Bow Valley Interagency E-Letter
November 20, 2018
The e-letter is sent out every two weeks. The next edition will be sent out on Monday, Dec 3. To post in the e-letter, please email your submission to
fcssresourcecentre@canmore.ca. Please send posters in either PDF or JPEG format.
WHAT'S NEW
Bow Valley Interagency Meeting - Today!
Save the Date - Bow Valley Interagency December Social
Wednesday, December 12 | 3:30 - 5:30 pm | Canmore Civic Centre, Atrium
Watch your inbox for the invitation, we hope you can join us!
Banff Community Services
Origin Spring Creek
Bow Valley Primary Care Network
Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley
WE’RE NOW READY FOR LAUNCH…
From our inception in 2014, the Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley (PCSBV) has evolved rapidly. We are a not-for-profit, community-led group working to address the need to improve the end-of-life experience for individuals and their families who call the Bow Valley home.
Our aim is to promote local palliative care and spread awareness for compassionate, whole-life care. Our ultimate goal is to support construction of a full hospice care facility for our Bow Valley communities. At this pivotal time in our journey, we are recruiting for a
permanent, full-time Executive Director.
The successful incumbent will:
- have a minimum of 5-years’ not-for-profit experience with a demonstrated track record of adding value to the organization;
- be confident, tactful and diplomatic in day-to-day operations, projecting strong leadership skills;
- be able to run all facets of our society either directly or through third parties;
- project a strong image, reflecting our values, beliefs and organizational goals, while representing our society in the community; and,
- provide initiative and strategic vision to the Board.
Reporting to the Board Chair, the Executive Director will oversee and control the PCSBV’s operations while delivering on the society’s vision, mission and goals. This position is 5-days/week and involves some evening and weekend hours (e.g. Board meetings, Executive Committee meetings, PCSBV community events). Base salary ranges from $65,000 to $72,000 commensurate with experience. An allowance in lieu of benefits is also provided along with contributions towards a RRSP.
More information on the PCSBV is available at
https://palliativecarebowvalley.com/. Interested applicants should submit an email resume to
pcsbvtreasurer@gmail.com no later than November 14, 2018.
We appreciate the interest of all candidates, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Canmore Young Adult Network - CYAN
Santa's Anonymous
2018 Santa’s Anonymous campaign is changing. Please be aware of changes for your Banff/Lake Louise clients
Application dates: Friday, Nov 9 – Fri Nov 30
From Thursday, November 8 application forms may be downloaded from Banff.ca/santas or picked up from locations where there are brochure racks in Banff e .g. Banff Town Hall Library, Parentlink, Seniors Centre etc.
Applications will be accepted at Banff Town Hall Community Services desk from Fri Nov 9 – Fri Nov 30 (or they can be dropped off in a sealed envelope in the out of hours drop off box).
NEW THIS YEAR :
- Santa’s are giving individuals and families grocery cards only so they can purchase their preferred holiday food choices.
- Anyone may apply (not restricted to Access program members).
- Children under the age of 16 may “ask for a gift” – guidelines are on the application form. This is in place of the toy drive.
- All applications will be processed by a Santa’s volunteer coordinator, and any questions should be directed to santasanonymousbll@gmail.com not Town of Banff Community Services
For people who wish to DONATE:
Financial donations (charitable receipt will be issued) can still be made at Town of Banff front counter.
“Giving Trees” –tags with kids and seniors gift wishes will be in the following locations in Banff.
- All the Bank locations
- Banff Dentistry Office 317 Banff Av.
Community members take a tag, buy the gift, and return it wrapped to the location on the tag by the deadline date (all instructions are on the tag).
Santa’s Anonymous continues to support
Banff and Lake Louise families, seniors and individuals who are in need during the Holiday season.
Canmore Public Library
Alberta Health Services
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
If your agency or organization has an upcoming volunteer opportunity you would like advertised on the Volunteer Canmore Facebook page or in the Crag and Canyon free of charge, please email ldouce@canmore.ca.
Volunteer Drivers Needed
The Canmore FCSS Volunteer Driver Program is in need of some dedicated individuals to join our excellent team of drivers responsible for getting clients (primarily seniors) to their medical appointments out-of-town. (usually Calgary). Potential volunteers require a vehicle in excellent operating condition, a valid drivers license, and a reasonable sense of direction in Calgary. Volunteer drivers will be reimbursed for their gas.
Please contact Mavis at msautner@canmore.ca for more information.
Canmore & Area Health Foundation
Help us raise up to $45,000.00 towards equipment purchases at the Canmore General Hospital by volunteering your time at the Canmore & Area Health Care Foundation upcoming Casino: Tuesday, January 29 and Wednesday, January 30 at Century Casino Calgary. Email: Soulafa Al-Abbasi at (ed@canmorehealthfoundation.com) for details
Bow Valley Interagency Meeting Schedule
The Bow Valley Interagency meetings are co-hosted by Banff and Canmore FCSS. All community organizations and agencies throughout the Bow Valley are invited to attend to share information and to listen to guest speakers throughout the year discuss issues that are prevalent in our area. For more information on Bow Valley Interagency, please contact Lu Douce, Canmore FCSS 403.678.7136, or Shawn Carr, Banff FCSS 403.762.1255.
Meetings are held 5 times a year, on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 3:00-4: 30 pm. Locations alternate between Banff Town Hall and the Canmore Civic Centre
Next Meeting: Tuesday November 20, 2018 - Canmore
Upcoming Meetings:
January 15, 2019 - Banff
