COVID-19 Bow Valley
Support & Resources Guide
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As the pandemic wears on, everyone has been impacted by the virus. Whether it’s financial demands, strain on personal relationships, emotional worry caused by extra stressors brought on by the pandemic, impacts on mental or physical health, unhealthy coping mechanisms, changes in your wellness routine or diet, please know that you are not alone. There are many local supports to help you weather the impacts of COVID-19.

If you are feeling unwell, you must stay home and away from others for
5 days if fully vaccinated (10 days if you are not vaccinated) or until symptoms improve, whichever is longer. We understand that this can create an enormous strain on those who are already struggling. Find out about the many supports available to help you during these challenging times.
If you have symptoms or a positive COVID-19 result
Read the Bow Valley PCN Special Bulletin for information on what to do if you are experiencing symptoms or have received a positive COVID-19 test result.

If you have any of the core symptoms or have tested positive for COVID-19, please refer to the ‘Navigating Covid’ guide for information on how to
manage symptoms and when to reach out for additional care.

If you have recovered from COVID-19 but are still experiencing
lingering symptoms, you may have Long COVID.
Find out more about Long Covid and what to do about it.
Financial Supports
Financial Support for Individuals

Federal Support

Provincial Support

Local Supports

Banff Access Program
The Banff Access Program provides eligible residents with discounts on classes, programs, transit passes, purchases at participating businesses and more. Find out eligibility requirements and apply at banff.ca/access

Canmore Affordable Services Program
The Affordable Services Program is a coordinated community response that provides eligible residents with increased access to supports and discounts aimed at making Canmore a livable community for all. Find out eligibility requirements and apply at canmore.ca
Food Supports
There are many opportunities to access free, nutritious food.
For details, visit: Bow Valley Food Alliance website
FREE Hampers & Meals
Click links for additional details, some programs require advanced registration.

Mondays
6 p.m.–7 p.m. - Banff Food Rescue
5 p.m. – 6 p.m. - Canmore Food & Friends

Tuesdays
12 p.m. – 1 p.m. - Banff Food Bank Emergency Hampers, Banff Park Church
12 p.m. – 1 p.m. - Lunch to-go, Banff Park Church
12 p.m. – 1 p.m. - Bow Valley Food Bank Pick-up (call ahead to arrange)

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. - Canmore Food Recovery Barn, suggested donation $5
6 p.m. – 7 p.m. - Bow Valley Food Bank Pick-up (call ahead to arrange)

Wednesdays
6 p.m. – 7 p.m. - Banff Food Rescue
6 p.m. – 7 p.m. - Bow Valley Food Bank Pick-up (call ahead to arrange)

Thursdays
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. - Canmore Food Recovery Barn, suggested donation $5

Fridays
6 p.m.–7 p.m. - Banff Food Rescue

The Bow Valley Good Food Box (GFB) is a monthly assortment of fresh produce with a focus on sourcing local, seasonal and organic when possible. The Good Food Box offers local residents healthy produce at $30 per box with subsidies available to those in need.
Mental Health Supports
SeetheSigns.ca - A Wellness Campaign by Bow Valley Communities and Residents

Look inside, see the signs & take care of your mental health. Visit seethesigns.ca for a complete guide to free mental health and wellness programs and supports in the Bow Valley.

Developed by the Bow Valley Wellness, Recovery & Preparedness Coalition, a collaboration between Bow Valley municipalities, community organizations and local services supporting wellness of fellow residents during challenging times.
Mental Health Resources

The Bow Valley Primary Care Network has compiled a list of resources available in the Bow Valley FREE of charge to all residents.


Need support? Want to talk or text with someone? Free, confidential support is available. Visit: bllha.ca/support
Personal Development Programs
The Bow Valley Primary Care Network offers many
FREE, online primary care services:

  • Bow Valley Good Food Box - offers local residents healthy produce for $30 per box with subsidies available to those in need.

  • Community Classes - learn about diet and nutrition, mental health, wellness, active fitness classes, pain management and much more.

  • One-on-one Clinician Consultations - self-refer for a consultation to help you plan positive lifestyle changes including a Registered Dietitian or Active Living Consultant.

  • Support Programs - to help residents manage various health concerns including back pain, chronic pain, best weight and active living.
Family Resource Network

Programming and support related to caring for children aged 0-18, parenting and family relationships.