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Community Grants 2023: 4 Takeaways with Intention and Impact
Subhead: Supporting projects that are Indigenous-led and/or advance the TRC’s Calls to Action in the Bow Valley. Make a contribution today – let’s do more and do better, tog
Read MoreEmergency Fund Supports Lake Louise Fire Victims
When a fire broke out at the Lake Louise Charleston staff residence on July 3, 2023, more than 170 people lost almost all their belongings. For many, this was their first job away from home and the uncertainty hit them hard. The Bow Valley community stepped in quickly looking for ways to help. Within a day, the Banff Canmore Foundation activated its Bow Valley Emergency Fund (BVEF), a stand-by fund that’s designed for quick response of financial aid in the Bow Valley.
Read MoreHidden Homelessness in the Bow Valley
In the thick of winter, our thoughts turn again to those struggling to find adequate shelter. Even if it’s sometimes challenging to witness homelessness in our Valley, we know it’s a reality. “Hidden homelessness” is a critical community issue in Canmore.
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