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Saturday, January 30, 2010
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Monday, December 7, 2009
Banff Santa Claus Parade Photos
The start of the 2009 Banff Santa Claus Parade of lights in Banff, Canada.
Nothing like a giant inflatable Santa Claus to get the crowds excited!
Santa in the Lake Louise gondola on his way to the North Pole.
The Banff Lake Louise Tourism Float and the Crasher Squirrel - that little guy gets his face in all the pics!
You wouldn't want to get in the way of the Brewster snowcoach. These snowcoaches are used to transport tourists onto the Athabasca glacier in the summer.
Henry's electric (local electrician) made us laugh with their float.
A family favourite - the fire truck decked out with Christmas lights!
Labels: 2009, banff, december, festival, parade-of-lights, santa-parade, winterstart, winterstart-festival
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Banff/Canmore Community Bus
Operates: Tuesdays and Thursdays- until December 17, 2009
The Town of Banff-FCSS, The Town of Canmore-FCSS and the Canadian Rockies Public Schools are partners that provide bus service between Banff and Canmore for all seniors in our communities and for low-income clients (under $24,000) with an agency referral.
The service is free but registration is required and the Banff YWCA, Town of Banff –FCSS or Town of Canmore FCSS must issue tickets. Banff seniors can use their taxi passes.
Clients must be able to get up/down the bus stairs. No oxygen or flammable items are allowed. Animals (unless used as aides) or children under 4 cannot be accommodated on the bus. Items that you bring must be able to fit in the bus seats; the aisles must be kept clear for safety purposes.
Please be ready and waiting for the buses.
BUS SCHEDULE
The bus will arrive at its destination approximately ½ hr after the last departure site.
Morning Departures from Banff:
Mount Edith House 8:25 am
Banff Park Lodge 8:30
Banff Seniors Centre 8:35
YWCA 8:40
Drop off locations in Canmore:
Sobeys, Canmore Seniors Centre, Miners Union Lodge
Afternoon Departures from Canmore:
Sobeys 2:00 pm
Miners Union Lodge 2:05
Bow River Seniors Lodge 2:10
Victory Thrift Store 2:15
Drop off locations in Banff:
Mount Edith House, Banff Park Lodge, Banff Seniors Centre, YWCA
Afternoon Departures from Banff:
Mount Edith Lodge 4:30 pm
Banff Park Lodge 4:35
Banff Seniors Centre 4:40
Banff YWCA 4:45
Drop off locations in Canmore:
Sobeys, Canmore Seniors Centre, Miners Union Lodge
***NO RETURN BUSES TO BANFF AFTER 2:15 p.m.***
If you have any questions please contact Nancy Lewis, Town of Banff FCSS at 403-762-1254 or Mavis Sautner, Town of Canmore FCSS at 403-678-7129.
The Town of Banff-FCSS, The Town of Canmore-FCSS and the Canadian Rockies Public Schools are partners that provide bus service between Banff and Canmore for all seniors in our communities and for low-income clients (under $24,000) with an agency referral.
The service is free but registration is required and the Banff YWCA, Town of Banff –FCSS or Town of Canmore FCSS must issue tickets. Banff seniors can use their taxi passes.
Clients must be able to get up/down the bus stairs. No oxygen or flammable items are allowed. Animals (unless used as aides) or children under 4 cannot be accommodated on the bus. Items that you bring must be able to fit in the bus seats; the aisles must be kept clear for safety purposes.
Please be ready and waiting for the buses.
BUS SCHEDULE
The bus will arrive at its destination approximately ½ hr after the last departure site.
Morning Departures from Banff:
Mount Edith House 8:25 am
Banff Park Lodge 8:30
Banff Seniors Centre 8:35
YWCA 8:40
Drop off locations in Canmore:
Sobeys, Canmore Seniors Centre, Miners Union Lodge
Afternoon Departures from Canmore:
Sobeys 2:00 pm
Miners Union Lodge 2:05
Bow River Seniors Lodge 2:10
Victory Thrift Store 2:15
Drop off locations in Banff:
Mount Edith House, Banff Park Lodge, Banff Seniors Centre, YWCA
Afternoon Departures from Banff:
Mount Edith Lodge 4:30 pm
Banff Park Lodge 4:35
Banff Seniors Centre 4:40
Banff YWCA 4:45
Drop off locations in Canmore:
Sobeys, Canmore Seniors Centre, Miners Union Lodge
***NO RETURN BUSES TO BANFF AFTER 2:15 p.m.***
If you have any questions please contact Nancy Lewis, Town of Banff FCSS at 403-762-1254 or Mavis Sautner, Town of Canmore FCSS at 403-678-7129.
Labels: banff, banff-canmore, bus-service, Canmore, community-bus, free-bus
Bow Valley Grill - Skiers Buffet
This winter, visit Banff, Canada’s majestic ‘Castle in the Rockies’, the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, for an elaborate Skiers dinner buffet, featured in the Bow Valley Grill.
The Fairmont Banff Springs is proud to present a menu created by their talented chefs from across Canada and around the world. The fresh and delectable cuisine, fine wines, and personalized service will ensure that this experience is memorable.
The Bow Valley Grill’s unique design boasts a 50-ft. open kitchen providing an opportunity for you to interact with the skilled chefs while you dine. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere that celebrates the spirit of the outdoors while you gaze upon breathtaking views of the Fairholme Mountain Range.
Price:
Adults - CDN$30.00
Children ages 6 - 12 - CDN$15.00
Children ages 5 and under - FREE
Please note:
Prices do not include tax or gratuity. Groups of 8 or more will be subject to an automatic 18% gratuity.
Hours of Operation:
Thursday to Sunday - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Buffet beings Friday, November 27th and runs until the end of April 2010.
Thursday to Sunday - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Buffet beings Friday, November 27th and runs until the end of April 2010.
Dress Code:
Resort-casual. No ripped jeans or sports wear.
Dining Reservations:
Reservations are recommended. For individual reservations, please contact the Fairmont Banff Springs Dining Reservations at 403-762-6860 or bsh.diningreservations@fairmont.com.
Reservations are recommended. For individual reservations, please contact the Fairmont Banff Springs Dining Reservations at 403-762-6860 or bsh.diningreservations@fairmont.com.
For group reservations of 13 guests or more please contact the Food & Beverage Office at 403-762-1710 or colleen.pietens@fairmont.com.
Please note:
The Skiers Buffet will not be available during the Holiday Season, as they will have festive menus in place. Please contact the Food and Beverage Office for more details about the menu and dining options during this time.
You do NOT need to be staying at the Banff Springs Hotel to enjoy the buffet but if you would like to stay in this hotel on your Ski Holiday in Canada, contact Ski Holidays Canada.
Labels: banff, banff-springs-hotel, bow-valley-grill, buffet, dining, ski-holiday, skiers-buffet, winter
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Banff Ice Hockey Tours
You can now book and secure your Calgary Flames NHL ice hockey tickets including transportation from Banff and Canmore for the 2009-2010 winter season.
For those of you who have not been to an NHL ice hockey game, the atmosphere is incredible. The Calgary Flames scored 98 points last season and came 5th in North America's West. In the West, San Jose Sharks came first last season, Chicago Blackhawks second, Vancouver Canucks third and Detroit Red Wings fourth. These will all be popular games when the Calgary Flames take them on again in the Saddledome.
The Calgary Flames have a good defence for this upcoming season so watch out!
Here is the 2009-2010 Calgary Flames home schedule:
To book Banff Ice Hockey, contact rocky-peak Holidays direct.
For those of you who have not been to an NHL ice hockey game, the atmosphere is incredible. The Calgary Flames scored 98 points last season and came 5th in North America's West. In the West, San Jose Sharks came first last season, Chicago Blackhawks second, Vancouver Canucks third and Detroit Red Wings fourth. These will all be popular games when the Calgary Flames take them on again in the Saddledome.
The Calgary Flames have a good defence for this upcoming season so watch out!
Here is the 2009-2010 Calgary Flames home schedule:
| Date | Opponent | Game Time |
| Thu Oct 1, 2009 | VANCOUVER | 8.00 PM |
| Tue Oct 6, 2009 | MONTREAL | 7:00 PM |
| Fri Oct 9, 2009 | DALLAS | 7:00 PM |
| Fri Oct 16, 2009 | VANCOUVER | 7:00 PM |
| Tue Oct 20, 2009 | COLUMBUS | 7.30 PM |
| Sat Oct 24, 2009 | EDMONTON | 8.00 PM |
| Wed Oct 28, 2009 | COLORADO | 7.30 PM |
| Sat Oct 31, 2009 | DETROIT | 8.00 PM |
| Sat Nov 7, 2009 | NY RANGERS | 8.00 PM |
| Tue Nov 17, 2009 | COLORADO | 7.30 PM |
| Thu Nov 19, 2009 | CHICAGO | 7.30 PM |
| Wed Nov 25, 2009 | PHOENIX | 7.30 PM |
| Wed Dec 9, 2009 | ATLANTA | 7.30 PM |
| Fri Dec 11, 2009 | MINNESOTA | 7:00 PM |
| Thu Dec 17, 2009 | LOS ANGELES | 7.30 PM |
| Sat Dec 19, 2009 | NASHVILLE | 2.00 PM |
| Wed Dec 23, 2009 | ST LOUIS | 7.30 PM |
| Sun Dec 27, 2009 | VANCOUVER | 6.00 PM |
| Wed Dec 30, 2009 | LOS ANGELES | 7.30 PM |
| Thu Dec 31, 2009 | EDMONTON | 7:00 PM | Sat Jan 2, 2010 | TORONTO | 5.00 PM |
| Fri Jan 8, 2010 | COLUMBUS | 7:00 PM |
| Mon Jan 11, 2010 | COLORADO | 8.00 PM |
| Wed Jan 13, 2010 | PITTSBURGH | 7.30 PM |
| Fri Jan 15, 2010 | NASHVILLE | 7:00 PM |
| Thu Jan 21, 2010 | CHICAGO | 7.30 PM |
| Mon Jan 25, 2010 | ST LOUIS | 7.30 PM |
| Sat Jan 30, 2010 | EDMONTON | 8.00 PM |
| Mon Feb 1, 2010 | PHILADELPHIA | 7.30 PM |
| Wed Feb 3, 2010 | CAROLINA | 7:00 PM |
| Thu Feb 11, 2010 | DALLAS | 7.30 PM |
| Sat Feb 13, 2010 | ANAHEIM | 8.00 PM |
| Wed Mar 3, 2010 | MINNESOTA | 8.00 PM |
| Fri Mar 5, 2010 | NEW JERSEY | 7:00 PM |
| Thu Mar 11, 2010 | OTTAWA | 7.30 PM |
| Mon Mar 15, 2010 | DETROIT | 7.30 PM |
| Fri Mar 19, 2010 | SAN JOSE | 7:00 PM |
| Tue Mar 23, 2010 | ANAHEIM | 7:00 PM |
| Wed Mar 31, 2010 | PHOENIX | 7.30 PM |
| Tue Apr 6, 2010 | SAN JOSE | 7.30 PM |
| Thu Apr 8, 2010 | MINNESOTA | 7.30 PM |
To book Banff Ice Hockey, contact rocky-peak Holidays direct.
Labels: 2009-2010, banff, banff-hockey, banff-ice-hockey, buy, calgary-flames, calgary-flames-tickets, ice-hockey, NHL, tickets, tour
Friday, September 4, 2009
Banff Walk a Mile 2010
Sign up or sponsor someone for the “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event in Banff.
The goal is to raise both funds and awareness for domestic violence. It is run by the local YWCA in Banff. Men in business or public service in the Bow Valley have been asked to spread awareness and/or to seek pledges to support them as they walk around town in some fetching high heels for this cause! Like it says on the Banff walk a mile website “it’s a fun event for a serious cause”.
For those of you interested in more information about this initiative and would like to spread the word, the national site is www.walkamile.ca This year the event takes place in Halifax, Calgary and Banff.
The YWCA is a not-for-profit organisation and they offer a valuable service to women, men and families in the Bow Valley.
On the Banff walk a mile website there is a link to “Support a Walker”. We are supporting a good friend Spencer Schneider and encourage you too if you don't have anyone to sponsor. You can find Spence listed under "individual walkers". There is a really easy online credit card form that will generate an instant receipt. There is also a registered charity number on the site as well. Proceeds go towards funding local domestic violence and housing initiatives and services.
The event takes place next week on Friday on Sept. 11, 2009. Our friend Spencer has already started practicing his runway walk.....
Thank you for spreading the word and please retweet this to your friends and encourage them to donate!
The goal is to raise both funds and awareness for domestic violence. It is run by the local YWCA in Banff. Men in business or public service in the Bow Valley have been asked to spread awareness and/or to seek pledges to support them as they walk around town in some fetching high heels for this cause! Like it says on the Banff walk a mile website “it’s a fun event for a serious cause”.
For those of you interested in more information about this initiative and would like to spread the word, the national site is www.walkamile.ca This year the event takes place in Halifax, Calgary and Banff.
The YWCA is a not-for-profit organisation and they offer a valuable service to women, men and families in the Bow Valley.
On the Banff walk a mile website there is a link to “Support a Walker”. We are supporting a good friend Spencer Schneider and encourage you too if you don't have anyone to sponsor. You can find Spence listed under "individual walkers". There is a really easy online credit card form that will generate an instant receipt. There is also a registered charity number on the site as well. Proceeds go towards funding local domestic violence and housing initiatives and services.
The event takes place next week on Friday on Sept. 11, 2009. Our friend Spencer has already started practicing his runway walk.....
Thank you for spreading the word and please retweet this to your friends and encourage them to donate!
Labels: 2010, banff, banff-walk-a-mile, event, walk-a-mile
