Free Drop-In Event

Canmore Drop-in Settlement Support

Speak with a Settlement Worker without an appointment. Ask your questions. Learn about programs and resources available in the community.

About Settlement Services In The Bow Valley

We provide free and confidential services for Permanent Residents of Canada (PR), including refugees and Ukrainians (CUAET) living in the Bow Valley (Banff, Lake Louise, Canmore, and Kananaskis).

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Free, Drop-In Event

Living with Loss Walking Group
Sharing Cultural Perspectives

For Community Week, the Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley invites you to join a special session of our Living With Loss Walking Group. We’ll discuss culturally inclusive ways to experience and understand grief. At PCSBV, we strive to create a safe, welcoming space for everyone—volunteers, clients, caregivers, and supporters—free from political, religious, or ideological bias.

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As part of Bow Valley Community Week, we ask you to join us for this free community event to reflect on what it means to create a genuine, personal and accountable land acknowledgment. Through this event, you can expect to deepen your connection to the land, deepen your understanding of Indigenous perspectives, and leave with actionable steps toward reconciliation.

Free Drop-In Event

Join Us for Banff Food and Friends!

Just arrived in the Bow Valley? Looking for a warm meal and great company?

Join us during Community Week 2024 on Monday 18 November (and every Monday night afterwards!) for Banff Food and Friends from 5-7 p.m. at St. George in the Pines Anglican Church Lower Hall! Enjoy a free hot meal and connect with neighbors, friends, and new faces from Banff. Volunteers are welcome between 4-5 p.m. to lend a hand. This community dinner is open to everyone—come as you are, bring a friend, and let’s make Mondays brighter together!

What is Food and Friend Dinners?

Community Food and Friend Dinners offer a safe place for people from all segments of society to come together every Monday evening to enjoy the pleasure of a free, attractive, nutritious meal with friends and neighbors.

This is not a soup kitchen approach toward feeding hungry people but a community event that provides good nutrition, enhances food security, and brings about social cohesion.

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Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Did you know that 1 in 5 people is neurodivergent (ADHD, dyslexia, autistic, etc)?

During this powerful training series, you will:

• Gain insight into the world of neurodivergent folks to create a more inclusive and respectful work environment

• Discover the “Future Skills of the Workforce” many neurodivergent folks possess, to welcome their essential contribution to our workplaces

• Discover keys to creating neuro-inclusive workplace that attract neurodivergent talent that faces high unemployment and under-employment

• Optional Neuro-Inclusive Leadership Sessions for current and aspiring leaders to equip you with tools and skills to bring out the best in neurodivergent leaders and colleagues

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Free, Drop-In Event

Music with Suzanne Morley with Bow Valley Connections Centre

Music, singing and dancing with Suzanne Morley. To have fun and interact with our community welcoming everyone to join us.

We love what we do

Bow Valley Connections Centre is a non-profit organization that generates opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities to build on existing friendships and foster new relationships.​

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Eating Well on a Budget
Enjoy a meal and learn how to eat well on a budget.

Join us for the "Eating Well on a Budget" event to learn how to eat healthy without spending too much. A speaker from the Primary Care Network (PCN) will share tips on affordable, nutritious food, and you’ll get to enjoy a free meal. There will also be a presentation from the Bow Valley Primary Care Network about how to eat well on a budget and various local food resources. It’s a great chance to meet new people, learn useful tips, and enjoy a meal together!

Free, Drop-In Event

This free drop-in event invites you to form teams with fellow attendees for an evening of fun and friendly competition. Enjoy themed trivia challenges while indulging in complimentary baked goods and non-alcoholic drinks provided by Wild Flour Bakery.

This is a welcoming space for all -- come as you are to connect, enjoy and win some great prizes!

Free, Drop-In Event

Speak with a Settlement Worker without an appointment. Ask your questions. Learn about programs and resources available in the community.

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Ceramics Workshop
Play with clay, meet new people, have fun!

• Learn about artsPlace

• Have fun working with clay

• Minimum age is 18

• Instructor provided

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Free, Drop-In Event

A freshly prepared lunch of soup, salad, bread , dessert, tea or coffee for a suggested donation of $3. Small children’s activity area.

Connect with other Banff residents. Everyone is welcome

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Free, Drop-in Event

Are helping a friend of family member with a life limiting illness, disability or aging? Whether that person lives close by or in a different country, YOU are a caregiver. It's not always easy helping the way you do!

Connect with no cost resources and compassionate people who understand the caregiving journey and can help you navigate it.

You are not alone! Join us!

Free, Drop-in Event. Donation welcomed but not expected.

At a Death Cafe people gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives'.

A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.

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BanffLIFE Community Scavenger Hunt

Learn about Banff on this exciting self-guided scavenger hunt. You will win prizes and connect with essential community resources. Starting at Town Hall you will complete various challenges and tasks before racing to the finish line.

All participants will receive a swag bag full of valuable community resources and be entered in a draw for the grand prize!

The first person to return with a completed race card will receive the first-place award and be crowned the most resourceful resident.

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Learn about:

• Free and low-cost programs and services

• How to get discounts with Banff Access and Canmore Affordable Services programs

• How to save money on food, clothing, transportation, and family activities

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Junior 'Outreach' & Adult Squash 'Try It' Night

The Bow Valley Squash Foundation is pleased to offer a FREE Junior Outreach & Adult Try it squash program on Thurs, Nov 21 at the Banff Rocky Mountain Resort. Join us for an instructional 45 min session provided by trained instructors with all equipment provided.

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Blanket Exercise

Join us for a Blanket Exercise, an engaging event designed to help everyone learn about the history and experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

During this hands-on activity, we will use blankets to represent land while exploring important historical events that have impacted Indigenous communities.

This event is about sharing stories, building understanding, and promoting conversations on these vital topics while focusing on wellbeing. It is a chance to reflect, ask questions, and connect with others in a respectful and welcoming environment. Whether you are new to these topics or looking to deepen your understanding, this exercise will foster awareness and empathy.

Everyone is welcome—come with an open mind and heart!

Free, Drop-In Event

The Clothing & Gear Swap Events are a collaboration between the Canmore Public Library and the Homelessness Society of the Bow Valley.

Together, we strive to foster community connection, promote sustainability, and support our community.

November 22: 5:30 - 7:30 pm

November 23: 10 am - 2 pm

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Free, Drop-In Event

For Community Week, Oesa Arts brings you a cozy, coffee-house open mic event in the enchanting setting of St. George in the Pines Anglican Church, a welcoming haven for local talent and community connection.

Local talent will feature a mix of acoustic performances, spoken word, and poetry, with each artist adding their own unique touch to the relaxed, soulful atmosphere.

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Free, Drop-in Event

Celebrate Canmore’s history and community with a special free admission day at the Canmore Museum! Explore engaging exhibits that capture the heart of our town’s story.

Bring family, friends, or meet new faces while discovering the heritage that connects us all. All are welcome—come join us!

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Join us for an afternoon of Donuts, community connection, and a hole lotta fun!

During Bow Valley Community Week, we’re bringing people together to decorate donuts and create meaningful connections in a playful, welcoming environment.

We know that life can sometimes feel lonely, especially around this time of year.

But we can combat that isolation as a community by coming together and being in a space where every person is seen and celebrated.

All ages, abilities, genders, and backgrounds welcome.

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Paid Event ($30 or Pay What You Can). Get tickets here

Melodies for a Resilient Future: Jasper Benefit Concert

Join us for a fun evening of musical entertainment and engaging speakers to raise funds for Jasper Wildfire relief.

A community event to help us collectively understand the Jasper fire and prepare us for our best future.

This will be a great opportunity for newcomers, long-term residents and all folks to meet new people and connect with community through music and collective action.

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Free, Drop-In Event

Join us at St. George's in the Pines Anglican Church on November 24 at 8 p.m. for an evening of music, creativity, and connection!

Whether you’re a musician, a singer, or just love to enjoy improvised live music, this is a fantastic opportunity to share your talent or simply soak in the sounds of our community.

Bring your own instruments, your voices, or just your enthusiasm, and let’s make some beautiful music together! This is a family-friendly event, so everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

Mark your calendars and come be a part of this vibrant evening of improvisation and community spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!

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