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10 days until Where the Rivers Meet: Creating a Culture of Respect for Two Spirit and Indigiqueer Communities.Join us fo...
05/28/2026

10 days until Where the Rivers Meet: Creating a Culture of Respect for Two Spirit and Indigiqueer Communities.

Join us for an in person workshop hosted by Marshall Vielle focused on learning, reflection, and building stronger community relationships through Treaty 7 and Indigenous perspectives.

Together, participants will explore:
• Gender, s*xuality, and identity through Indigenous frameworks
• The impacts of colonization on Two Spirit and Indigiqueer communities
• Creating safer and more respectful spaces
• Practical approaches to inclusion, accountability, and community care

Monday, June 8
1 PM to 4 PM
In Person

More details and registration information coming soon.

Many Bow Valley businesses compete for the same seasonal talent.Inclusive workplaces stand out.When employees feel value...
05/28/2026

Many Bow Valley businesses compete for the same seasonal talent.

Inclusive workplaces stand out.

When employees feel valued, they stay longer. When guests feel welcomed, they spend more time and money in our community.

DEI is not a trend. It is sustainable business practice.

Read the full article:
https://pridenetwork.ca/resources/dei-in-business-a-strategic-decision

Discover more at pridenetwork.ca 🌈

Photo Credit: Destination Canada

Save the date for an upcoming webinar hosted by and .Creating a Culture of Respect for Gender and Sexual Diversity is an...
05/21/2026

Save the date for an upcoming webinar hosted by and .

Creating a Culture of Respect for Gender and Sexual Diversity is an interactive session hosted by Nolan E Hill focused on supporting safer, more inclusive environments for 2SLGBTQ+ community members.

Through discussion and interactive activities, participants will explore:
• Gender, s*x, and s*xual orientation
• The impacts of homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia
• Building respectful and inclusive workplaces and communities
• Practical tools for allyship and support

This session is designed for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and strengthen inclusive practices in their workplace, organization, or community.

Saturday, June 27
1 PM to 2:30 PM
Online Webinar

More details and registration information coming soon.

Call for Participants: Portraits of the Bow Valley Bow Valley Pride is inviting trans and gender-diverse individuals to ...
05/20/2026

Call for Participants: Portraits of the Bow Valley

Bow Valley Pride is inviting trans and gender-diverse individuals to take part in a community storytelling photo project.

Portraits of the Bow Valley will feature eight participants from across the region, sharing their stories through portrait photography and short written reflections. The project is grounded in the idea that trans people are part of this community in many different ways, across generations, identities, and lived experiences.

Selected participants will take part in a scheduled photo session and a short, supported storytelling process. No prior experience is needed. This project is about showing up as you are.

The final portraits will be exhibited during both Canmore Pride and Banff Pride, with the goal of creating visibility, connection, and recognition across the Bow Valley.

We are intentionally seeking a range of participants, including different:
Ages, Backgrounds, Family structures

You do not need to be “out” publicly in all areas of your life to participate. We are committed to working with participants to ensure comfort, safety, and consent throughout the process.

Project Details
8 participants selected
Photo session: May 30 (Canmore)
Exhibit: Canmore Pride and Banff Pride (dates TBD)
Honorarium: $50 per participant

If you are interested in participating, please complete the application form below.
https://forms.gle/dt8KR8RAjPgspgxQ7

If you work in tourism or hospitality in Banff, you know how fast first impressions matter.Using someone’s correct prono...
05/19/2026

If you work in tourism or hospitality in Banff, you know how fast first impressions matter.

Using someone’s correct pronouns is part of that first impression.

A Harvard Business Review article explains how sharing pronouns helps create safer workplaces and reduces stigma for trans and nonbinary staff.

In a town where many workers are far from home, belonging matters.

Read the article:
https://hbr.org/2021/06/my-pronouns-are-she-they-what-are-yours

Explore more inclusion resources at pridenetwork.ca 🌈"

Photo Credit: Destination Canada

Becoming an ally is more than intention. It is action.Join us for Becoming an Ally: Being an Engaged Bystander, an inter...
05/17/2026

Becoming an ally is more than intention. It is action.

Join us for Becoming an Ally: Being an Engaged Bystander, an interactive online workshop hosted by Diana Wark.

This session explores the roots of harassment and discrimination experienced by people with intersectional identities, particularly within the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Together, participants will learn practical tools for:
• Addressing harmful behaviour
• Supporting people experiencing harm
• Preventing harassment and discrimination
• Engaging in productive, accountability focused conversations

Whether you are new to allyship or looking to deepen your skills, this workshop offers practical and community centered approaches to creating safer spaces.

Wednesday, May 20
1 PM to 2:30 PM
Online Webinar

Register now:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/becoming-an-ally-being-an-engaged-bystander-registration-1986925699253?keep_tld=true

Only 5 days until Becoming an Ally: Being an Engaged Bystander.Join us for an interactive webinar hosted by Diana Wark f...
05/15/2026

Only 5 days until Becoming an Ally: Being an Engaged Bystander.

Join us for an interactive webinar hosted by Diana Wark focused on practical approaches to allyship, bystander engagement, and creating safer spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ community members.

Participants will explore:
• Addressing harassment and discrimination
• Supporting people experiencing harm
• Building stronger allyship practices
• Engaging in respectful and productive conversations

Wednesday, May 20
1 PM to 2:30 PM
Online Webinar

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/becoming-an-ally-being-an-engaged-bystander-registration-1986925699253?keep_tld=true

Save the date for an important community learning opportunity.Join us for Where the Rivers Meet: Creating a Culture of R...
05/14/2026

Save the date for an important community learning opportunity.

Join us for Where the Rivers Meet: Creating a Culture of Respect for Two Spirit and Indigiqueer Communities, an in person workshop hosted by Marshall Vielle.

Grounded in Treaty 7 and Indigenous perspectives, this interactive session explores:
• Gender, s*xuality, and identity through Indigenous frameworks
• The impacts of colonization, homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia
• Building safer and more inclusive environments
• Supporting respectful relationships within workplaces and communities

This workshop invites participants into meaningful learning, reflection, and conversation centered on respect, understanding, and community care.

Monday, June 8
1 PM to 4 PM
In Person

More details and registration information coming soon.

Some destinations are scaling back inclusion efforts in response to backlash. Others are doing the opposite.Tourism oper...
05/12/2026

Some destinations are scaling back inclusion efforts in response to backlash. Others are doing the opposite.

Tourism operators who stay committed to 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion are seeing stronger brand loyalty, clearer positioning, and long-term trust from travellers.

What does that look like in practice? And what does it mean for Banff and the Bow Valley?
Explore why consistency in values is becoming a competitive advantage.

https://pridenetwork.ca/resources/beyond-the-backlash-why-smart-tourism-operators-are-doubling-down-oninclusion

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