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Caregiving Together in the Bow Valley

Start Time

13:00

End Time

15:00

Date

May 7, 2025

Location

101 Bear Street

Banff Public Library

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About the Event

Are you helping a friend or family member with a life limiting illness, disability or aging? Whether that person lives close by or in another country, YOU are a caregiver. You are not alone, although it sometimes can feel that way. Over one million Albertans are unpaid family caregivers. It’s time to come together.

Drop by to meet Anna-Lisa, a member of the growing Bow Valley caregiving community and Ambassador for Caregivers Alberta. Get connected with people who understand your journey and go-to resources that will help you navigate its twists and turns, while nurturing your own health and well-being. Enjoy a cup of tea, light snack and taste of a simple self-care practice you can do anywhere.

About the Host

Caregivers Alberta was founded in 2001 by a grassroots group of concerned caregivers who recognized the gaps in our systems that left caregivers feeling invisible, burned out and isolated. They formed the foundation of what we are now: a province-wide, not-for-profit organization that strives to empower those caring for family members and friends and promoting their well-being by providing resources, support and education. Services are wide-ranging to meet the highly varied needs of unpaid family caregivers. We also work with government, employers and health and community-care providers to inform and support people in decision-making roles that will positively impact the well-being of caregivers in Alberta.

The Cargiving Together in the Bow Valley program is brought to you by the in-kind support of the Banff Tea Company and Banff Library.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Chair – Banff Mental Health and Addiction Week (BMHAW)
Term: 2 Years
Location: must live or work in Banff
Start Date: September 2025
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

 

About BMHAW

Banff Mental Health and Addiction Week (BMHAW) is a community-driven initiative dedicated to promoting mental health and wellness in Banff and Lake Louise. Over the past two years, BMHAW has brought together partners from health, hospitality, community foundations, and residents to foster meaningful conversations and actions around mental health.

As BMHAW enters a potential new phase, the initiative is seeking a committed and community-minded Volunteer Chair to lead the next chapter of this important work.

 

Position Overview: Volunteer Chair

The Chair is a liaison and figurehead role, distinct from day-to-day coordination. Coordination will be done by a paid position. The Chair will guide the initiative strategically while fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

Note: This role must be independent—not affiliated with the government or any of the governing partner organizations.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Organize and lead Working Group and Program Working Group meetings

  • Ensure all activities align with the Terms of Reference

  • Hire and manage the BMHAW Coordinator on behalf of governing partners

  • Serve as the primary spokesperson for BMHAW

  • Foster collaboration among working groups, partners, and community members

  • Manage the BMHAW budget

  • Provide updates (written and/or presentations) to stakeholders

  • Work with governing partners to identify and secure future funding

 

Desired Qualifications

  • Proven leadership in a community or nonprofit setting

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

  • Ability to build consensus and foster collaboration

  • Commitment to building mental health awareness

  • Comfortable with light financial oversight and reporting

  • Familiarity with the Bow Valley region is an asset

 

Time Commitment

  • Approx. 8–10 hours/month, with flexibility depending on the phase of the initiative

  • Two-year volunteer term (renewable)

 

Next Steps

We are currently in a restructuring phase, and looking for a new chair by mid-September 2025. When the chair is appointed they will begin the new cycle of BMHAW including onboarding, transfer of key materials (e.g., bank account, website, social media), and hiring a new Coordinator.

 

How to Apply

If you're interested in serving as Chair or want to learn more, please express your interest to the email above bmhaw24@gmail.com.

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Join us in shaping the future of mental health awareness in the Bow Valley.

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