILY SOCIAL &WELL-BEING COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

• Orientation program for new students • Summer nglish language and physical activity program or more information, contact 4 2 4 settlement support ban ca facebook com settlement services in the bow valley rograms are funded by mmigration, Refugees and itizenship anada

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Foreign Workers in the Bow Valley

Immigrant Support

If you are in anada as a foreign worker on a abour Market Impact Assessment work permit, on an International perience anada work permit, a ost raduate work permit, or any other work permit, and you live anywhere in the region, you can access free and con dential services including workshops, document assistance, community integration and information about permanent residence

Workshops and Events

Information Sessions

orkshops are o ered on an ongoing basis and include

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iving in anada as a ermanent Resident

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anadian itizenship

Sessions are for foreign nationals with work permits Topics include work permits, visitor records, study permits, options for permanent residence, your rights and responsibilities and more

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• Ad usting to ife in anada

Settlement Services in the Bow Valley • Support for ermanent Residents of anada, live in caregivers, refugees, and foreign workers transitioning to ermanent Resident status • All services are free and con dential • Serving Ban , anmore, ake ouise, and Kananaskis • Services are available no matter how long you have lived in anada • Individual, family, or group appointments and workshops • •

ounselling services available onnecting immigrants with a broad range of services and resources to help with settlement and integration in the community

Passport to Settlement in Canada

Meet with Settlement Services and receive your own assport to Settlement in anada The passport will guide you through important steps to reach your settlement goals and achieve success in anada ou will complete important tasks, network and learn more about your community in prizes along the way and celebrate the completion of your passport at a special community event

Connect to Language Guide

ind out about the opportunities available in the Bow Valley to improve your nglish language skills nglish language skills are key to achieving success in anada ick up a copy at Ban Town all or the anmore ivic entre or download from ban ca

Connect to Health Guide

earn more about healthcare services and resources available in the Bow Valley nderstanding and using healthcare services in anada is important for you ick up a copy at Ban Town all or download from ban ca

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amily Sponsorship

Options for Permanent Residency Sessions

ultural Awareness reparation

press ntry, Alberta mmigrant ominee rogram and others): This session is for foreign nationals who wish to stay in anada permanently earn more about eligibility criteria and which option s you could ualify for

• Other specialized workshops ree transportation and childcare upon re uest

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Schooling in Canada Support

orkshops are o ered on an ongoing basis and include

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lanning before family arrives in anada

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• Ongoing student, parent and school sta support • Afterschool programming •

eadership training program

or more information, contact tfw ban ca facebook com foreignworkersbowvalley

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Community Connections in the Bow Valley

f you are new to the Bow Valley, ommunity onnections volunteers can help you learn more about the community and introduce you to longer term residents our onnector will help you settle in the Bow Valley, share community resources and services, take part in community activities, and help you develop new social networks 4 4 44

WHAT LOCALS NEED TO KNOW

WHAT LOCALS NEED TO KNOW Housing Developments The Town of Ban is building an apartment comple on oyote ane called Ti’nu t’s scheduled to be complete mid 2 Rental applications are available at Town all, or online The Town is also looking at building housing at 4 to ave Avenue

Pets

What Locals Need to Know New to Banff

f you’re new, you’ll nd some great information below about the basics of Ban f you want to know more about anything in this book or can’t nd something here, check ban ca for more information, visit Ban Town all, Bear Street, or call 4 2 2

Finding a Job

irst things rst nding a ob in Ban arger employers post ob opportunities on their own websites and smaller stores will put help wanted signs in windows • Visit the ob Resource entre at 4 Marten Street Services are available in nglish and rench free of charge They have a ob board and o er resume writing, career coaching, and more They also have details on upcoming hiring fairs earn more at obresourcecentre com •

ocal restaurants and hotels are members of the Ban ake ouise ospitality Association, which maintains a ob board at bllha ca

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ob opportunities with the Town of Ban are listed at ban ca ou can register for email or te t noti cations when a new ob is posted

Find A Place to Call Home

Ban has special rules about who can live here To live in Ban , you need to work in Ban t’s a arks

Dogs and cats need to be licensed ees support the o leash dog park, stocking doggie bag dispensers, and the animal shelter icenses also help us return lost pets to their owners ban maps ca petconnect icense applications are available online or at Town all Off-Leash Dog Park Dogs must be on a leash at all times in town and in the national park, but they can run free at the o leash dog park on awk Avenue, opposite the Town’s Operations o ce 2 awk Ave t’s fully fenced, has parking and is open during daylight hours

Town Council

anada regulation called eligible residency t’s in place to ensure housing is available to people in the community and not used as vacation properties, but, it’s still tough to nd a place to live

The Town of Ban is governed by an elected council made up of a mayor and si councillors who serve a four year term ouncil meetings are open to the public and are typically held the second and fourth Monday of each month at 2 p m

ord of mouth is still one of the best ways to nd a place in Ban Some landlords don’t list their properties for rent, but rely on recommendations Tell everyone you know you’re looking and spread the word ou can also check out:

Report a Problem

ave a broken streetlight in your neighbourhood A new pothole An illegally parked car Report it to the Town of Ban through our online system, Action Re uest ban ca action

• Bow Valley ome inder on acebook facebook com bowvalleyhome nder •

roperty management companies like Asset West)

Get a Permit or License

KA and

If you’re opening a home business or starting a construction pro ect, you need a permit ermits ensure any changes meet the town’s design standards and neighbourhood characteristics ban ca permit

• Real estate agents that manage rentals •

ocal newspapers, the Rocky Mountain Outlook and the Bow Valley rag anyon

• Ban

Development in your Neighbourhood The Development ermit Viewer is an online interactive map that shows you what development pro ects are under review in your neighbourhood, and who to contact to nd out more about them ban ca development

anmore Ki i i ban ki i i ca

Tenants and Landlords andlord and tenant rights in Alberta can be di erent from other provinces and countries As a tenant, you should educate yourself on your rights and responsibilities when renting a home or apartment, including legal rights and health safety

History & Heritage

Those blue plaques you see around town highlight some of the historic homes and buildings in Ban But that’s not all there is to Ban ’s history e have a rich heritage as the birthplace of the anadian national parks system See how much you can learn about Ban ’s great stories, landmarks and legends

Banff Housing Corporation The Ban ousing orporation o ers price restricted and equity share homes for sale, as well as rental properties Photo Credit: Travel Alberta/John Gibson

WHAT LOCALS NEED TO KNOW

Photo Credit: Travel Alberta

Places Around Town The Fenlands

The enlands Recreation entre is home to two arenas, a curling rink, concourse, meeting rooms, outdoor meadow and more Spaces are available for rent in both the summer and winter months for weddings, corporate events, tradeshows, and more AV and other e uipment are also available for rent or uay Road 4 2 2 Special rental rates are available for residents ear round ice, roller skate, ice skate rentals and sharpening services available ear and accessories available at the skate shop

The Recreation Grounds

The Recreation rounds are a great place for families and groups to get together for BBQs, activities, reunions and more Amenities include the new skateboard park, bike park, picnic areas and shelters, tennis and basketball courts ou can book space for e clusive use for your event or gathering

Central Park

n oy a stroll along the paved pathway by the Bow River, have lunch at one of the picnic tables, or bring your kids to the

Banff Public Library

Rental Rates

Residents of Ban get free memberships to the library, which gives you access to thousands of books, magazines, DVDs and more The library is also home to art installations, children’s literacy programs, poetry readings and special events Bear Street 4 22

The Fenlands

Schools natural playground The ouis Trono azebo can be booked for weddings or special events ublic washrooms, water bottle llers and a bike repair station are onsite

Playgrounds

Ban is a playground for all ages Many parks o er playground e uipment safely designed for speci c ages and activities ou ll nd playground e uipment in these neighbourhoods • • • • • • •

Rotary ark Ages 2 entral ark ature layground Ages Recreation rounds Ages 2 Birch Avenue Ages 2 2 ark Avenue Ages 2 2 Middle Springs Drive Ages 2 asper Avenue Ages

Post Office

There’s no home delivery in Ban , so you ll need to set up a post o ce bo at anada ost, 2 4 Bu alo Street it’s free for residents f you don t want to get a O Bo , you can have items shipped to you by general delivery

Ban lementary School is at 2 S uirrel Street, 4 2 44 , and Ban ommunity igh School is at Ban Avenue, 4 2 44 Both are operated by the anadian Rockies ublic School Board

Daycare

The Ban hild are entre is an accredited non pro t society that provides full-time childcare for children aged art time childcare is also o ered through the uzzles program 4 Big orn Street 4 2

Resident

Summer Ice

per hour

$200

Concourse

per hour

$152

Concourse Day Rate

10 hours

$960

Meeting Room

per hour

$27

Meeting Room

10 hours

$136

Lounge

per hour

$73

Lounge Day Rate

10 hours

$303

Outdoor Meadow

per hour

$177

Arena or Curling Dry Floor

per hour

$121

Arena or Curling Dry Floor Day Rate

10 hours

$809

Registry Office

Vehicle registration, driver’s license renewals, marriage licenses and more can be purchased from registry o ces in Alberta Ban ’s registry o ce is at 2 Bear Street Bison ourtyard , 4 22

Lost & Found

Parks

ost items turned in at Town all are kept for a minimum of days f you’ve lost something, ll out a lost property report or call 4 2 2 ound something Drop it o at Town all, Bear Street during business hours

Resident

Little Bow or Norquay Picnic Shelter

per hour

$25

Protection Mountain Picnic Shelter

per hour

$32

Central Park Gazebo

per hour

$130

WHAT LOCALS NEED TO KNOW

rst to get a day time slot for the pickup hen that’s set, put your item on the curb on your pickup day and a truck will come by to collect it e don’t pick up construction or renovation waste Businesses and non residents must pay for this service Bring it to the Transfer Site The Transfer Site is at awk Avenue and you can drop o unwanted items, yard waste, etc Residential drop o s are free, but charges apply to commercial and out-of-town drop o s The Transfer Site is open every day, a m to pm Make a Donation rossway ommunity Thrift in anmore picks up non upholstered furniture and housewares in Ban all 4 to schedule a pickup Or drop o your items to Rundle nited Thrift Store at 4 Ban Avenue

Environmental Rebates Photo Credit: Travel Alberta/John Price

Protect your Home. Protect your Park. As a resident of a national park, you have an added responsibility to make sure you recycle everything you can, keep the streets and trails free of litter, and respect the sensitive rivers and lakes of this special place Recycle Everything There are recycling bins everywhere in town Big blue bins are within walking distance of your home, with smaller ones throughout downtown Separate your recyclables glass, paper products, mi ed containers and put them in the appropriate bin f you don’t sort properly, the entire load is contaminated and could be sent to the land ll Food Waste ood waste bins are white, and you can nd them at the

Beaver Street recycling depot, awk Avenue, ave Avenue, Middle Springs Drive, and at the intersection of Squirrel and Rabbit Street ollect your food scraps in a reusable plastic container or a compostable reenlid, and toss them in the bin o plastic bags or any garbage please t clogs the compost machinery

them and getting into garbage f animals get into garbage, they become food-conditioned, and can become aggressive as they search for more This could force arks anada to kill the animal the last thing anyone wants Don’t leave anything ne t to garbage or recycling bins and don’t overstu them f they re full, call 4 2 24 or ll out an online Action Re uest

Banff Re-Use It Centre

Drop o or pick up books, toys, dishes, furniture and more for free at the Re se t entre at awk Avenue, inside the Town’s transfer site t’s open seven days a week, a m to p m The centre does not accept large appliances, upholstered furniture, mattresses, clothing, auto parts, tires, scrap metal wood, infant gear car seats, cribs, high chairs , etc

Save your drink containers and bring them to the Ban Bottle Depot at 2 agle rescent for a refund n Ban , it’s run by reen Bottle Depot Bear Proof Bins

We’ll Pick it up for Free

All garbage and recycling bins in Ban are bear proof That means they have a latch that prevents wildlife from opening

That Doesn’t Go Down the Drain

ooking oil, salad dressing, butter, sauces and other similar stu clog the town’s pipes rease will slowly build and block your entire pipe, leaving you with a drainage issue or backup hen you and your neighbours pour grease down the drain, it creates a drainage disaster for everyone This could leave you without water for hours or days, and with a costly sewer ot water and soap isn’t going to solve the problem ipe down dishes and utensils with a paper towel before washing our fats, oils and grease in a tin can or milk carton and then stick it in the freezer After it’s frozen, toss it in the trash

Get Rid of Big Stuff

Throwing out your couch ridge Mattress f what you’re trying to get rid of isn’t on the approved list at the Re se t entre, whatever you do, don’t leave it beside a garbage bin t may not seem like it, but it will attract wildlife into town t’s also illegal dumping, and you’ll be issued a ne There are several free, easy, and legal ways to get rid of large items:

Refunds on Drink Containers

We encourage homeowners and businesses to install energy e cient appliances they’ll save you money in the long run and are better for the environment f appliances meet a certain criteria, you could be eligible for an environmental rebate from the Town of Ban ots of rebates are also available from the provincial government for qualifying energy e cient appliances Visit e ciencyalberta ca for details

all 4 2 24 between a m and 4 p m , Monday to riday, and we’ll schedule a free pickup Make sure you call

WHAT LOCALS NEED TO KNOW

WHAT LOCALS NEED TO KNOW Explore the Park ant to e plore more of the national park without a car Visit e plorethepark ca for details on shuttles, hidden gems great for day tripping, and the best times to visit key attractions in the summer

Street Sweeping

Getting Around Town Walk, Bike & Roam The Town of Ban is ust 4 s kilometres, which means it's easier to get around by walking or biking which is the best way to avoid summer tra c congestion ong term car RV parking is tough to nd, but you can almost always nd a parking spot for your bike Roam Public Transit Roam is an easy and cheap way to get around There are several local bus routes, and a regional route to get you to anmore There’s e tended service in the summer and an additional route to the ave and Basin ational istoric Site Save money by buying monthly, three month or si month passes et details on routes and costs at roamtransit com Roam to Minnewanka Roam around ake Minnewanka Road from the Victoria Day long weekend through the abour Day long weekend It operates seven days a week and departs from the Ban ommunity igh School bus stop on Ban Avenue and the train station Biking

et your bike ready for its summer commute by bringing it to the Bike i t Station in entral ark ump up your tires or make minor repairs with the tools provided Don t know how to a bike Scan the R ode on the front of the station for

ach spring the Town of Ban clears gravel, dirt, and other debris left on the roads after the thaw Sweeping is done by neighbourhood on a weekly schedule that rotates each year hen it becomes available, this year’s schedule will be posted at ban ca Before sweeping, temporary ‘no parking’ signs go up so crews are able to make a clean sweep Make note of the schedule so you can move your car and avoid a ticket

Community Information

In addition to the Town website and events calendar, you’ll nd great community information and events details in the local newspapers, at Bear Street arkade displays, at Bear Street, lower level of olf Bear Mall and others Or visit useful pages on acebook such as Ban Town, Ban Buy and Sell, Bow Valley Mom ub, anmore Ban vents, Volunteer Ban , and Bow Valley ommunity onnection

instructions Once you’re ready to hit the road, you’ll nd lots of bike racks everywhere you want to go lease don’t lock bikes to trees t damages the trunks, making them vulnerable to diseases Rules of the Road sing a bike or skateboard is one the easiest way to get around in the summer But remember to follow the rules of the road se hand signals when you’re turning and obey all stop signs and tra c lights Only cyclists 12 and under (and those accompanying them can ride on sidewalks And for safety reasons, skateboarding is prohibited on certain roads Steep roads like Tunnel Mountain Road and Mountain Avenue are on the list, as are the busy 100 and 200 blocks of Ban Avenue

Neighbourhood Connection

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Diverse & Welcoming Community

Social neighbourhoods are safer, healthier and more fun Be neighbourly and boost your physical and mental wellness, share interests and activities, develop a sense of belonging and get kids together to play heck ban ca for more information and resources block party checklist, equipment to borrow, language sheet with phrases in Ban ’s top eight languages, and tips on connecting with neighbours

Ban has residents originating from over countries The Town of Ban supports diversity and builds a welcoming community through all of its programs and through its representation on the Bow Valley mmigration artnership This is a collaborative community initiative to improve immigrant integration and the community’s ability to be inclusive Anyone can be on a working group or volunteer at events bvipartnership com

If you need to drive, be aware of parking time limits on streets and in lots and parkades arking is at a premium in the summer, time limits e ist on all parking spaces, and those limits are strictly enforced e don’t paint the curbs yellow to indicate no-parking zones the only place you’ll see curb paint is by the re hall, where red paint indicates a no parking zone Traffic Dashboard heck the Tra c Dashboard at ban ca dashboard before you head out on the road This online tool shows travel times around town, parking availability and local tra c cameras Photo Credit: Banff & Lake Louise Tourism/Paul Zizka Photography

BE SAFE OUT THERE

Photo Credit: Travel Alberta

Be Safe Out There Get an Alert When There’s an Emergency et a te t or email when the Town of Ban issues an emergency alert Sign up at ban ca notify and register with the Alert entre Stay Informed In the event of an emergency, check banff ca, facebook com Ban Town or Twitter Ban Town, listen to Mountain M or the Alberta mergency Alert system, which is broadcast over B radio When Disaster Strikes

Make sure you know how to take care of yourself, and your family, for at least three days That means a three day supply of food, water, rst aid materials, and other items found in a basic emergency kit Keep your emergency kit stocked and in a place the whole family knows where to nd it The Town of Ban emergency plan is regularly reviewed and tested through mock drills by sta and

emergency personnel so we’re prepared for all situations Do your part by becoming familiar with shelter-in-place instructions and a residential evacuation checklist at ban ca emergency Emergency Preparedness Week

May 2, 2 is mergency reparedness eek heck online and in local newspapers for reminders and tips on how to be ready in the event of an emergency

Your Neighbours are Pretty Wild

We share this place with wildlife like deer, elk, bears and many other types of animals They may venture into town, or stay on the outskirts But they’re here, and we need to be aware of how our actions impact them

getting into human food, an animal will continue to seek out more human food rewards, and this can make them bold and aggressive f they e hibit that behaviour, it could force arks anada to relocate the animal, or euthanize the animal for safety reasons

Town of Banff Bylaw Services

Keep Your Distance

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ive wildlife a lot of space ever approach them or chase after them Remember, this is a national park, not a zoo Animals are wild and can become aggressive at any moment It’s illegal to harass wild animals or disobey wildlife closures, and you could be ned or additional safety info check out parkscanada ca Ban wildlife Report Wildlife Sightings

If you have an encounter with wildlife, see any large carnivores (bears, cougars, wolves) or spot elk in the Town of Ban , report it to arks anada by calling 4 2 4 Try to identify the species, and note the animal's description and behaviour, and if it’s wearing an ear tag or radio collar

Emergency Contacts

Ban s re department administration line is 4 and the re hall is at 2 Beaver Street

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Hospital The Ban Mineral Springs ospital provides 24 hour emergency care, acute care, and diagnostic services ontact the front desk at 4 2 2222 The hospital is at yn Street Parks Canada arks anada Visitor Safety is responsible for search and rescue throughout Ban ational ark Backcountry emergencies 4 24 ark wardens are responsible for enforcement on emergencies 4 2 4

Mountain Weather

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Don’t Leave Food Outside

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orgot a bag of garbage outside eft a few bottles ne t to the recycling bin Dropped an empty bo of takeout on your way home at a m Those are all wildlife attractants and those actions could end up killing a wild animal After

The Town of Ban is policed by the Royal anadian Mounted olice R M The administration line is 4 and the non emergency complaint line is 4 2 222 The police station is at yn Street

eace o cers enforce local town bylaws ontact Bylaw Services at 4 2 2 or submit a bylaw complaint online through Action Re uest O cers work out of Ban Town all, Bear Street

t’s hard to predict the weather in Ban e can get snow in September and balmy, blue sky days in anuary t’s best to be prepared for everything, especially if you’re venturing outside for an e tended period of time Summer days can be over , and winter days can be lower than Always check current weather conditions and the forecast before you head out on an adventure

SERVICES IN YOUR COMMUNITY

SERVICES IN YOUR COMMUNITY the anada hild Ta Bene t, Old Age Security, uaranteed ncome Supplement, orking ncome Ta Bene t, ST credits, and the many other federal and provincial government rebates and income supports available This can amount to thousands of dollars f you are unable to prepare your income ta bene t return yourself, community volunteers assist eligible ta payers who have low income and simple ta situations Ban ake ouise 4 2 2 anmore MD Bighorn 4 2

Services in Your Community Banff Access Program

ligible residents can get discounts on everything from community classes to children's programs and bus passes ard holders can also get discounts at participating local businesses To ualify, you must be living under the Ban A ordability Measure evel Visit Ban Town all, Bear Street for details and an application form Operate a local business onsider signing up to o er discounts to card holders

Banff Food Bank

The food bank provides food to individuals in need up to si times each year D re uired amilies must book an appointment by calling 4 2 Open Tuesdays, 4 am 2 pm 4 ougar Street losed uly August

Share Garden Project

If you’d like to grow your own food this summer but don’t have any space, the Town of Ban can help match you with someone who has a garden to share There are currently plots being o ered f you have garden space to share, let us know and we will match you with someone who can help garden it this summer 4 2 2 4

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Share Kitchen Project

Spend ess and Save More

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oliday Spending Treadmill

Affordability Guide

anadian Tire umpStart is a national charitable program that helps nancially disadvantaged kids participate in organized sport and recreation umpStart helps cover registration, e uipment and transportation fees umpstart canadiantire ca 4 2 2

The Bow Valley A ordability uide has local resources and opportunities for saving money ick up a free copy at Town all or the library

Banff & Lake Louise Ambassador Program

Bow Valley KidSport

iving and working in Ban and ake ouise is your opportunity to discover one of the most unique places on earth n the Ban and ake ouise Ambassador rogram you will learn more about this amazing place, how you can e plore the national park, and engage with the community earn about the park s diverse wildlife and interesting history, its iconic places and hidden gems, and nd out how to stay safe An informal one-hour classroom style session is followed by an interpretive sightseeing tour of Ban ational ark pon completion, participants are eligible to receive the Ambassador ass valued at over ree ban akelouise com ambassadors

Bow Valley KidSport provides support to children to remove nancial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sports 2

Income Tax Preparation

ross Training

• R and R in Retirement

Bow Valley Canadian Tire JumpStart

Banff Food Rescue

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Do you love to cook but have limited space or facilities repare food in a fun and friendly setting while meeting other foodies The Town of Ban will match you with commercial kitchen facilities available for low or no cost 4 2 2 4

Good Food Box

Volunteers collect food that would otherwise be thrown away and make it available to the community

t’s never too late to refresh and reboot your nances Money Mentors is a not for pro t money management company that o ers several online courses on a number of topics to help you with your nances moneymentors ca resources ourses include

ick up bread, fruits and veggies, milk and uice ollow facebook com ban foodrescue for daily updates on what’s available

Sports Equipment Lending Program

The ood ood Bo includes 2 to pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables delivered monthly e cept August and September ach bo is 2 4 2 2

Free Online Financial Fitness Courses

Bored and looking for something to do Stop by The enlands or the Ban ublic ibrary from May to September to check out various sports equipment to play with in the park

Did you know everyone in anada needs to le their ta es By ling your ta es, you can access Photo Credit: Banff & Lake Louise Tourism/Paul Zizka Photography

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Photo Credit: Malcolm Carmichael/Alpine Peak Photography

Community Events There’s always something happening in Ban

Townie Rides op on your Townie bike and oin this easy ride around town This is a great way to get active and meet new friends or all ages Free

heck ban ca events for a full schedule

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Fridays, 12 – 1 p.m. June 8 & 22 Town Hall

Free

Sell your stuff at the rummage sale. EV-RU-CO-01 | $25 per table Bow Valley residents only

Anyone who has volunteered for a Town of Ban program is invited to the Volunteer Appreciation BB There will be music, good food and giveaways or volunteers active in 2 or 2 | |

Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. April 20 Town Hall

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Banff Community Rummage & Used Bike Sale

undreds of items for are for sale, including toys, clothes, household goods and more sed bikes and other items from the Town of Ban unclaimed lost and found inventory ntertainment, activities for kids, and a BB

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Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. May 12 The Fenlands Bike viewing & lottery 9:30 – 10 a.m.

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Bike Month June 2018

elebrate Bike Month with events throughout the month of une oin a group ride on Tunnel Mountain, learn bike maintenance skills, and more See what’s planned so far, and check ban ca closer to une for a full schedule of events

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elebrate Recreation and arks Month with fun, e citing activities you can share with friends and family Stop by and learn how to make bannock over an open re, play basketball, and so much more or all ages

Sunday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. June 10 Town Hall

Free

Snowtips Bactra sta will teach you how to change a at, your chain and other minor breakdowns on your bike This is a workshop about the very basics that every rider should know or ages 4 and up | |

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Sunday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. June 17 Recreation Grounds

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Bike Maintenance Clinic

Free EV-BI-BI-01

Thursday, 6 – 8 p.m. June 14 June 28 Town Hall

Recreation and Parks Month

n oy a family ride to Sundance anyon and then hike the canyon, followed by a picnic at the shelters or all ages Free EV-BI-FA-01

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Family Morning Bike & Hike

National Volunteer Week BBQ

Free EV-BI-HI-14 EV-BI-HI-28

Tuesday, 7 – 8 p.m. June 12 225 Bear Street

Bear Aware Presentations and Info Fair Picnic

earn about bear and other wildlife safety in the national park osted by arks anada, the Town of Ban and Ban Stop by for delicious food and information about community resources or all ages Free

Historical Bike Tour of Banff earn fun facts about the history of Ban while getting some fresh air and e ercise or ages and up

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Wednesday, 5 – 7 p.m. June 13 Central Park

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Bear Aware Presentations

oin arks anada, the Town of Ban and Ban presentation about bear and other wildlife safety Free

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Harvest Festival for a or all ages

Wednesdays, 6 p.m. July 11 & August 1 101 Bear Street

elebrate the end of the farmer’s market season at this festival in the park with local musicians, food and crafts all ages Free

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Saturday & Sunday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. September 15 & 16 Central Park

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Canada Day

Terry Fox Run

anada Day is the biggest day of the year in Ban amily friendly events are held all over town uly to celebrate anada’s birthday n oy the famous parade down Ban Avenue, live performances, reworks and more or all ages Visit ban ca canadaday for schedule of events and road closures Free

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Sunday, 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. July 1 Throughout town

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National Drowning Prevention Week

ational Drowning revention eek aims to promote awareness of the ifesaving Society’s and its partner organization’s role in drowning prevention and education rom uly 2 the Town of Ban will engage in a public awareness campaign that will provide you and your family with the tools and resources to prevent drownings in our community Visit ban ca events for more details

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A non-competitive charity run, walk or ride that happens annually throughout the country to raise money for cancer research or all ages Free

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Sunday, registration 9 a.m., run/walk 10 a.m. September 16 Recreation Grounds

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Take Me Outside Day

Take Me Outside Day is a national initiative with over 2 , students and teachers across anada participating and committing to spend at least one hour outside on October 24 oin in and raise awareness about the importance of outdoor education and spending more time outside by collectively oining students to spend an hour outside Visit takemeoutside ca tmo day for the details on October 24 activities

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Community Table

elebrate the life and music of local legend ouis Trono with a live performances in the park or all ages

O ering a selection of delicious food, including homemade soup, breads and salads There’s activities for kids, board games, cooking demonstrations, and music ommunity Table is also a Ban ood Rescue distribution point (Donations welcome)

Free

Louis Trono Tribute in the Park

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Sunday, 2 – 5 p.m. August 12 Central Park

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Thursdays, 12 – 1 p.m. Year-round 101 Bear Street

Attention Volunteers

If the above challenge is of interest to you, please call 403.760.0197 or go to our website for more information

www.bowvalleyvictimservices.org

OFFERING SERVICES FOR THE COMMUNITY OF BANFF SINCE 1986

See it, feel it, be a part of it, become an Interpretive Guide!

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We oﬀer a series of training courses and exams designed to provide guides with skills and knowledge to and anyone interested in learning more about the Rockies. We also oﬀer group management training for individuals from mountain enthusiasts to professional guides.

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Direct Billing

Custom Foot Orthotics

Registration open June 1 - 30 for the 2018/19 Hockey Season

or contact us at 403.760-2854

Physiotherapy Massage Therapy IMS Acupuncture

Light up your life! Reading Writing

English Skills Connect with the

Bow Valley Literacy Program

bowvalleyliteracy@gmail.com www.bowvalleylearning.ca 403.762.8114 B O W

V A L L E Y

Literacy P R O G R A M

LOV E YO U R

LIBRARY!

The Banff Canmore Community Foundation is excited to announce the creation of the

Banff Public Library Endowment Fund! Please contact the Banff Public Library to learn more about how to contribute to their new fund and become a part of this legacy.

Phone: 403.762.2661 l Email: info@banfflibrary.ab.ca

Canadian Heritage

Patrimoine canadien

Presenting more than Presenting more than 300 events each year. 300 events each year. Find yours Find yours. banffcentre.ca banffcentre.ca

Photo by Rita Taylor.