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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! 

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February 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 Bow Valley Fresh Food Box is of the best ways to save money on fresh fruits and vegetables!

Each month, you can purchase a box filled with 15 seasonal fruits and vegetables, delivered to pick-up locations in Banff, Canmore, Exshaw, and Lake Louise. There are three payment levels to meet different needs. 

Bow Valley Food Alliance has more information, available in many languages, about other food supports in the Bow Valley.

Community Information & Events

Click on your community below for information about upcoming events!

 
 

By February 28, 2026, every employer you worked for in 2025 must provide a T4 form showing your earnings. 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. 

We will share more information about free support to file your taxes in the March newsletter. 

 
 

Check out the many drop-in programs for individuals and families offered by the Town of Banff and Town of Canmore and the Lake Louise Sport and Recreation Centre. Keep your family active all winter!

 
 

Need mental health support but not sure where to turn? The Bow Valley Primary Care Network provides FREE mental health counselling for anyone with an Alberta health care card. You do not need a doctor's referral. You can just make an appointment.

For information about other local mental health and addictions support, visit www.seethesigns.ca.

Information for Families

Did you know??

The Town of Banff offers swim lessons for children and adults. Find the lesson that is right for you here. 

Learn more about all Town of Banff aquatics programs here and Town of Canmore aquatics programs here.

 
 

For parents and caregivers with children ages 0-3. 

This 6-week program will take place 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 

     

© 2026 Settlement Services in the Bow Valley

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

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