TOWN OF BANFF ORDER OF BUSINESS

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TOWN OF BANFF
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Regular Council Meeting
Town of Banff Council Chambers
Monday, September 28, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.
1.0
CALL TO ORDER
2.0
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2.1
Regular Meeting Agenda
Recommendation:
That council approve the agenda for the September 28, 2015 regular meeting of council.
2.2
For Information: 2015 Council Workplan
3.0
ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MINUTES
3.1
Minutes of the September 14, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council
Recommendation:
That council adopt the minutes of the September 14, 2015 regular meeting of council.
4.0
DELEGATIONS
4.1
Connie Macdonald – YWCA Banff
Request:
That council receive the organizational and strategic plan update from the YWCA Banff as
information.
5.0
PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS
6.0
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7.0
BYLAWS AND STAFF REPORTS
7.1
Request for Decision: Snow and Ice Management
Recommendations:
That council:
i) direct administration to draft amendments to Snow and Ice Management Policy
C108-1 that would direct the use of 7mm washed rock gyra as the Town’s
standard winter abrasive;
ii) direct administration to seek public opinion on an overnight parking ban scenario
and/or a snow route in the downtown core from November 1st to March 31st
using seasonal sign placement.
7.2
Request for Decision: 101 Bear Street Renovation
Recommendation:
That council direct administration to add $125,000, funded from the general capital
reserve, to the 2015 capital budget to fund the leasehold improvements proposed at 101
Bear Street to enlarge the Parent Link programming and to enhance space being leased by
the Banff Seniors Society.
8.0
COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.1
For Information: Minutes of the July 15, 2015 meeting of the Bow Valley Waste
Management Commission
8.2
For Information: Minutes of the June 25, 2015 meeting of the Bow Valley Regional
Housing Board
8.3
For Information: Minutes of the July 7, 2015 meeting of the Bow Valley Regional Housing
Board
8.4
For Information: Minutes of the July 8, 2015 meeting of the Municipal Planning
Commission
8.5
For Information: Minutes of the August 12, 2015 meeting of the Municipal Planning
Commission
9.0
CORRESPONDENCE
10.0
NEW BUSINESS
11.0
12.0
ADJOURNMENT
Agenda prepared by: Tara Johnston-Lee
All recommendations as presented are for discussion purposes only, and should not be considered as the opinion or direction of
council.
2015 Council Workplan
Agenda #2.2
September 28, 2015
Council’s workplan provides the framework to for council actions or decision required to achieve strategic goals
and service objectives. Council has also established administrative priorities, action plans and measures and will
be addressed and monitored through the annual service review and strategic plan review.
2015-2018 Strategic Plan
th
This is a four year plan that concentrates on seven themes, with measurable 4 year outcome for each theme, plus
annual tactics for each theme that will move our community toward those outcomes. The 2015-2018 Strategic
Plan can be found here.
Key Themes
1.
Trails – includes trails of all kinds, from paved walkways to paths through the forest to sidewalk connections
and on-street bike lanes, sharrows or greenways.
Guiding document: Town of Banff Trails Master Plan
2.
Housing – includes housing of all types within the Town of Banff.
Guiding document: Town of Banff Housing Strategy
3.
Social Well-Being – includes the factors that contribute to a community’s well-being, such as access to
programs and services, and supports geared towards residents across all ages and stages of life.
Guiding document: Banff Community Social Assessment January 2014
4.
Recreation – includes services and facilities that offer all citizens and visitors access to recreation, for leisure
and for the promotion of healthy lifestyles.
Guiding documents: Banff Recreation Grounds Redevelopment Plan, Recreation Programs and Services
Master Plan, Recreation Facilities Master Plan
5.
Economic Prosperity –covers activities in our community that contribute to the economic prosperity of
individuals, households, businesses and the community as a whole.
Guiding document: Town of Banff Economic Prosperity Strategy
6.
Transportation – covers the factors that affect efficient and effective transportation of people and materials
in the town, including traffic management, parking, active transportation modes, public transit and good
delivery.
Guiding document: Town of Banff 2012 Transportation Master Plan Update
7.
Environment – covers activities that reduce the environment footprint of our community on our air, water,
land, flora and fauna.
Guiding document: The Town’s Environmental Stewardship Policy
2015 Service Review
Council’s service priorities are incorporated into the annual service review document. The 2015 Service Review
can be found here.
Agenda #2.2
Council Workplan
Note:
Blue highlight indicates a 2015-2018 Council Strategic Priority
Green highlight indicates a 2015 Service Review Priority
Purple highlight indicates a council directive to administration.
1st Quarter 2015
Recreation Grounds
3
Redevelopment Plan
Expected Date
Council
Meeting
Finance
Meeting
Other
Action/Status/Next
Steps
2015.03.23
Plan Adopted
Recreation & Leisure
Complete
Complete
Recreation &
Leisure/Environmental
Management
Complete
2015.02.23
Plan Adopted
Cemetery administrative
policy/procedure
Grounds/Operations
Admin
Complete
New administrative
procedures
implemented
2014 Social Assessment
Progress Report
FCSS
Complete
2015.01.26
Council Updated
Solar Incentive Program
Environmental
Management
Complete
2015.02.23
Incentive program
approved
Application to waive banner
fees application update
(COU15-29)
Communications
Complete
Application form
updated.
Recreation Master Plan –
3
Programs & Services
Trails Master Plan
1
2nd Quarter 2015
Expected Date
Double peak period
frequency on Sulphur
6
Mountain Route
Engineering
Complete
VRBO Enforcement Update
Planning
Complete
View Sheds Report
(COU15-39)
Planning
Complete
Multi Year Strategic Plan
Legislative Services
Complete
2015.03.09
Plan Adopted
Council
Meeting
Finance
Meeting
Other
Action/Status/Next
Steps
2015.04.13
Service doubled
June 27-Sep 7
2015.04.13
Council updated
Enforcement ongoing
2015.04.13
Council updated
No further action
2015.04.27
2015-2018 Strategic
Plan adopted
Agenda #2.2
Policy Development Policy &
Procedure
Corporate Services
Complete
Conduct Tabletop Disaster
Exercise
Fire Services
Complete
Solar PV Permit Fee Subsidy
(COU15-8)
Environmental
Management
Complete
Fruit tree removal incentives
(COU14-277)
Environmental
Management
Complete
Bow Falls viewpoint portable
washrooms (COU14-379)
Operations
3rd Quarter 2015
Traffic Bylaw Updates – Trail
Appropriate Use & Horse
1
Use
Slow Moving Vehicles
Report– COU15-133
Banff Elementary School
modernization program/ gym
4
building partnership
Complete
Expected Date
Environmental
Management/Bylaw
Services
Q4
Complete
Parking peak period shortfall
6
annual report
Engineering
Committee Appointment
Policy Review
Corporate Services
Bow Valley Rental Rate
Review /Staff
Accommodation Workshop
Corporate
Services/HR
External Compensation
Review
HR
Washed aggregate testing
Streets
Urban Forest Reserve
Grounds/Corporate
Services
Q4
Complete
Complete
October 26
Sept 28
Nov 9
Policy Adopted

Tabletop
Exercise
Participate as
Required
2015.04.27
DP & BP Fees Waived
Incentive program
approved

Project moved ahead
in capital budget for
further consideration

Council
Meeting
Finance
Meeting
Other
Action/Status/Next
Steps
2015.08.17 Slow
moving vehicles
amendments
deferred


Project approved
For information or
RFD if greater than
150
Policy amended.
Recruitment profiles
and applications
approved.



Policy adopted

Consider Options

Consider Options

Consider Options
Agenda #2.2
Facilities Cost Benchmarking
Facilities/Corporate
Services
Nov 9
N-Viro expansion to Canmore
Resource Recovery
Q4
Town owned lands cost
recovery model
Corporate Services
Nov 9
Renewable Energy Initiative
(COU14-394)
Environmental
Management
Taxi Bylaw Amendments –
Efficiencies (COU12-275)
Environmental
Management/Bylaw
Services
Laneway infringement report
(COU15-13)
Bylaw
Q4
Parkade Clearance Report
(COU15-35)
Engineering
Q4
Art Committee
Recommendation – Hoarding
(COU15-37)
Art Committee
Regulations for Temporary
Development Permits
(COU15-94)
Planning
4th Quarter 2015
Q4
Oct 13
Oct 26
Q4
Expected Date
Evaluate capital budget
against Economic Prosperity
5
themes
Corporate Services
Q4 Budget
Economic prosperity public
5
advisory group
Corporate Services
Q4
Environmental Master Plan
Compensation Policy
Development
7
Environmental
Management
HR


Council update

Consider options

Consider options

Consider adopting

For information

For information

For information

Council
Meeting
Consider options
Finance
Meeting
Other
Budget

Q4 Budget
Q4
Consider Options
For information
Set terms of
reference
Budget Request

Action/Status/Next
Steps
Consider options
Consider Adoption
Agenda #2.2
Economic Indicators
Feedback Update
Communications
Q4
Bylaw Review
Policy/Procedure
Corporate Services
Q4
Green Fleet Policy
Development
Fleet
Q4
Tunnel Mountain Pageantry
Plan
Grounds
Q4
10 – Year Urban Forest
Implementation Plan
Grounds
Q4
2013-2015 Urban Forest Plan
Grounds
Q4
Sewer Bylaw Review
Utilities
Q4
Waste Bylaw Review
Resource Recovery
Q4
Commercial Business
Recycling Opportunities –
Commercial Blue Bins
Resource Recovery
Q4
Out of Town Utility
Agreements
Corporate Services
Q4
Financial Plan Direction –
Housing Levy
Corporate Services
Q4
Solar PV Incentive Program
Update (COU15-9)
Environmental
Management
Q4
Snow reserve funding
options (COU14389)
Corporate Services
LUB Amendment – Mobile
vending CB district (COU1513)
Planning


Consider Options

Consider Options

Consider adoption

For information

For information

Consider adoption

Consider adoption

Consider options

Consider Options

Consider Options

Update
Consider changes

Nov 9
Q4
For Information

Consider options
Consider adoption
Agenda #2.2
Businesses survey results re: Farmers Market (COU1595)
Communications
Provincial heritage project
funding opportunities for
PW-128-14 – Bow River
Bridge Piers Maintenance
(COU14-370)
Engineering
Q4 Budget
Greenhouse gas emissions
study (COU14-364)
Environmental
Management
Q4 Budget
Enhanced Parent Link
Programs Services at 101
Bear (COU15-112)
FCSS
Q4 Budget
Skateboarding restriction
report (COU15-136)
Bylaw Services
Installation of additional
water bottle refill station
(COU15-140)
Utilities
Q4 Service
Review

Consider service and
options
Review of RV Parking Signage
(COU15-148)
Bylaw Services
Q4 Service
Review

options
Proactive Neighbourhood
Density Conversations
(COU15-154)
Planning and
Development
Q4 Service
Review

options
Review of Free Large Item
Pickup/Drop-off (COU15-155)
Resource & Recovery
Q4 Service
Review

options
Formation of society to
maintain dog park(s) (COU15161)
Q4 Service
Review

options
Expected date yet to be determined
Q4
Q4
Expected Date

For information

Update

Consider new service
request

Consider capital
project

Council
Meeting
Consider options
Finance
Meeting
Other
Action/Status/Next
Steps
Strategy/policy to deal with
inappropriate behaviours in
parks & public places
TBD
Consider options
Memorial Benches, Trees &
Graves Program
Grounds/Planning
TBD
Consider options
Agenda #2.2
Progress Reports on Master
Plans
Legislative Services
Quarterly Updates
Expected Date
Housing Sustainability
2
Priority Updates
Housing Sustainability
Quarterly
Transit Performance Metrics
Roam Transit
Quarterly
Housing Levy
Communications Strategy
Communications
Operations New Revenue
Updates (COU15-32)
Operations
Q2/Q4
Expected Date
Housing
Sustainability
2016
Long Term Transportation
Study – Increased Visitor
6
Numbers
Engineering
2016
Municipal Benchmarking
Initiative Report
Corporate Services
2016
Pedestrian Bridge Lighting
Implications (COU15-109)
Engineering
2016
2
Council
Meeting
Finance
Meeting
Other
Various forms
(Workshops/updates/
council reports)
Update
Update to be
provided as part of a
quarterly Housing
Sustainability Update.

2016
State of Housing Report
Format to be
determined
TBD

Council
Meeting




For review
Action/Status/Next
Steps
Ongoing
informational
updates and
requests for
decisions as
necessary
For Information
Update
For information
Updated – July 20
Finance
Meeting
Other
Action/Status/Next
Steps
For Information
For Information
For Review
Consider options
Regular Town of Banff Council Meeting
September 14, 2015
Page 51
Agenda Item 3.1
Unapproved
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL
of the Town of Banff in the Province of Alberta
Town Hall Council Chamber
Monday, September 14, 2015 at 2:00 pm
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT
Karen Sorensen
Mayor
Stavros Karlos
Councillor
Brian Standish
Councillor
Chip Olver
Councillor and Deputy Mayor
Corrie DiManno
Councillor and Acting Mayor
Ted Christensen
Councillor
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT
Grant Canning
Councillor
ADMINISTRATION PRESENT
Robert Earl
Chad Townsend
Nadine Setzer
PH Gagnon
Michael Geertsema
Kelly Gibson
Tara Johnston-Lee
1.0
Town Manager
Environmental Coordinator
Grounds Supervisor
Engineering Coordinator
Human Resources Administrator
Manager of Corporate Services
Municipal Clerk (Recorder)
CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the September 14, 2015 meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.
2.0
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2.1
Regular Meeting Agenda
COU15-164 Moved by Councillor Standish that council approve the agenda for the September 14, 2015 regular
meeting of council with the following amendment:
• under New Business add 10.3 Voting in Federal Election.
CARRIED
2.2
Received as information.
3.0
ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MINUTES
Minutes of the August 17, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council
3.1
COU15-165 Moved by Councillor DiManno that council adopt the minutes of the August 17, 2015 regular meeting
of council with the following amendment:
• delete repeated motion COU15-161 and renumber the subsequent motions accordingly.
CARRIED
Minutes approved by:
September 14, 2015
Page 52
Agenda Item 3.1
Unapproved
4.0
DELEGATIONS
There were no delegations.
5.0
5.1 Stuart Carre – Voting in Federal Election
Mr. Carre is a federal election campaign manager for the riding. Mr. Carre expressed his concern that
Banff residents may not be aware that the Fair Elections Act has changed federal voting identification
requirements. Mr. Carre requested that council take measures to make residents aware of new
identification requirements.
6.0
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
No unfinished business was considered.
7.0
BYLAWS AND STAFF REPORTS
7.1
Fruit Trees Replacement Incentive
Councillor Olver declared a conflict interest as she has a fruit tree on her property and left the meeting at
2:06 p.m
David Gummer representing Parks Canada was in the gallery and answered questions from council.
COU15-166 Moved by Councillor Karlos that council approve up to $6,000 from the Environment – Contracted
Services budget toward a jointly funded incentive program for the voluntary removal and replacement of
crab apple trees from private properties within the Town of Banff.
CARRIED
Christensen opposed
Councillor Olver returned to the meeting at 2:16 p.m.
7.2
Old Banff Cemetery Gate Project
COU15-167 Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council approve a $24,000 increase to project PW 144-14 Banff Old
Cemetery in the 2015 capital budget, funded from the general capital reserve to complete the gate
replacement project in 2015.
CARRIED
September 14, 2015
Page 53
Agenda Item 3.1
Unapproved
7.3
Roadway Project Prioritization Model Updates
COU15-168 Moved by Councillor Karlos that council:
i)
adopt land use/design parameters to be used in the asset management approach to
prioritizing roadway replacement projects for the ten year capital budget; and
ii)
adopt the corresponding proposed list of roadway replacement projects for the ten
year plan.
Street
Bear St
St-Julien
Rd
Banff Ave
Banff Ave
Bow Falls
Ave
From
To
Lynx St
Caribou
Wolf St Caribou
Wolverine St Julien
Grizzly St Wolverine
St
Elk St
Moose St
Buffalo St Start of
Spray Ave Glen Ave
Glen Ave Town
Boundary
Wolf St Bear St
Railway Mount
Ave
Norquay
Tunnel Otter St
Mountain
Mount
Railway
Norquay Ave
Overall
Total
Model
Score
302
265
276
206
Priorit
Design/Construction Year
Design/Construction Year As Sidewalk Road
Water SanitarySewer StreetLight Land
y Rank Focus
As approved for 2015
proposed for 2016 Budget SubTotal SubTotal SubTotal
SubTotal
SubTotal SubTotal
(based
Budget
on
model
score)
6
Visitor
20
2
7.5
120
2
150
2017/2018
2017/2018
10
Visitor
40
4
25
30
16
150
8 Resident
120
24
2.5
5
4
120
2018/2019
2018/2019
17 Resident
48
24
5
5
4
120
347
310
267
182
3
5
9
25
Visitor
Visitor
Visitor
Visitor
2019/2020
2020/2021
2019/2020
2020/2021
2022/2023
2021/2022
Banff Ave
Lynx St
361
356
1
2
Visitor
Visitor
2023/2024
2024/2025
Otter Ln
316
4
Visitor
Town
Boundary
292
7
Visitor
80
20
120
120
40
20
4
4
100
12.5
2.5
0
50
7.5
15
12.5
2
100
80
0
75
150
45
45
2022/2023
2023/2024
80
120
6
6
25
0
0
0
100
80
150
150
NEW
2024/2025
120
24
12.5
7.5
2
150
NEW
2025/2026
120
20
0
0
2
150
CARRIED
7.4
Employee Housing Administration Policy C2000
COU15-169 Moved by Councillor DiManno that council adopt Policy C2000 – Employee Housing Administration
and rescind Policy C047-1 to allow it to be reclassified as Administrative Policy A2000.
CARRIED
7.5
Committee Appointments Policy C019-1 and 2015 Recruitment Profiles and Applications
COU15-170 Moved by Councillor Standish that council:
i) approve the amended Committee Appointments Policy C019-1.
ii) approve the 2015-2016 council committee recruitment profiles and application
questions.
CARRIED
7.6
2016 Financial Plan
COU15-171 Moved by Councillor DiManno that council adopt the 2016 Financial Plan.
CARRIED
September 14, 2015
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8.0
Agenda Item 3.1
Unapproved
COMMITTEE REPORTS
8.1
Minutes of the June 17, 2015 meeting of the Bow Valley Waste Management
Commission
8.2
Minutes of the April 16, 2015 meeting of the Banff Heritage Corporation Board
9.0
CORRESPONDENCE
None received.
10.0
NEW BUSINESS
10.1 Deputy and Acting Mayor Appointments
COU15-172 Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council appoint:
i) Councillor DiManno as Deputy Mayor effective September 21, 2015 until April 30, 2016;
and
ii) Councillor Christensen as Acting Mayor effective September 21, 2015 until April 30,
2016.
CARRIED
10.2 Library Board Reappointment
COU15-173 Moved by Councillor Karlos that council:
i) suspend section 12.2 (a) of Procedures Bylaw 44-6; and that;
ii) in accordance with section 12.2 of Procedures Bylaw 44-6 and section 4(4) of the Libraries Act,
that council reappoint Jesse Harding to a fourth term on the Banff Public Library Board for a
term of three years expiring the annual organizational meeting of council 2018.
CARRIED
10.3 Voting in the Federal Election
COU15-174 Moved by Councillor Olver that council direct administration to provide the following information on
the Town Page and on Banff.ca with regard to the federal election:
i) where to register to vote;
ii) how to confirm inclusion on the voters list;
iii) how to change an address;
iv) a link to the Elections Canada website;
v) the toll-free number to the Cochrane returning officer’s office.
COU15-175 Moved by Mayor Sorensen that council amend motion COU15-174 by removing bullet points (i) (ii) and
(iii).
CARRIED
Olver and Christensen opposed
September 14, 2015
Page 55
Agenda Item 3.1
Unapproved
The vote followed on motion COU15-174 as amended: that council direct administration to provide the
following information on the Town Page and on Banff.ca with regard to the federal election:
i) a link to the Elections Canada website;
ii) the toll-free number to the Cochrane returning officer’s office.
CARRIED
Olver and Christensen opposed
11.0
None received.
12.0 ADJOURNMENT
COU15-176 Moved by Councillor Standish that council adjourn the September 14, 2015 regular meeting of council at
3:23 p.m.
CARRIED
_____________________
Karen Sorensen
Mayor
_______________________
Tara Johnston-Lee
Municipal Clerk
Agenda Item 4.1
September 22, 2015
Mayor and Council
Town of Banff
Box 1260
Banff, AB T1L 1A1
Dear Mayor and Council,
Thank you for providing us with the opportunity to present to Council, on September 28,
2015. Our goal is to provide a brief organizational update and strategic priorities with a
focus on housing.
The YWCA has a long history in the affordable housing business and we are committed to
looking at opportunities to utilize our land, location and housing experience to address the
community housing shortage. We require resources and expertise to develop housing
options that will benefit our community.
We are asking Council for Town of Banff support, to formally work with the YWCA to
explore housing options for Council’s future consideration.
Please find attached a copy of our 2014-15 Annual Report and our 2015-2020 Strategic Plan
Summary for background information.
Best Regards,
Connie MacDonald
Chief Executive Officer
STRATEGIC PLAN
2015-2020
OUR MISSION
Empowering women, girls and our community through leadership development,
advocacy, and the provision of relevant programming and services.
OUR VALUES
A WOMAN’S
PERSPECTIVE
ACCOUNTABILITY
COOPERATION
GLOBAL CONNECTION
GRATITUDE
SERVICE
CULTURE
Women must be leaders in shaping social, economic and cultural
directions to achieve equality for all women.
We are accountable as professionals and advocates to our
organization and the people and communities we serve.
We are connected to the community and other professionals, committed
to learning and working meaningfully together to empower and promote
the well-being of women, girls and our community.
We are interconnected through a global movement
to women and their families.
We appreciate and respect the generosity of those who help us
to achieve our goals.
We provide professional service and create an environment that is
open, respectful and welcoming.
We value a positive and cohesive culture shaped by personal
integrity, diversity and a creative approach to new ideas.
OUR DESIRED OUTCOMES
• Respect for the human rights of women and girls.
• Provide and advocate for suitable emergency and transitional housing; and
permanent affordable housing.
• Advance the leadership of women and girls.
• A sustainable community-based organization.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Programs & Services that advance the rights and freedoms of women and girls
with a focus on respectful relationships, domestic and sexualized violence.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Full-service shelter program for persons in the Bow Valley experiencing abuse by partner;
Provision of specialized sexualized assault services and Community Response Team.
A Trauma-informed and Response Based Program and Services model.
Services for men and boys including treatment for abusers/perpetrators.
Culturally appropriate delivery of services and programs for immigrants and LGBQT populations.
Outreach education, prevention and awareness services to Bow Valley students.
Public education and awareness campaigns will increase knowledge and advocacy around the
rights of women and girls.
Foster leadership development and advocacy.
•
•
•
•
•
Enhance community support and advocacy for strategic priorities with government, business
& community leaders.
Demonstrate strong leadership practice internally and with external community partners.
Leadership and mentorship opportunities will be available for staff, volunteers and targeted
community groups including special populations.
Enhance Board and staff participation within YWCA Canada
YWCA operates with clear policy governance and guidelines.
Provide, develop and advocate for a continuum of suitable housing within
the Bow Valley.
•
•
•
•
LeverageYWCA resources to expand suitable housing options.
Secure suitable purpose-built shelter and transition housing for victims of domestic/sexual
violence by 2020.
A balanced capital investment plan to improve facilities and increase ROI.
Affordable, safe short and long term housing options are available to the community, including
special populations.
Build a sustainable organization respected for exceptional people, service provision
and best practices, resulting in robust social and community investment.
•
•
•
•
•
YWCA Staff and volunteers are aligned with the YWCA mission and engaged, knowledgeable
advocates in our community.
Social enterprise will account for a positive net contribution on an annual basis.
Build financial sustainability through an integrated Fund Development plan that incorporates
individual, corporate and philanthropic giving.
A consistent, professional presence and voice in the community to address a range of issues
relevant to our mission.
Move towards launching YWCA Bow Valley!
102 Spray Avenue, Box 520, Banff, AB T1L1A6
T: 403.762.3560 F: 403.760.3204 [email protected]
ANNUAL
REPORT
2014/15
Our mission
is empowering women,
girls and our community
through
leadership development,
advocacy, and the
provision of relevant
programming and services. 2
| YWCA BANFF 2015 ANNUAL REPORT
MESSAGE FROM THE
CEO & PRESIDENT
I
T has been a year of rethinking, reshaping and
refreshing our organization as we strive to deliver
high-quality, relevant programming; nurture a
positive and productive employee culture; and
achieve financial stability for our organization
through social enterprise and fund development.
The launch of our new 5-year strategic plan details
an ambitious roadmap to guide our direction and
actions.
Of course, we would not have been successful
without the support of our many sponsors, donors,
members, friends, champions and community
leaders. We are grateful for our on-going supporters
and have moved Paula Krupa into the role of Fund
Development manager to better address our
communications, marketing and fundraising
initiatives.
We continue our work in schools offering a variety
of programs for youth in Banff, Canmore and Exshaw
focused on supporting young people to develop the
skills to build healthy relationships and positive selfesteem. We also saw a significant increase in the use
of shelter and counselling services for both women
and children experiencing violence.
We are also grateful for the agency support we have
received from our many colleagues, and excited
about the connections we are making in Lake
Louise, Exshaw and Canmore as we continue to
promote a Bow Valley approach to service delivery.
And finally, we’d like to recognize our employee
team and Board members, who are committed to
working together to empower women, girls and our
community.
Community support for this work is strong and we
were thrilled with the engagement experienced
through our outreach and launch of the VINEart
Gala Auction in Canmore. Our YWCA awareness
campaigns continue to grow with strong attendance
and readership at our events and through our social
media outreach.
It’s been a productive, dynamic year and now with
our new strategic plan in place, we look forward to a
clear path and digging in to do the work.
Thank you for being part of our journey!
At the governance level, the YWCA Board invested
time to increase their knowledge of advocacy issues;
to review governance practices and recruit new directors with skills, interests, experience and demographics to enable strong governance into the future.
Connie MacDonald
Chief Executive Officer
Susan Kennard
President
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Susan Kennard - President | Wendy Kuiper - Vice President
Barbara Buchmann - Treasurer | Suzanne White - Secretary
Audrey Denholm - Director | Shannon Fountain - Director | Lori McLain - Director
Kerry Miller - Director | Natali Schindler - Director | Ghada Wirth - Director
Connie MacDonald - Chief Executive Officer
YWCA BANFF 2015 ANNUAL REPORT |
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PROGRAMS
& SERVICES
The YWCA Banff Programs &
Services department provides
a wide range of services based
on best practice, including
awareness, prevention and
one-on-one support.
Working from a responsebased and trauma-informed
approach, our clients are
honoured and empowered to
make their own informed and
safety-focused decisions.
Services are confidential and
free of charge.
T
HE YWCA Banff is committed to the rights and dignity of women and children in our society. Our
continuum of services are based on best practice protocols focusing on safety and well-being;
coordinated and multidisciplinary community response; service quality; and the diversity of all
individuals.
The primary focus of the Programs & Services team is supporting women and children who are experiencing
intimate partner violence, as well as community outreach work in the prevention of intimate partner and
sexualized violence. Our team supports clients looking for information and referrals around community
resources, support, and housing.
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“The YWCA Banff
is committed to the
rights and dignity
of women and
children in our
society.”
EMERGENCY SHELTER
Facilitation and access to the Bow Valley Women’s Emergency Shelter or an
alternative safe place for women and children experiencing family violence.
AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS & COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Awareness campaigns focus on issues of violence against women, and information
pertaining to healthy relationships. Support and celebration of annual events such as
International Women’s Day, Week without Violence, and The Rose Campaign - Canada’s
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
SUPPORT COUNSELLING
For individuals or families who have experienced family violence; for couples
seeking to improve their relationship, or to provide support around relationships at risk;
for individuals dealing with recovery from emotional, physical or sexual abuse.
PREVENTION PROGRAMMING
For elementary and high school age children. ‘Girls Circle’ and ‘Boys Council’ aimed at
promoting positive self-esteem and healthy relationship in youth; Power of Being a Girl
conference aimed at empowering young girls; presentations in Career and Life
Management (CALM) curriculum classes promoting healthy relationships.
INFORMATION & REFERRAL
For those needing support and access to services; income support; low cost or no cost help
with basic needs; food bank; mental health referrals; addiction referrals; and landlord and
tenant forms.
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COMMUNITY
PROGRAMS
Women’s Circle
A support group for women to share and
explore, empower, build skills, and encourage
one another to live authentically in mind, body,
heart and spirit. Circles convene weekly for
2hours for 10 consecutive weeks. Women’s
Circles offer participation in meaningful
discussions, creative arts, and skill building
activities with a focus on topics and issues that
are relevant to their lives. The curriculum is
based on the ‘Women’s Circle’ program
developed by the One Circle Foundation
which is a model of structured support groups
for women. Women’s Circle is offered in Lake
Louise, Banff, and Canmore.
Community Helpers – Town of Banff
The Community Helpers Program provides the
mechanisms to identify and support existing
“natural” helpers for youth and young adults in
the community. The program doesn’t create
volunteers but finds a way, through an
anonymous survey, to discover the community
members that youth and young adults already
relate to when they have a mental health
problem.
The YWCA Banff partnership with the Town of
Banff provides the helpers with the opportunity to learn more about healthy relationships,
intimate partner violence, sexualized assault
and the training to strengthen their support
and referral skills. The intent of the program is
to build a bridge between the informal and
formal support in the community and to
provide awareness of existing supports and
services in the community.
This program is funded by Alberta Health
Services.
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CHILDREN &
YOUTH
PROGRAMS
Girls Circle
A structured support group for girls from 9-18
years which integrates relational theory, resiliency practices, and skills training. The overarching theme of the program is “Friendship”,
and the objective is to foster self-esteem, help
girls build and maintain authentic connections
with peers, increase and develop capacity for
empathy, counter trends towards self-doubt
and allow for genuine self-expression. The curriculum is based on the ‘Girls Circle’ program
developed by the One Circle Foundation which
is a model of structured support groups for
girls. The ‘Girls Circle’ program is delivered to
elementary school students in Banff, Canmore
and Exshaw.
Power of Being A Girl
For a lot of young women, the teenage years
can represent a challenging and difficult phase.
The Power of Being a Girl ™ Conference helps
to recognize those challenges and work towards solutions with a day of empowering
workshops and speakers to help girls embrace
who they are. The day focuses on discussion
and dialogue about issues that young women
face in our community such as body image,
self-esteem and living a healthy active lifestyle.
The workshop topics that are presented at the
conference are healthy relationships, media and
body image, and communication, along with a
myriad of interactive and engaging discussions.
Through participation in the conference, the
girls build skills that can be transferred to all
facets of their lives as they develop into healthy
independent women.
Healthy Youth Relationships
Healthy Youth Relationships looks at healthy
and unhealthy peer romantic relationships. This
program helps young people identify healthy
dating relationships, abuse in a dating relationship, consent, protection and reporting procedures, and where to find support. The workshop
reviews the legal definitions and ramifications
of physical and sexualized assaults. Written
scenarios, group work and a video support this
information and identify warning signs such as
emotional harassment. The curriculum is based
on the ‘Healthy Youth Relationships’ program
developed by the Canadian Red Cross.
The Healthy Youth Relationships program is
delivered to Bow Valley High School students
within their CALM (Career and Life Management) class curriculum.
Boys Council
A strengths-based group approach to promote
boys’ and young men’s safe and healthy passage through pre-teen and adolescent years,
Boys Council explores themes that pre-teens
and early adolescents encounter. The Council
strives to break down social-cultural barriers,
explore motives and actions around put-downs,
encourages knowing personal rights, defines assumptions about male power, respecting others’
physical boundaries, understanding and using
the energy of strong emotions, and standing up
for each other in community. In this structured
environment, boys and young men gain the vital
opportunity to address masculine definitions
and behaviors and build their capacities to find
their innate value and create better lives – individually and collectively. The curriculum is
based on the ‘Boys Council’ program developed
by the One Circle Foundation which is a model
of structured support groups for boys.
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BOW VALLEY WOMEN’S
EMERGENCY SHELTER
“What if you felt you had nowhere to go?”
M
OST of us look forward to returning home at the end
of a long day. Our home is our sanctuary. Imagine if you
were afraid to go home. Imagine if you feared spending
your evening being assaulted and trying to protect your children
from violence. What if you were afraid that your life would end at
the hands of someone you loved – possibly leaving your children in
their care? What if you felt you had nowhere to go?
While we are fortunate to live in one of the most beautiful places
on earth; Alberta also has one of the highest rates of domestic
violence and abuse in Canada. The Bow Valley is not immune.
Violence against women transcends cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic conditions. It includes physical or sexual violence as well
as emotional, verbal and or financial abuse.
Many factors contribute to abuse including financial stress, housing issues, parenting challenges and natural disasters – familiar
themes in the expensive, housing-crunched Bow Valley.
The Bow Valley Women’s Emergency Shelter (BVWES) is the
only local resource dedicated to supporting women and their
children who are fleeing violent situations. The Emergency Shelter
is operated by the YWCA with support from other community
agencies including Bow Valley Victim Services, Banff and Canmore
Hospitals and the RCMP. Services include safety planning, referrals, counseling, access to food, clothing, and transportation and if
necessary, a safe place to stay for women and their children.
Local facilities are limited and offer no access to transition housing for women who require a place to stay after leaving the shelter.
This often forces abused women to leave their community and
their jobs and adds significant barriers to their transition.
The YWCA’s goal is to ensure women and children who are fleeing
violence have suitable emergency shelter facilities and transition
housing in the Bow Valley.
Our goal is to ensure home is a safe place for women
and children in our community.
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The Bow Valley Emergency
Shelter has only one fully
dedicated space to serve
women in the Bow Valley.
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20 WOMEN &
17 CHILDREN
Accessed the shelter
between April 1, 2014 and
March 31, 2015 spending
a cumulative total of just
over 495 nights.
25 PEOPLE
received outreach
services and support for
domestic violence related
issues during this period.
VINEART GALA & AUCTION
Supporting the Bow Valley Women’s Emergency Shelter
V
INEART came to life because a small group had a big
idea: a one-of-a-kind event to support the Bow Valley
Women’s Emergency Shelter.
VINEart was conceived to raise awareness that our Bow
Valley community is not immune to the ugliness of domestic
violence; to ensure we meet the basics needs for women and
their children who seek to leave violent home environments; and
to lay the groundwork for a five-year plan to meet the longerterm and broader service and facility needs of the Bow Valley.
Currently, the Bow Valley Shelter is the only local resource
dedicated to supporting women and their children who are
experiencing violence. One is not enough. On March 14, 2015, the first VINEart Gala & Auction took place
at Silvertip Resort and the event was an overwhelming success,
raising $80,000. Our immense gratitude goes out to the guests,
sponsors, advocates and supporters. All of the proceeds will
benefit our current shelter operations and help us expand the
services towards suitable emergency shelter facilities and
transition housing in the Bow Valley. Above right: Canmore Mayor John Borrowman & Banff Mayor Karen Sorensen
share a toast at the 1st Annual VINEart Gala
Below right: Presenting sponsors Wendy Wacko of Mountain Galleries at the
Fairmont and David Roberts of the Fairmont Banff Springs
Lorinda Stewart
L
ORINDA Stewart is best known for negotiating the
release of her daughter Amanda Lindhout from
Somali kidnappers in 2009.
A less known story is that of her own triumph over
domestic abuse. A single mother with three children,
Stewart was living in a cycle of abuse before finally
finding herself at a local shelter. She eventually joined
the board of directors of the Central Alberta Women’s
Emergency Shelter. Lorinda is a powerful voice and
inspiration for women living in violence situations.
VINEart Honorary Chairperson Lorinda Stewart shares her story
with attendees of the VINEart Gala
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AWARENESS & FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Girl Rising Film Screenings
A
ROUND the world, millions of girls face barriers to education that boys do not. And yet,
when you educate a girl you can break cycles of poverty in just one generation.
Girl Rising is directed by Academy Award nominee Richard Robbins and tells stories of nine
extraordinary girls across the world who are fighting for their rights and overcoming barriers such
as poverty and lack of education. It showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power
of education to change the world. It is written by celebrated writers and narrated by renowned
actresses including Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway and others.
We screened this powerful film in May 2014 to students from Canmore Collegiate and Banff
Community high schools, followed by discussions with the students about the transformative
power of education and gender equality.
Week Without Violence
E
ACH year during the third week of October, Canadians bond with
people in over 90 countries around the world to mark YWCA’s Week
Without Violence, a week-long series of community events promoting
diverse approaches to creating a violence-free world. More than 17,000
people in schools, workplaces and neighbourhood organizations
throughout Canada recognize this annual violence prevention initiative
aimed at making violence a thing of the past.
Last year between October 6 and 16th, we held two events with the Girl’s
Club at Banff Elementary School to discuss ideas for creating a world
without violence and using music to promote a violence free world. The
group expressed their ideas with a dance and a poster project.
International Day of the Girl
D
URING International Day of the Girl in October 2014
we met with students from Banff Community High
School to discuss young women’s leadership. We
connected with smart, passionate young leaders who care
about making a difference in their communities and around
the world.
We also staged Girls In The Lead social media take-over, giving students the tools to manage our social media platforms
for the day. Here is one of the posts of that day, created by
this young leader:
Women and girls all around the world are not looking to take any privileges away from men, they are simply requesting equal
privileges and opportunity. When you break us all down we are all human and each and every one of us deserve the basic rights
of equality! This world could benefit so greatly from empowered women and it is going to require help from everyone to make this
happen.
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- Jessie Orchin
“25 years later, we are still working towards equality and ending violence against women and girls.
25 years later, we still remember.”
Light the Night and Rose Campaign
National Day of Remembrance
O
N December 6 we joined Canada in commemorating a National
Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women by
participating in the Light the Night Against Violence campaign. 2014 marked the 25th anniversary of the Montreal massacre where 14
young women were murdered by a gunman who specifically targeted
women and denounced feminism at École Polytechnique de Montréal.
As part of Light the Night, we projected a large rose on the YWCA building
and held a small candlelight vigil on the Y Bridge. We also hosted a Rose
Campaign luncheon with keynote speaker Karen Kuntz telling a story of
surviving sexual assault. The Rose Campaign is a national advocacy
campaign to end violence against women and our annual luncheons
address topics related to the challenges faced by women in Canada and
in the world, and how we can advocate on their behalf.
WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES
W
ALK A Mile In Her Shoes is an annual fundraiser which brings men together to walk in high heel shoes and take
a stand against domestic violence – raising funds, friends and awareness for violence prevention work in the Bow
Valley. In the past six years, we have seen 930 men walk with us to raise a total of over $295,000 for our programs
and services.
At the 2014 event our walkers, donors, volunteers and sponsors helped to raise $60,000 to support Bow Valley wide programs
that focus on promoting healthy relationships and preventing violence in our community.
Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this community event. For more information and to join Walk A Mile
2015 go to www.bowvalleywalkamile.ca
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International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8th around the world, recognizing the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. YWCA Banff and Soroptimist International celebrated IWD with someone very special –
Sally Armstrong, a voice for women and girls everywhere. Sally Armstrong has covered stories in zones of conflict all over the world. From Bosnia
and Somalia to Rwanda and Afghanistan, her eyewitness reports have earned her the
Amnesty International Media Awards three times over, as well as acclaim worldwide.
In addition to her journalism, Armstrong is the author of several books including
her most recent title, Ascent of Women: Our Turn, Our Way: A Remarkable Story of
World-Wide Change.
Sally is a captivating speaker and she had our full attention when she took the podium,
sharing with us her experiences as a journalist and discussing the recent shifts she has
seen for women and girls.
L to R: Yvonne Machuk, Joanna Karlos & Anne Goulet
of Soroptimist International of Banff National Park &
Canmore with Sally Armstrong
Women of Distinction Awards
On March 5th, 2015, the YWCA Banff and Soroptimist of Banff National Park & Canmore presented three women leaders in
our community with the 1st annual Bow Valley Women of Distinction Awards.
These awards recognize local women who through their own initiative, ability and effort have demonstrated exemplary
achievement in their fields. These women are role models and an inspiration. They have made substantial contributions to
the social fabric of our community in unique ways. Whether recognized as trailblazers in their field or young women on the
rise, they are pathfinders, bringing forth the key issues facing Canadian women today. Carla Pauls
Carla has worked for Canadian Rockies
Public Schools as the counsellor at Exshaw
School since 2005. Her most recent work
with the Nakoda Elders Wisdom Society
secured funding with the goal of addressing
the high number of suicides, unemployment,
addictions, violence and poverty within the
First Nation. Her commitment to working
with Elders from the Nation includes several
different programs within Canadian Rockies
Public Schools which continue to grow and
gather community support by building
relationships, understanding and trust.
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Corrie DiManno
Corrie’s catalyst for grassroots community
engagement happened when she first began
working for the Banff Crag & Canyon as a
photojournalist in 2009. Corrie was elected
as the youngest town councillor ever in Banff
at the age of 26. She has also been working
for the Banff Community Foundation. Corrie
is currently the managing editor of Highline
Magazine where she helps to craft the voice
of the mountain culture community into
words and onto pages. Since 2014, she has
been volunteering as the co-organizer of
Banff PRIDE and she is also a new mentor in
the Bow Valley Mentoring Program.
Bev Carrick
Bev’s overseas experience dates from 1974
when she was a famine relief nurse in
Ethiopia. She and her husband directed
relief and development activities throughout
sub-Saharan Africa and Central America
from 1974 to 1982. Since 1984, Bev has led
a Canmore-based charitable organization
CAUSE Canada as the Executive Director to
implement international relief and development projects in West Africa and Central
America. She has also provided leadership to
CAUSE Canada teams in Guatemala,
Honduras and Sierra Leone in a program
benefitting 700 rural women by providing
training in leadership, literacy and business.
ANNUAL EVENTS SCHEDULE
September 16, 2015
October 11, 2015
October 12-16, 2015
November 2015
Bow Valley Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
This lighthearted event brings men together to take a stand against domestic
violence, raising funds and awareness for violence prevention work in the Bow
Valley. This year’s event takes place in Canmore at the Civic Centre Plaza and will
return to Banff in 2016.
International Day of the Girl Child
Launched by the United Nations in 2012, this day recognizes girls’ rights and the
unique challenges faced by girls around the world.
Week Without Violence
Canadians bond with people in over 90 countries around the world, with a weeklong series of community events promoting diverse approaches to creating a
violence-free world.
Family Violence Prevention Month
A provincial initiative to raise awareness around family violence and available
resources.
December 3, 2015
Rose Campaign Luncheon
This event is in honour of Canada’s National Day of Remembrance and Action on
Violence Against Women.
March 3, 2016
Women of Distinction Awards
These awards recognize local women who through their own initiative, ability and
effort have demonstrated exemplary achievement in their fields.
March 8, 2016
International Women’s Day
IWD is celebrated annually on March 8th around the world, celebrating the
economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future.
March 12, 2016
April 24, 2016
VINEart Gala and Auction
Benefitting the Bow Valley Women’s Emergency Shelter
World YWCA Day
An opportunity for YWCAs around the world to celebrate the work and the women
of the YWCA.
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RESIDENCE
100%
120
Permanent
Residence
139
New
Placements
205
New
Applications
Occupancy
Access to safe, comfortable and appropriate housing for all
Banff residents is an important aspect of our community and
individual well-being.
As one of Banff’s oldest providers of managed accommodation,
the YWCA is committed to being part of the housing solution
in the community. Currently the YWCA provides permanent
residence for up to 120 men and women who work in the local
service industry.
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people were assisted with
crisis housing, for a total of 93
nights through Hard to House
Coalition (H2HC) funding.
H2HC is a group of local
agencies and organizations
that address emergency
housing issues in Banff.
Members include Full Gospel
Church, Banff Park Church,
Town of Banff FCSS, Alberta
Health Services, the Job
Resource Centre and YWCA
Banff.
The YWCA Banff participated on the
Banff Community Housing Strategy Committee
which published the
Community Housing Strategy
adopted by Banff Town Council in October 2014.
The full document is available at:
https://www.banff.ca/DocumentCenter/
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HOME SWEET HOME
AMERICAN FAMILY GINGERBREAD RESIDENCE
T
HE Gingerbread Residence at the YWCA was built in the 1930’s for hospital staff and last renovated in the 1950’s. The
grey/brown building located at the end of the Y Bridge is now the home of 22 local residents who mainly work in our
service industry.
YWCA management were keen to renovate the building but capital funds were not easy to come by. A matching grant from the
Alberta Community Infrastructure Program for $50,000 was
secured in 2011 but hopes were wearing thin to find a matching
partner until Fairmont Banff Springs connected us with
American Family Insurance (AmFam) in 2013. American Family
was scheduled to host a large conference in Banff and as part
of their program they wanted to find a way to give back to
the community as part of their corporate social responsibility
program.
After a number of meetings, American Family committed to supporting the renovation of the Gingerbread Residence with
a $50,000 USD donation. The construction required residents to move out of the building so we decided to leverage this
opportunity to undertake a more major renovation and the Home Sweet Home campaign was launched. The Banff Trail Riders
stepped up with $1300 from their Stampede Breakfast. This was quickly followed by a $30,000 grant from the Town of Banff
and an additional $45,000 from the Alberta Rural Development Network.
The renovation began on October 6, 2014 and was completed on time and on-budget in December. The project included the
renovation of five bathrooms, two new kitchens, a refresh of the original kitchen, new external stairs, appliances, a new roof,
interior paint, and new flooring in the hallways. The final stage will be a fresh coat of paint on the exterior.
We were thrilled with the final results and it was rewarding to see and hear the reactions of our residents. The changes were
more than expected and the spaces look and feel comfortable, clean, welcoming, and they convey a sense of dignity for our
long-term residents. Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported this project and to our friends at Fairmont Banff Springs
and American Family Insurance for kickstarting this initiative.
Jack Salzwedel, Chairman and CEO of American Family Insurance presents
YWCA CEO, Connie MacDonald, with Karen Sorensen Mayor, Town of Banff ,
the $50,000 USD funds to kickstart the Home Sweet Home Campaign.
American Family Gingerbread Residence
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SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
The YWCA Banff Hotel
A
fter 25 years of operating the Banff Y Mountain Lodge, we’ve updated our name and look to better reflect the
experience and facilities that we offer our guests as part of an overall brand refresh.
So what’s in a name?
Y
H
B
O
WCA – As a social enterprise, all profits
generated through our hotel are used to support
community programs like the Bow Valley
Women’s Emergency Shelter, violence prevention
education and outreach in local schools and affordable
housing. People who use the hotel facilities at the YWCA
are contributing to the Bow Valley community in a unique
way. Pillows for Purpose!!
ANFF – Located in our iconic town and Canada’s
finest National Park, Banff attracts travellers,
visitors and job seeks from all over the works to
experience the community and environment. Our
hotel is based in Banff, but programs serve the Bow Valley.
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OTEL – Although mountain lodge has a nice ring
to it, our facilities and services are best identified
as a small hotel. We offer simple, affordable,
conveniently located private rooms. We also
offer affordable, shared hostel-style accommodation ideal
for travellers, job seekers and national park enthusiasts
looking for short term accommodation. Men, women, and
families are all welcome.
UR promise – Conveniently located in
downtown Banff, we offer simple, affordable,
hotel accommodation for all persons, supported
by a helpful team who align with the values of
the YWCA and are committed to creating positive guest
experiences.
CAFE
Our licenced cafe serves affordable
breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
Enjoy the mountain view from our
sunny outdoor patio. Try the local’s
favourite chipotle burger with fresh
cut fries!
MEETINGS
The YWCA Banff Hotel offers the
following meeting spaces:
The Great Room:
1300 square feet, max. capacity 80
The Kay Watt Training Centre:
The Dining Room:
600 square feet, max capacity 60
The Board Room:
WEDDINGS
A simple and affordable choice
Convenient location on the Bow River
Ideal for groups of up to 50
Room Packages available
Friendly and attentive staff
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DONORS & SPONSORS
Thank you to all our corporate donors, individuals & supporters
VINEart Gala & Auction
Event Sponsors
Presenting Vintage
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Mountain Galleries at the Fairmont
Champagne
Silvertip Resort
Lake Louise Ski Resort
Bordeaux
WestJet
Fallen Leaf Art Gallery
Chardonnay
Diamond C Land & Cattle Inc.
Home Building Centre
Lafarge
Veuve Clicquot
Banff Hospitality Collective
South by Southwest Wine Imports
North by Northwest Wine Imports
Media Sponsors
Rocky Mountain Outlook
106.5 Mountain FM
Event Donors & Sponsors
Air Canada
Andrew Peller
Appelation Wine Marketing
Artisan Wines
Banff Airporter
Banff Hospitality
Banff Lake Louise Ski Resorts
Benziger Family Wintery
Bonvida Wines
Bruce Palmer
Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts
Cave & Basin National Historic Site
Cellar Door Wine
Charlie Easton
Columbia Energy
Crimson Imports
Crush Imports
Diamond C Land & Cattle Inc.
Dream Wines
Elevation Gallery
Esker Foundation
Faimont Chateau Whistler
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Sonoma Mission
Fallen Leaf Gallery
Hertz Car Rental
Iron Goat
John Webster
Lake Breeze Vineyards
Lanigan & Edwards Wine Merchants
Marina’s Wines
Melissa Woodcock
Mountain Galleries at the Fairmont
Nobillis Wine Importers
Paintbox Lodge
Redback Wine Imports Ltd.
Renaissance Wine & Spirits
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Roland Rollinmud
Sea to Sky Gondola
Skoki Lodge
Ski Lake Louise
Sugo Restaurant
Tandem Wine Selection
Bow Valley Women’s Emergency
Shelter supported by Ladies In Red
W
E were thrilled to be invited as the charity of choice
for the 2015 gathering of Canmore’s philanthropic
group Ladies in Red. Ladies in Red meet every
year and raise money for local charities. This year, 67 women
gathered to connect with each other and show support for the
Bow Valley Women’s Emergency Shelter. The group donated
$2,230 from their raffle to the YWCA Banff.
Thank you for your support Ladies In Red!
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Tannin Fine Wines Ltd.
The Wine Syndicate
Therapy Vineyards
Tim Holz
Treasury Wine Estate
Trialto
Vancouver Art Gallery
Vendemmia International Wines Ltd.
Wendy Wacko
West Jet
Whitewater Cooks
Whyte Museum
Yves Trepanier
Valley Building Materials Ltd
Columbia Energy Inc.
Donors & Supporters
Aimee Woo
Alison Nagel
Chris Bartolomie
Debra Hoven
Diane Roberts
Eleanor Benham
Ella McQuinn
Esme Comfort
Gillian Innes
Kate Flannery
Lisa Vinderskov
Lori Bayne
Marilyn Bell
Mary Robbins
Natasha Egan
Royal LePage Rocky Mountain Realty
Sally Caudill
Sandra Richer
DONORS & SPONSORS
Bow Valley Women’s Emergency Shelter
Anita McDonald
Brandon Bell
Diane Gibson
Evelyn Matthews
Joan Dunkley and Don Gardner
Katrine Maurer
Lanmar Enterprises Ltd.
Rocky Mountain Agencies
Santa’s Anonymous
Shoppers Drug Mart Life Foundation
Silvia Stettler
Banff Marathon
W
E are grateful to
have been the 2014
Marathon’s charity
of choice for the second time in
2014, receiving $3,000
towards our programming.
Generous Donation From 100 Women Who
Care Rockies
A
major thank you to our friends at 100 Women Who Care Rockies who
so graciously showed their support for our organization by donating
$11,000 to help support our programs that facilitate safe shelter for
women and their children experiencing violence.
YWCA was the second
recipient picked by the newly
formed 100 Women Who
Care Rockies chapter, made
up of local Bow Valley women
who democratically decide
each quarter of the year to
provide charitable funding for
a local organization.
Donors & Supporters
Allan Baker
B.C. Real Estate Association
Bob Aishford
Calgary Flames Foundation
Charlton’s Evergreen Court Ltd.
Connie MacDonald
Dorothy Carleton
Elizabeth Hall-Findlay
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Grade Six Banff Elementary School
Hugh Arklie
James McCulloch
Jonathan Ball
Lori Cote
Lorraine Widmer
Marilyn Gomez
Nonie Rideout
Reginald Bunyan & Barbara Bertch
Sandra Richer
Shoppers Drug Mart 2332
Soroptimist International
Susan McElhanney
Suzanne Toal
The Banff Centre
Toccata For Her
Unifor Local 4050
Wawwansea Insurance
American Family Insurance
Our deepest thanks to American Family Insurance for
supporting the renovation of the Gingerbread Residence with
a $50,000 USD donation.
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DONORS & SPONSORS
Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
Presenting Sponsor
Banff Ave Brewing Co.
Platform Sponsors
Rocky Mountain Telecom Corp.
Banff Marathon
Stiletto Sponsors
Rocky Mountain Victory Church
BITE Family Dentistry
Nortruck
Nesters Market
Fairmont Banff Springs
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Sunset Alpine
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Sandal Sponsors
Bow Valley Ford
Town of Banff
Banff Lake Louise Tourism
Spring Creek Village
Town of Canmore
The Phone Store
Coca-Cola
Old Dutch Foods
Calgary Italian Bakery
Subway
Bike Brothers
Banff Sign Co.
Tim Hortons
Media Sponsors
Rocky Mountain Outlook
106.5 Mountain FM
Eva Urbanska Photography
Huge Booth Photography
Paul Zizka Photography
Fairmont
Banff Springs
Special thanks to the
Fairmont Banff Springs
Hotel for their dedicated
& onging support of our
work, pictured here in
2014 - the biggest Walk
A Mile team in the event’s
history.
Supporters
Aardvarks Pizza & Sub
All in the Wild
Alpine Helicopters
Baker Creek Mountain Resort
Banff Aspen Lodge
Banff Boutique Inn
Banff Tea Company
Beavertails
Brian Standish
Cabin 108
Cellar Door
Delta Lodge of Kananaskis
Discover Banff Tours
Ed Russell
Elk Run & Riot
Embody Pilates
Evelyn’s Coffee Bar
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Grizzly Paw Pub
Helen Patterson
Helly Hansen
Holiday on Horseback
Hydra River Guides
John Borrowman
Just Be
Karen Sorensen
Lululemon Athletica
Maple Leaf Group
Mark Zanetti
Monod Sports
Mount Royal Hotel
Nakiska Ski Area
One Wellness Spa
Patagonia
Rebecca Ferri
Rocky Mountain Soap
Saltlik
SC2 Strength Training Performance
Sean Krausert
Second Cup
Shane Nizinkevich
Siding 29 Group
Silvio Adamo
Stan Andronyk
Stavros Karlos
Stonewaters
Sunshine Village
Symiotics
The Alpine Club of Canada
The Body Shop
The Yoga Lounge
Westrock Jeans
Wild Flour Massage
DONORS & SPONSORS
Thank you to all of our walkers and individual donors for making this fundraiser a success!
Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
$100+ Supporters
Adam Guimond
Al McNaughton
Alaric Fish
Andrew Everett
Anne and Steven Connell
Banff Physical Therapy
Barb Stevenson
Beverly Jones
Bill & Doreen Motz
Birgit Poser
Birte Kersting Wilson
Blair Richardson
Bob Miller
Braden Short
Brenda Krug
Brian Standish
Bronwyn Birss
Catherine Anne Young
CBS Financial Directions
Charlene Trepanier
Cherie Rautio
Christine & Alan Pryor
Christine Edworthy
Cindy Schatkoski
Claire Wilkinson
Connie MacDonald
Craig Bowden
Darcy Hickey
Darryl & Vicki Lockwood
Darryl Zimmer
Dianne Wheeler
Donald Milligan
Donna & Paul Lessard
Douglas Reimer
Ed Russell
Elizabeth & Ronald Reimer
Ella McQuinn
Eric Manchakowsky
Ernie Pastor
Esme Comfort
Flint Simpson
Frank Kernick
G. Horauck
Gary Buxton
Glenn Miles
Glenn Pastor
Gordon Rathbone
Greg Hughes
Greg Milligan
Heather Appleby
Heather Motz
Higa Kameko
Holly Foster
Hugh Johnston
Irene Macklem
Jack Pedersen
Jack Trim
Jane Fowke
Jean Turpin
Jess Harding
Jessica Karpat
Jill Cusack
Joan Cook
Joanna Karlos
Joanne Morgan-Smith
Jodi Burke
Johanna McCallum
Johanna Suave
John Adams
John and Lynn Borrowman
Joy McMann
Kaarlo Rautio
Karen Thomas
Karlos Stavros
Katherine Van Keimpema
Kathleen Manuel
Kathleen O’Brien
Kathy Kennard-MacKenzie
Kay and Gary Anderson
Kim & Robin Locke
Kris Vaugeois
Laura & Derek Roberts
Laura Newsome
LaVern Cross
Lawrence Hill
Leena Palko
Linda Tesser
Linda Woods
Lisa DeSoto
Louis Lamothe
Louise Coutemanche
Lynda and Gary Woollard
Lynette Markham
Lynn Calvert
Lynn Jones
Magali Samyn
Mark Wespi
Mary Brewster
Melanie Watt
Michael Buffett
Michelle & Paul Cross
Michelle Ross
Mike and Annette MacSween
Natasha and Chris Davies
Niall Fraser
Neil Tanner
Nonie Rideout
Norman Neil
Patty Zinck
Paul Godfrey
Paul McKendrick
Penny Hawkeye
Peter Jull
Peter Rollason
Peter Sumbler
Phillip Maizey
Richard Bremner
Rick Dembek
Rob Murray
Robert Earl
Robert Reimer
Robert Sutton
Rodney Muller
Ron Bateman
Ron Lewis
Ryan Wilson
Sally Caudill
Scott Milligan
Scott Reimer
Sean Molley
Sharon Oakley
Shawn Skrine
Sherri Whilie
Ski Banff Lake Louise Sunshine
Stephen Allan
Stephen Crossland
Steven Scott
Stuart & Elaine Argus
Susan Kennard
Tallulah Thompson
Tammy Pace
Terry Naffin
Tom Ockelton
Tony Teare
Town of Banff Team
Troy Wegnar
Valerie Kriston
Valerie Squires
Vi Sandford
Wade Downer
Wendy Wilshire
William Campbell
William Lefort
Yvonne & Graham Shaw
Banff Avenue
Brewing Co.
Banff Avenue Brewing
Co. became our first ever
Walk A Mile Presenting
Sponsor in 2014,
creating a one-of-a-kind
Walk A Mile beer &
donating $1 from each
pint sold towards our
fundraising goal.
Thank you for partnering
with us!
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FINANCIALS
The following Statement of Financial Position and Summarized Statement of Operations have been derived
from the complete audited financial statements of the Young Women’s Christian Association of Banff for the
year ending March 31, 2015.
YWCA BANFF
Statement of Financial Position
Excerpt from Audited Financial Statements
2015
2014
Cash & Cash Equivalents
110,770
64,255
Restricted Cash & Cash Equivalents
201,179
108,839
33,202
28,776
9,544
6,974
14,044
2,600
368,739
211,444
4,674,721
4,745,007
5,043,460
4,956,451
211,617
129,044
2,203,582
2,344,149
Damage Deposits
14,392
15,318
Customer Deposits
44,568
48,731
135,736
66,716
2,609,895
2,603,958
1,944,505
1,901,444
As at March 31
Current Assets
Accounts Receivable
Inventory
Prepaid Expenses
Capital Assets
Liabilities & Net Assets
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable & Accrued Liabilities
Demand Mortgage Loans
Deferred Contributions
Deferred Capital Contributions
4,554,400 4,505,402
Net Assets
Invested in Capital Assets
Internally Restricted
Unrestricted
618,386
652,996
51,051
26,805
-180,377
-228,752
489,060
451,049
5,043,460 4,956,451
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FINANCIALS
YWCA BANFF
Summarized Statement of Operations
Excerpt from Audited Financial Statements
2015
2014
Social Enterprise
950,231
937,280
Permanent Residents, Group and Other
846,847
738,832
Food, Beverage and Merchandise
328,157
297,212
2,125,235
1,973,324
Donations and fundraising
145,785
110,806
Grants
143,442
173,234
Capital Contributions Recognized
100,489
102,299
Other Income
18,958
35,256
Program and Services
13,445
2,336
2,547,354
2,397,255
1,387,029
1,224,188
Building Occupancy
376,553
394,340
General and Administration
192,500
179,869
Food, Beverage and Merch Costs
120,068
131,874
Programs & Services
54,693
22,396
Permanent Residence, Group and Other
51,445
52,506
2,182,288
2,005,173
365,066
392,082
68,069
73,322
296,997
318,760
Amortization - Capital Assets
258,986
262,163
Surplus (Deficit) for the Year
38,011
56,597
Years ended March 31,
Revenue
Operating Revenue
Total Revenue
Expenses
Salaries, Wages & Benefits
Operating Expense
Operating Income: before interest &
amortization
Interest on Long Term Loan
Operating Income: before amortization
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MEMBERS
WANTED
Moral support for our organization is critical to our success and we
welcome everyone to become a member.
Participate in YWCA events and campaigns
Empower women and girls to become leaders
Advocate for the rights of women and girls
Support women and children to be free from violence
Share your time and skills to strengthen our community
Contact Information:
102 Spray Avenue
PO Box 520
Banff, Alberta T1L 1A6
403.762.3560
www.ywcabanff.ca/membership
[email protected]
Photo Credits:
Meghan Krauss, Brenda Lindal, Carla Snow,
Eva Urbanska Photography
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Subject: Snow and Ice Management
Presented to: Council
Date: September 28, 2015
Submitted by: Marc Breau, Streets Supervisor
Agenda #: 7.1
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that council:
i) direct administration to draft amendments to the Snow and Ice Management Policy C108-1
that would direct the use of the 7mm washed rock gyra as the Town’s standard winter
abrasive; and
ii) direct administration to seek public opinion on an overnight parking ban scenario and or a
snow route in the downtown core from November 1st to March 31st using seasonal sign
placement.
BACKGROUND
Reason for Report
Snow and Ice Management Policy C108-1 was approved by council in 2013. Since its adoption, the
Streets Department has observed two areas where greater efficiency in snow removal can be found –
winter abrasives and on-street parking.
Summary of Issue
Winter Abrasives
Council directed administration to trial the use of a 7mm washed rock (gyra) mixed with 3% to 5%
rock salt a winter abrasive for the 2013/2014 season and again for the 2014/2015 season. This
product performs equal to Park Canada’s mix in most situations with regards to traction, and only in
extreme cold situations does the product need to be reapplied to achieve the same result, due to the
product not adhering to the hard pack snow and ice with temperatures colder than -20 celsius.
Under these conditions, both Parks’ mix and the gyra product would normally have to be reapplied
two to three times to maintain the desired traction depending on the volume of traffic.
The greatest benefit of using this product is environmental performance and reduced spring cleanup
costs. The gyra is a much cleaner product resulting in much less dust during street sweeping. During
the trial, spring cleanup was completed an average two weeks ahead of schedule each year.
Weather conditions from year to year can vary greatly which directly affects the quantity of abrasive
used. The table below shows quantities used over the last four seasons. Please note the 2014/15
season will include Oct, Nov and December 2015 totals.
2011/12
Parks mix @ $20 per tonne
1550 tonnes (actual)
$31,000
2012/13
1228 tonnes (actual)
$24,560
2013/14
7mm gyra +salt
777.26 tonnes (actual)
$22,883.62
777.26 tonnes (comparison)
$15,545.20
Difference
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2014/15
7mm gyra +salt
Parks mix
Difference
368.46 tonnes (actual)
368.46 tonnes (comparison)
0.0
$10,182.29
$7,369.20
$2,813.09
Below are the costs of spring sweeping for the last four years. Costs include internal wages,
equipment charge out, parts, disposal fees, and contractors. In 2013 the streets department
discontinued the use of external contractors (rental sweepers and trucks for hauling sweepings to the
disposal site), this resulted in a in a substancial savings between 2012 and 2013. Further saving have
been recorded for the 2014 and 2015 street sweeping seasons. Factors that contribute to the savings
include the quantity of winter grit that was applied, amount of snow removal that took place and the
nature of the product (easier to clean up requirering less passes with the sweeper). These cost
savings in turn could help minimize the cost difference between the trial product and Parks product.
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2012 -$28,674
2013 - $17,686
2014 - $13,932
2015 - $12,381 (includes $4480 for rental sweeper due to breakdowns.)
Overnight Parking Ban - Snow Route Options
Parked vehicles and parking notification requirements remain the biggest challenges for winter snow
and ice management operations. The efficiency of snow removal is hampered when the Streets
department must provide 72 hours of notice using on-street signage indicating “no parking” prior to
removing snow.
An overnight parking ban would see “no overnight” parking signs (similar to the one below)
installed on the streets shown in Attachment B. The proposed area for an overnight parking ban
would include approximately 184 stalls comprised mostly of 2 hour and 30 min zones as well as 72
hour zones on Elk St and Spray Ave.
A “snow route” once established would require parked vehicles to be removed within a predetermined time frame once a snow route parking ban is declared. The proposed route is attached as
Attachment C. An extensive commications plan would be required to implement and maintain a
snow route option.
To mitigate the problems parked cars can pose to snow removal operations, implementing an
overnight parking ban or snow route in the downtown core during the winter months would allow
the Town to more effectively plow, sand, and remove snow and in these areas as much of the work
could be completed before heavy morning traffic. Other benefits would include:
• increased safety for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles.
• reduced flooding during mild weather events.
• increased parking.
Council: Snow and Ice Management
Agenda #7.1
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Signage Improvements
In 2015 the Town will begin to replace our temporary “no parking” signs with more colorful
and visible signs similar to the example below. The signs are generic enough that they can be used
for all types of road maintenance
Response Options
Recommendation 1
Council may:
• approve the use of the 7mm washed rock gyra as the town’s standard winter abrasive.
(Recommended)
•
choose to return to the use of Parks Canada’s product,
•
direct administration to research and trial an alternative product.
.
Agenda #7.1
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Recommendation 2
Council may direct administration to:
•
seek public opinion on an overnight parking ban and or snow route parking ban in the
downtown core during the winter months with seasonal sign placement and enhanced
communications; (Recommended)
•
maintain the status quo.
IMPLICATIONS OF DECISION
Internal Resources
No additional internal resources would be required.
Communication
Additional communication regarding the implementation of a downtown overnight parking ban or
snow route.
Banff Community Plan
Environmental
Guided by the goal of being an environmental role model for communities around the world
the Snow and Ice Maintenance Policy strives to meet these objectives:
• Investigate and implement environmental best practices in all Town functions.
• Improve surface and groundwater quality within the Bow River watershed.
• Provide a transportation system that encourages and complements pedestrian
movement and cycling.
• Provide a transportation system that enhances the resident and visitor
experience.
• Provide a transportation system that is economically and environmentally
sustainable
• Increase opportunities for residents and visitors to use non-vehicular modes of
transportation.
• Improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and enjoyment by creating a defined and
continuous system of pathways throughout the town.
Council Strategic Priorities
The Snow and Ice Maintenance Policy directly links to three of council’s 2013 Strategic Priorities:
1. Toward a Sustainable Transportation System
• To provide a transportation system that is economically and environmentally sustainable
• To be an environmental role model
• To offer universal access to affordable services that meet the needs of residents and visitors
• To provide the infrastructure to support the tourism economy
Agenda #7.1
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2. Urban Forest Management
• Protect environmentally significant and sensitive areas
• Ensure high quality open space and trails
• Be an environmental role model
3. Toward Economic Prosperity
• Create memorable national park experiences
• Showcase Banff as a leader in hospitality and environmental practices
• Facilitate and manage special event programming
• Encourage year-round tourism and related economic activities
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – Snow Removal Map (updated sidewalk map including Cave Ave.)
Attachment B – Proposed No Overnight Parking Streets
Attachment C – Proposed Snow Route Streets
Circulation date:
Submitted By:
Reviewed By:
September 15, 2015
Marc Breau, Streets Supervisor
Adrian Field, Acting Town Manager
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Subject: 101 Bear Street Renovation
Presented to: Council
Date: September 28, 2015
Submitted by: Alison Gerrits, Manager,
Community Services
Agenda #: 7.2
RECOMMENDATION
That council direct administration to add $125,000 to the 2015 capital budget to fund the leasehold
improvements proposed at 101 Bear Street to enlarge the Parent Link programming room and to
enhance space being leased by the Banff Seniors Society.
BACKGROUND
Reason for Report
At the July 20, 2015 meeting of council, the following motions were passed:
1) COU-15-11 “Moved by Councillor Standish that council reduce the $881,000 from the 2015
approved capital budget allocated to the Out of School Care/Parent Link program space
construction to $503,240 for construction of the Out of School Program space only and
move the project from the 2015 to the 2018 capital budget”
2) COU-15-112 – “moved by Councillor Karlos that council direct administration to
investigate capital costs required to provide enhanced Parent Link Program services at 101
Bear Street”
Summary of Issue
Bow Valley Parent Link has been a service in place in Banff since 2006, when the Towns of Banff
and Canmore applied to the Province for Parent Link funding. Parent Link is a program geared
towards families and their children 0-6 years of age. It provides opportunities for child and parent
socialization, parent education, and parenting support. As part of the municipal partnership
agreement, each partner must supply the space for the program on an in-kind basis, while all other
program related expenses are covered by the provincial grant. Parent Link houses a popular drop in
program for parents and their children, and in 2014 saw 482 unique participants access the program
5416 times. The current site is housed in a room that measures just over 400 square feet. Over the
last few years, the room capacity has been reached on numerous occasions, and in this instance the
program must turn parents and their children away. During satisfaction surveys, the only significant
issue raised by parents who use the program is the lack of adequate space of the site. Based on this
issue, Council had initially approved a total expenditure of $881,000 on June 23, 2014 to include a
new Parent Link space and Out of School Care in the proposed Banff Elementary School
renovation. Based on the square footage being proposed in that renovation, the Parent Link portion
of the project would have represented approximately $500,000 of the total cost.
During the design process in 2015, cost estimates for Parent Link and Out of School Care space at
Banff Elementary School rose significantly. As a result, Council moved to pursue the Out of School
Care construction on-site at the elementary school, and directed Administration to explore capital
cost options at 101 Bear Street for Parent Link. As the existing lease agreement with the Banff
Seniors Society was up for renewal this summer, an opportunity presented itself to sit down with the
Seniors Executive to discuss options for space enhancements. A proposal was presented that
included a trade for square footage. It was proposed that if the Seniors Society would agree to give
up the existing Games Room that is adjacent to the Parent Link space, the Town would explore
options to expand the James Boyce Room, and winterize the sun porch to ensure that the square
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footage being given up by the Seniors Society to allow for Parent Link expansion, would be
compensated via renovations. The Banff Seniors Society Executive voted to accept this proposal in
July of 2015 and have provided a letter of support to Council.
Once support was given by the Banff Seniors Society, a construction estimate for renovations was
completed and a project cost estimated at $125,000 was received. Should Council agree to include
these capital costs in the 2015 budget, preliminary project design work, RFP, and possibly
construction could occur prior to the end of the 2015 calendar year depending on availability of
contractors. If not, the remainder would be transferred to the 2016 capital budget with work
expected to be complete by the end of Q1.
Response Options
1. Council could direct administration to add $125,000 to the 2015 capital budget to fund the
leasehold improvements proposed at 101 Bear Street to enlarge the Parent Link
programming room and to enhance space being leased by the Banff Seniors Society.
2. Council could not approve the recommendation and advise administration to have the
program continue as is in the existing space as is.
IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION
Financial
Total estimated construction cost is $125,000. With the original investment for a new Parent Link
space at Banff Elementary School being $500,000, the option being proposed is $375,000 less
expensive, and provides not only an enlarged Parent Link space, but also includes enhanced space
that the Seniors Society will be able to use as well.
Organizational
In the original proposal that saw Parent Link moving to the elementary school, a proposed repurposing of the space included potential office space for Town of Banff staff. This opportunity
would no longer be available should this option be pursued. However, the Town of Banff is
currently conducting a space design exercise which may be able to address some of the office space
concerns at Town Hall.
Public
Some inconvenience will be incurred during the renovation at 101 Bear Street, although the total
time period for renovation would likely not exceed 6 weeks, so disruption would be relatively
minimal.
Council Strategic Priorities/Banff Community Plan/Banff Community Indicators
The Banff Community Plan directs us to:
• “Improve the quality, quantity and access to social programs, recreation, education and
cultural facilities.”
• “Collaborate with partners to maximize resources and infrastructure for community use.”
ATTACHMENTS
1) Letter of support for proposed capital renovations by the Banff Seniors Society
2) Schematic of proposed renovations at 101 Bear Street
Council: 101 Bear Street Renovation
Agenda #7.2
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Submitted By:
Alison Gerrits, Manager, Comm.Services
Reviewed By:
Adrian Field, Acting Town Manager
Photos of spaces to be renovated:
Existing Parent Link Space:
“Games Room” – to be incorporated into Parent Link Space
Agenda #7.2
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“James Boyce Room” – Seniors Society space to be expanded
Outside Deck to be winterized
Agenda #7.2
Attachment A
BANFF SENIOR CITIZENS SOCIETY
P.O. BOX 2194, 107 BEAR STREET
BANFF, ALBERTA, T1L 1G1
(403) 762-4830
September 4, 2015
Banff Mayor and Council
Karen Sorensen, Mayor
PO Box 1260
Banff AB
T1L 1A1
Dear Mayor Sorenson,
I am writing to inform you of the Banff Seniors Society support for your proposal for renovations to the
Senior’s portion of 101 Bear Street.
At a recent Executive meeting we passed a motion in support of the proposal to winterize the deck,
enlarge the James Boyce Lounge and allow the Games Room to be used by Parent Link. This agreement
is subject to our review of the plans before they are finalized.
We recognize the value of the Parent Link program and their need for additional space at this time.
In the event this renovation takes place we would like to review the use before our lease is renewed in
2020 assuming the Senior use of the building will have increased.
Sincerely,
Margaret Watson, President
Banff Senior Citizens Society
cc Council Members
Alison Gerrits
Sue Smythe
Attachment B
Agenda Item 8.1
Agenda Item 8.2
Agenda Item 8.3
Agenda Item 8.4
Regular Meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission
July 8, 2015
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Approved: August 12, 2015
MINUTES OF THE MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION
Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT
Raymond Horyn
Public Representative (Chair)
Jay Harris
Public Representative (Vice-Chair)
Steve Beaton
Public Representative
Laurie Harvey
Corrie DiManno
Council Representative
Chip Olver
Sylvanna Hegmann
Minister of the Environment Representative
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT
Patrick Roi
Vacancy
Vacancy
Administration (non-voting)
Randall McKay
Manager of Planning and Development (Secretary)
Darren Enns
Senior Planner
Keith Batstone
Planner
Kerry MacInnis
Administrative Assistant, Planning (Recorder)
1.0
2.0
MPC15-43
CALL TO ORDER
The Chair to the Municipal Planning Commission called the meeting to order at 9:02a.m.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Olver to approve the agenda of the July 8, 2015 meeting of the Municipal Planning
Commission agenda as presented.
CARRIED
2.1
The Chair asked if any members of the Municipal Planning Commission would be declaring a
conflict of interest in hearing today’s meeting.
There was no conflict declared by any members of MPC.
July 8, 2015
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3.0
MPC15-44
ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS COMMISSION MINUTES
Moved by Olver to approve the minutes of the May 13, 2015 meeting of the Municipal Planning
Commission as amended.
Under Item 5.0
At 9:03 a.m. Horyn removed himself from hearing Item 5.1 due to a perceived conflict of interest.
Harris assumed the Chair position for this portion of the meeting.
Just before Item 5.2
At 9:52 a.m. Horyn returned to the meeting and resumed his position as Chair of the meeting.
CARRIED
4.0
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business presented.
5.0
REPORTS
5.1
MPC15-45
Proposed Bed and Breakfast at 443 Cougar Street (15DP29)
Administration provided a presentation and overview on the proposed development as outlined
in this agenda package.
Moved by DiManno that the Municipal Planning Commission approve Development Permit application
15DP29 for a proposed Bed and Breakfast Home located at 443 Cougar Street subject to the conditions
of approval attached as Appendix ‘A’.
CARRIED
APPENDIX ‘A’
(1)
Conditions to be met prior to issuance of the Development Permit and Business Licence:
(a)
Pay to the Town of Banff the outstanding Development Permit fees in the amount of $550.00 ($350.00 +
$100.00/room) in accordance with Town of Banff Development Permit Fee Schedule Bylaw 308;
(b)
Revise proposed site plan to indicate the Parking Stall 1 as “compact stall”.
(2)
General Conditions:
(a)
Obtain a valid Business Licence from the Town of Banff for the operation of a Bed & Breakfast Home. The
number of commercial accommodation units shall be restricted to two (2) and the number of pillows to four (4);
July 8, 2015
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(b)
The Development Permit is valid for a period not to exceed the term of the Business Licence or one (1) year from
the date of issuance, whichever first occurs;
(c)
On-site parking shall conform to the approved site plan. No parking of guest vehicles is permitted on adjacent
public roadways;
(d)
All signs require a separate Development Permit in accordance with the Town of Banff Land Use Bylaw;
(e)
The Bed and Breakfast Home shall be operated exclusively by the live-in owner as an accessory use. The Bed and
Breakfast Home shall not change the principal residential character, use or external appearance of the dwelling;
(f)
Vehicular traffic generated by the Bed and Breakfast Home shall not be in excess of what which is characteristic of
the neighbourhood in which it is located;
(g)
The owner will maintain a daily guest registry which will include rooms occupied and vehicle license plate
information. If a complaint is received, the owner, upon request from the Town shall provide the daily guest
registry for inspection and shall provide license plate numbers of permanent resident vehicles. The Town may
request this at any time between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m;
(h)
The owner shall be responsible for ensuring that each guest is advised that they must park in the areas designated
on the application and not on a public roadway;
(i)
Comply with the Alberta Fire Code (1992);
(j)
Contact Alberta Health Services (Banff Health Unit) at 403.762.2990 regarding the Province of Alberta Guidelines
for Bed and Breakfast Establishments and to arrange an inspection of the property prior to operation;
(k)
Contact Alberta Health Services (Banff Health Unit) at 403.762.2990 to obtain a food establishment permit prior
to operation;
(l)
All signs require a separate Development Permit in accordance with Town of Banff Land Use Bylaw 31-4;
(m)
Obtain all permits required in accordance with the Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act Revised Statues of
Alberta, Chapter S-1. The Act requires that all property owners and contractors working in Alberta obtain permits
prior to commencing work on buildings covered by the Alberta Building Code or prior to conducting work
governed by the regulations of the Canadian Electrical Code, the Alberta Gas Code or the Alberta Plumbing Code;
and,
(n)
Non-compliance with any conditions of the Development Permit will result in revocation of the ‘Bed and
Breakfast Home’ permit.
July 8, 2015
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5.2
MPC15-46
Proposed Bed & Breakfast Home at 213 Otter Street (14DP46)
in this agenda package.
Moved by Harris that the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Development Permit application
14DP46 for a proposed Bed and Breakfast Home located at 213 Otter Street subject to the conditions of
approval attached as Appendix ‘A’ with amended condition 1(b) to deal with a covenant on the existing
cabin on the site and subject to a variance of 1.2m2 and 1.4m2 for bedroom (commercial accommodation
unit) floor area.
CARRIED
(1)
(a)
Pay to the Town of Banff a variance fee of $275.00 as required by the Municipal Planning Commission decision.
(b)
Enter into a Restrictive Covenant with the Town of Banff to be registered to the Certificate of Title for the
property for the purposes of restricting the use of the existing Accessory Dwelling (Cabin) as a habitable dwelling
(ie. bedroom) – the terms and wording of the Agreement shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
Pay the cost of registering the Agreement with Alberta Land Titles Office and pay to the Town of Banff the Legal
Agreement Surcharge of $450.00 as established by Town of Banff Development Fee Schedule Bylaw 308.
(2)
General Conditions:
(a)
number of commercial accommodation units shall be restricted to two (2) and the number of pillows to four (4);
(b)
(c)
public roadways;
(d)
(e)
(f)
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(g)
(h)
(i)
Comply with the Alberta Fire Code (1992);
(j)
(k)
to operation;
(l)
All signs require a separate Development Permit in accordance with Town of Banff Land Use Bylaw 31-4;
(m)
Obtain all permits required in accordance with the Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act Revised Statues of Alberta, Chapter
S-1. The Act requires that all property owners and contractors working in Alberta obtain permits prior to
commencing work on buildings covered by the Alberta Building Code or prior to conducting work governed by
the regulations of the Canadian Electrical Code, the Alberta Gas Code or the Alberta Plumbing Code; and,
(n)
5.3
Development Appeal Board’s Decision regarding the Proposed Redevelopment of the
Homestead Inn at 218 Lynx Street (14DP30) - Appeal #01-15 and #02-15
Administration provided a verbal update on the two appeals received against this proposed development.
The Development Appeal Board decided that the development permit application does not warrant
approval and allowed both of the appeals and overturned the decision of the Development Authority.
6.0
CORRESPONDENCE
There was no correspondence.
7.0
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
July 8, 2015
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8.0
INQUIRIES
There were no inquiries.
9.0
DATE OF NEXT MEETINGS/ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission is scheduled for
Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
MPC15-47
Moved by Beaton to adjourn the meeting at 10:44 a.m.
_______________________
Ray Horyn
Chair
CARRIED
_______________________
Kerry MacInnis
Administrative Assistant, Planning and Development
Agenda Item 8.5
Approved: September 9, 2015
August 12, 2015
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MINUTES OF THE MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION
Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT
Jay Harris
Public Representative (Vice-Chair)
Steve Beaton
Patrick Roi
Corrie DiManno
Chip Olver
Sylvanna Hegmann
Minister of the Environment Representative
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT
Raymond Horyn
Public Representative (Chair)
Laurie Harvey
Vacancy
Vacancy
Administration (non-voting)
Darren Enns
Senior Planner
Keith Batstone
Planner
Jennifer Laforest
Planner
Kerry MacInnis
Administrative Assistant, Planning (Recorder)
1.0
2.0
MPC15-48
CALL TO ORDER
The Vice-Chair to the Municipal Planning Commission called the meeting to order at 9:05a.m.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Olver to approve the agenda of the August 12, 2015 meeting of the Municipal Planning
Commission agenda as amended.
Move 7.0 to 2.2
Change the order of Reports to:
5.1
343 Muskrat Street (15DP38)
5.2
136 Bow Avenue (15DP35)
2.1
CARRIED
The Chair asked if any members of the Municipal Planning Commission would be declaring a
conflict of interest in hearing today’s meeting.
There was no conflict declared by any members of MPC.
August 12, 2015
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2.2
NEW BUSINESS
Welcome Jennifer Laforest, Planner
Administration provided a brief welcome announcement – Ms. Jennifer Laforest, Planner.
3.0 ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS COMMISSION MINUTES
MPC15-49 Moved by Beaton to approve the minutes of the July 8, 2015 meeting of the Municipal Planning
Commission as presented.
CARRIED
4.0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business presented.
5.0 REPORTS
5.1
Proposed Bed & Breakfast Home at 343 Muskrat Street (15DP38)
in this agenda package. An additional document was handed out during the meeting and has been
added to these meeting minutes.
MPC15-50
Moved by Beaton to continue the discussion in camera at 9:28 a.m.
MPC15-51
Moved by Olver to return to the public meeting at 9:41 a.m.
CARRIED
CARRIED
MPC15-52
Moved by DiManno that the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) approve Development Permit
application 15DP38 for a proposed Bed and Breakfast Home located at 343 Muskrat Street with a
variance to Section 10.3.2(f) of the Land Use Bylaw to allow for the commercial accommodation unit to
contain a kitchen, subject to the conditions of approval attached as Appendix ‘A’.
CARRIED
APPENDIX ‘A’
(1) Conditions to be met prior to issuance of the Development Permit and Business Licence:
(a) Pay to the Town of Banff the outstanding Bed and Breakfast Home application fee in the amount of $450.00 ($350.00
+ $100.00/bedrooms) in accordance with Town of Banff Development Permit Fee Schedule Bylaw 308;
(b) Pay to the Town of Banff the outstanding Development Permit application fee in the amount of $350.00 (Change of
Use from ‘Duplex Housing’ to ‘Single-Detached Housing’ and ‘Accessory Dwelling’) in accordance with Town of Banff
Development Permit Fee Schedule Bylaw 308;
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(c) Pay to the Town of Banff the outstanding Municipal Planning Commission fee in the amount of $125.00 in
accordance with Town of Banff Development Permit Fee Schedule Bylaw 308; and
(d) Pay to the Town of Banff the variance fee in the amount of $275.00 as established by Town of Banff Development Permit
Fee Schedule Bylaw 308 ($275.00/variance).
(2)
Specific Conditions:
(a)
The issuance of this Development Permit provides for the designation of the residential property from ‘Duplex
Housing’ to ‘Single-Detached Housing’ (two bedrooms) with an ‘Accessory Dwelling’ (one bedroom). Any future
changes to the subject dwellings shall require a valid Development Permit;
(3)
General Conditions:
(a)
number of commercial accommodation units shall be restricted to one (1) and the number of pillows to two (2);
(b)
Obtain a valid Sign Permit from the Town of Banff for all commercial signs required to be located at the property
in accordance with Town of Banff Land Use Bylaw 31-4. Contact Town of Banff Planning and Development at
403.762.1215 for more information;
(c)
(d)
public roadways;
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
Contact Alberta Health Services (Banff Health Unit) at 403.762.2990 regarding the Guidelines for Bed and Breakfast
Establishments and to arrange an inspection of the property prior to operation;
(k)
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to operation; and
(l)
Obtain all permits required in accordance with the Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act Revised Statues of Alberta, Chapter
S-1. The Act requires that all property owners and contractors working in Alberta obtain permits prior to
commencing work on buildings covered by the Alberta Building Code or prior to conducting work governed by
the regulations of the Canadian Electrical Code, the Alberta Fire Code, the Alberta Gas Code or the Alberta Plumbing Code;
and
(m)
5.2
Proposed Bed and Breakfast at 136 Bow Avenue (15DP35)
in this agenda package. An additional document was handed out during the meeting and has been
added to these meeting minutes.
MPC15-53
Moved by Olver to continue the discussion in camera at 10:08 a.m.
MPC15-54
Moved by Olver to return to the public meeting at 10:10 a.m.
CARRIED
CARRIED
DiManno declared a conflict of interest in hearing agenda item #5.2 and removed herself from the
meeting at 10:10 a.m.
MPC15-55
Moved by Olver to continue the discussion in camera at 10:11 a.m.
CARRIED
MPC15-56
Moved by Beaton to return to the public meeting at 10:45 a.m.
CARRIED
August 12, 2015
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MPC15-57
Moved by Olver to amend Appendix ‘A’ condition 2(a) to read as follows: Peter and Catharine Whyte
Foundation shall provide a detailed report to the Municipal Planning Commission prior to the renewal of
the development permit demonstrating conformance with Section 4.7.1(e) of the Land Use Bylaw,
specifically a detailed list of capital improvements including expenditures and timelines which will
contribute to preserving the heritage value of the ‘Abegweit’ building.
CARRIED
MPC15-58
Moved by Olver that the Municipal Planning Commission approve Development Permit application
15DP35 for a proposed Bed and Breakfast Home located at 136 Bow Avenue subject to a variance to
Section 10.3.2(e) to not require a live-in owner or operator and subject to the conditions of approval
attached as Appendix ‘A’ as amended.
CARRIED
Opposed Beaton
APPENDIX ‘A’
(1)
(a)
Pay to the Town of Banff the outstanding Municipal Planning Commission Surcharge fee in the amount of
$125.00 in accordance with Town of Banff Development Permit Fee Schedule Bylaw 308;
(b)
Contact the Town of Banff Building Inspector at 403.762.1215 regarding the Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act
and to arrange an inspection of the property;
(2)
Specific Conditions:
(a)
Peter and Catharine Whyte Foundation shall provide a detailed written report to the Municipal Planning
Commission prior to the renewal of the development permit demonstrating conformance with Section 4.7.1(e) of
the Land Use Bylaw, specifically a detailed list of capital improvements including expenditures and timelines which
will contribute to preserving the heritage value of the ‘Abegweit’ building.
(3)
General Conditions:
(a)
Obtain a valid Business License from the Town of Banff for the operation of a Bed & Breakfast Home. The
number of commercial accommodation units shall be restricted to four (4) and the number of pillows to eight (8);
(b)
Obtain a valid Town of Banff Building Permit for any interior renovations and leasehold improvements. Contact
Town of Banff Planning and Development at 403.762.1215 for more information;
(c)
Obtain a valid Sign Permit from the Town of Banff for all commercial signs required to be located at the property
in accordance with Town of Banff Land Use Bylaw 31-4. Contact Town of Banff Planning and Development at
403.762.1215 for more information;
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(d)
(e)
public roadways;
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
to operation;
(k)
Obtain all permits required in accordance with the Province of Alberta Safety Codes Act Revised Statues of
Alberta, Chapter S-1. The Act requires that all property owners and contractors working in Alberta obtain permits
prior to commencing work on buildings covered by the Alberta Building Code or prior to conducting work
governed by the regulations of the Canadian Electrical Code, the Alberta Gas Code or the Alberta Plumbing Code;
and
(l)
DiManno returned to the meeting at 10:55 a.m.
MPC15-59 Moved by Olver to request that Administration provide a summary to the Municipal Planning
Commission at the September 9, 2015 meeting of recent approval history of Bed and Breakfast
development permits including areas where variances have been issued, and where motions pertaining to
Council direction have been passed.
CARRIED
August 12, 2015
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6.0 CORRESPONDENCE
There was no correspondence.
8.0 INQUIRIES
There were no inquiries.
9.0 DATE OF NEXT MEETINGS/ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission is scheduled for
Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
MPC15-60
Moved by DiManno to adjourn the meeting at 11:05 a.m.
_______________________
Jay Harris
Vice-Chair
_______________________
Kerry MacInnis
Administrative Assistant, Planning and Development
CARRIED

TOWN OF BANFF ORDER OF BUSINESS

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