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OUR PARTNERS

The expression “it takes a community” is never truer than with the individuals, ​groups and organizations behind this project. We want to express our gratitude to the ​communities of Banff and Lake Louise for their moral support, collaboration, and in-kind resources to make this grassroots week possible for our ​community.

 

This week is not possible without the support of our funding partners. Your vision and efforts to make a difference in the wellbeing of our community today and into the future is appreciated.

FUNDING PARTNERS

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Banff Canmore Foundation connects resources and opportunities to activate community potential, enhance quality of life and create belonging for all.

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The Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation supports initiatives that enhance community well-being in the Bow Valley. Through strategic partnerships and thoughtful investments, the foundation endorses positive change that will enrich the quality of life for residents and visitors.

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Our mission calls us to serve all Albertans with compassion and to nurture life at all stages. With 17 sites across the province, we offer care from birth to end of life, focusing on mental health services and continuing, palliative and rural care. We are proud to be a valued part of Alberta’s integrated health system.

WORKING GROUP MEMBERS

Shannon Fountain
Town of Banff

Makaylah Rogers
Scale Naturally

Bobbie Alsworth

Banff Canmore Foundation

​Lori Bayne
Banff Mental Health and Addiction Week

Karli Fleury
Banff Lake Louise Hospitality Association

Jeffrey Carpenter
Banff Pride

Tineke Van Der Merwe
Bow Valley Immigration Partnership

Kathy Resch
Banff Mental Health and Addiction Week

Cathy Geisler
Pauw Foundation

Christie Pashby

Banff Lake Louise Tourism

Yuktha Rajeeva
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fathima Fahim
EthioCare

Alexandra Parkinson
Lake Louise Community Clinic

Alison Burger
Pauw Foundation

Margie Smith
Banff Mineral Springs Hospital

Reave MacLeod
YWCA Banff

Natalie Rice
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Ella-Jean Schatzmann
Recovery Alberta

Tannia Burelo
Banff Mineral Springs Hospital Community Board

PROGRAMMING PARTNERS

Alberta Health Services

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Arctos & Bird Management Ltd.

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Banff Lake Louise Hospitality Association

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Banff Park Church

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Banff Public Library

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Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley

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Bow Valley Food Alliance

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Canadian Rockies Public Schools

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Covenant Health

Ethiocare

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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

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Flow State Yoga

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Helly Hanson

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Kori Woodard

Lake Louise Ski Resort

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Mount Royal Hotel

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Original Path Guiding

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Recovery Alberta

Scott Walker

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Town of Banff

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YWCA

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Amal Makes Art

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Banff Food & Friends

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Banff Legion

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Banff Park Lodge

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Banff Senior Citizens Society

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Bow Valley Endo

Bow Valley Primary Care Network

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Caregivers Alberta

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CrossFit Banff

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FIT By Fiona

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Faye Forbes-Anderson

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Frankie D's Donuts

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Hilhorst Realty

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Lake Louise Sport & Recreation Centre

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Lux Theatre

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Mountain Muskox

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Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley

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Right from the Start

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Summit Lifestyle & Performance

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Ukrainian Canadian Congress Bow Valley Association

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Amanda Arbuckle

Banff Foreign Workers

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Banff Mineral Springs Hospital

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Banff Pride

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Banff Tea Company

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Bow Valley Equine Adaptive Association

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Calgary Catholic Immigration Society

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Covenant Foundation

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Elk + Avenue Hotel

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Fairmont Banff Springs

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Filipino-Canadian Community Association in the Rockies

Heal-Thy

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Improvement District #9

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Lake Louise Medical Clinic

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Men's Shed Canada

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Oesa Arts

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Pursuit Collection

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Royal Canadian Mounted Police

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Teale Edwards

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Valley Sign+ Design

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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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