Click to read the Bow Valley Student Storybook online!

Check out the Bow Valley Student Storybook! 

This beautiful collection of stories provides a glimpse in the experiences of immigrant students in the Bow Valley. We are so proud of each student who shared their story and of every student we have the privilege to work with.

Click the button below to read the storybook online and look for it soon in your local library. 

Click to read the Bow Valley Student Storybook online!

March 2026 Newsletter

Visit our Program Registration page where you can view and register for any upcoming information sessions, events, or activities.

Click here to go to the Program Registration page!

Monthly Money Saving Tip

The Full Moon Swap at the Canmore Public Library is a great place to pick up free clothing and household items. 

You can also drop off donations if you have clothes or items at home that you no longer need.

Bring a canned good to support the food drive!

Community Information & Events

Click on your community below for information about upcoming events!

 
 

As of March 1, you should have received a T4 showing your earnings from every employer you worked for in 2025. You need a T4 form from every employer to file your taxes.

File your taxes before April 30, 2026 to avoid a late-filing penalty and interest charges if you owe taxes.
Most residents of Canada file their taxes in March and April.

You can learn more about how the Canadian tax system works by taking a free online course. 

Canada Revenue Agency will be in Canmore to offer tax filing support on March 25th. Look for more information on Facebook.

 
 

The Job Resource Centre is hosting two Summer 2026 Job Fairs, March 26th (Banff) and April 17th (Canmore). 

The fairs connect employers, job seekers and service providers. 

Keep an eye on social media for more updates.

 
 

The Bow Valley Primary Care Network offers many FREE classes and courses to support your health. 

Find more information and tips for health living here.

 
 

Youth Career Catalyst

  • Free Employment Coaching and Mentoring 
  • Paid In-Person Training
  • Supported Work Experience
  • 18-30 years old
  • Eligible to work in Canada
  • Not currently employed and not in a school, training, apprenticeship or internship program

May 31-June 25, 2026 (application deadline March 30)

Click here to learn more about this incredible opportunity!

Information for Families

Do you have a child born in 2021? Now is the time to start thinking about Kindergarten! 

Canadian Rockies Public Schools offers open houses at each school to learn more.

You can learn more about Kindergarten at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy here.

 
 

For parents and caregivers with children ages 0-3. 

This 6-week program is happening in Banff.

Designed to enhance attachment security between parents and their children.

Children are welcome to attend.

Click here to register or learn more about this program and other programs for families.

 
 

There are many FREE services and supports for Bow Valley families (with children 0-18) provided by the Family Resource Network.

Learn more about the programs, services, and supports for families in the Bow Valley by clicking on the links below.

  • Bow Valley Family Resource Network on Facebook
  • Town of Canmore
  • Town of Banff

Click on the images below for school information and resources for families. 

Learn more about Settlement Services in the Bow Valley

We welcome your questions any time: ssbv@banff.ca 

Click here to complete your annual questionnaire

If you are a client and you have not completed an annual questionnaire for April 2025-March 2026, please click below and take 2-3 minutes to complete it. 

Your responses help us improve our programs and show our funder that our services are still needed in the Bow Valley. 

Thank you! 

Click here to complete your annual questionnaire
     

© 2026 Settlement Services in the Bow Valley

110 Bear Street, Banff, AB, T1L 1A1  403-762-1144

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