Igniting the Power of Community

Invest, lead, catalyze and ignite

Inside BCF's Strategic Plan

Banff Canmore Foundation is now one year into our three-year Strategic Plan. We set an ambitious agenda, and are proud of all that's been achieved so far. We've refreshed our brand, launched a new website, transitioned to a new back-end system and laid the groundwork for significant new initiatives.

BCF's purpose is to connect resources and opportunities to activate community potential, enhance quality of life and create belonging for all. The Foundation's Strategic Plan outlines the intentions and goals we have set to realize this purpose.

The five strategic intentions that guide BCF's plan are:

Ignite the power of philanthropy
Invest in our own capacity to manage growth
Create a culture of diversity and inclusion in and through our work
Be a catalyst for a resilient civil society
Lead in navigating a changing world

This combination of fund development, leadership and resource-building are about leveraging our strengths to better serve community. We're working hard to unlock community potential. Will you join us?

Read BCF's Strategic Plan here

GET INVOLVED: Join Our Board and Committees

"I am interested in how communities function and evolve, how they deal with challenges. Through BCF, I can use my skills to make a difference and be a part of the future of this place we call home." - Fiona Jones, BCF Board Chair

Banff Canmore Foundation is recruiting for new members of our Board of Directors and Committees. Wondering how it all works - and how you can get involved? We'd love to hear from you. Apply by April 15!

How to apply for BCF Board and Committees

BCF Community Priorities: Natural Environment

BCF's work is guided by four Community Priorities, which are identified through Vital Signs research and community dialogue.

One of these priorities is to support protection and restoration of the natural environment, with a focus on community action to address climate change and reduce emissions.

Learn about the other priorities

What funds does BCF hold?

Did you know that BCF stewards more than 20 unique funds, and more are being added all the time?

Ranging from donor-advised funds that support an individual or family's charitable goals to field of interest funds targeting specific community priorities, there are many ways to contribute. We also hold in memorial funds, endowed funds for local charities and scholarship funds.

Pooled together, these funds form community wealth and empower the Bow Valley to solve our greatest challenges right here.

See all the Funds

Apply for the David M Bayne Legacy Bursary

Do you know a post-secondary student pursuing a career in tourism or hospitality who has a strong connection to Banff? Applications open March 28 for the 2024 David M Bayne Legacy Bursary, awarding $5000 per student to at least four students each year. Deadline to apply is April 28.

Apply here starting March 28

Thank you, Christie!

Christie Pashby is leaving BCF this month to take on a new role as Director of Communications at Banff and Lake Louise Tourism. Please join us in celebrating all that she has contributed over the past three years - she's been an essential member of the BCF team. Thanks to her talent, creativity and leadership, Christie has transformed our ability to share stories, connect with community and articulate the work BCF does to unlock community potential.

We are delighted that she will be working just across the street with one of BCF’s closest partners and look forward to collaborating with her in new and exciting ways.

Header photo by Peter Law on Unsplash

Creative Action for Community

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GET INVOLVED: Join Our Board and Committees

﻿BCF Community Priorities: Natural Environment

What funds does BCF hold?

Apply for the David M Bayne Legacy Bursary

Thank you, Christie!

BCF Community Priorities: Natural Environment