Nanton Quality of Life Foundation

11/06/2026

📰 The November Hometown Gazette is here!

Our newest newsletter is packed with ways to stay connected this month — here's a peek at what's inside:

🚌 Better Together Community Shuttle — rolling through Nanton Nov. 12 & 24, starting at 10 AM from Silver Willow Lodge. Hop on, hop off, ride all day for just $2. 💛 Finding Your Financial Footing After Loss — a gentle workshop for anyone navigating big financial decisions during a hard time. Nov. 10, 7–8 PM at the NQLF (register to reserve your spot). 🥁 Nanton Native Learning Circle Drumming — everyone is welcome, Nov. 18 at 7 PM at the NQLF. 🎄 Santa's Gone Loonie! — for just $1, a child can choose a gift for a parent or caregiver. Donations welcome at the office. 🎁 Secret Santa for Seniors — help a senior in our community feel seen this season. Drop off gifts at the NQLF by Dec. 15. 🧠 Pop-Up Learning in Nanton — free skill-building sessions for adults, Wednesdays 2–3 PM through Dec. 2. 💵 Stretching Your Holiday Spending Dollar — survive Christmas without the January regret. Nov. 17, 7–8 PM at the NQLF.

We're closed Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day — thank you to all who serve. 🌺

👉 Read it right here on social, catch every issue on our website at www.nqlf.net, or pick up a printed copy at several locations around Nanton. Questions? Give us a call at (403) 646-2436.

11/06/2026

Feeling stuck? You're not alone — and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.

On November 18 from 2–3 pm, Elder Lucille is leading a conversation called "Getting Unstuck in Life" as part of the Pop-Up Learning in Nanton series (Project Full Circle, available online for adults across Southern Alberta).

No pressure. No judgment. Just a chance to talk through where things feel heavy and start seeing your own strengths and options more clearly.

Join us in person in Nanton or online from wherever you are.

📅 November 18, 2026 🕑 2:00–3:00 pm 📍 Nanton or online

Register or learn more: www.willowcreeklearning.ca Call or text: 403-903-7754

A partnership between the Willow Creek Community Adult Learning Program and the Nanton Quality of Life Foundation.

11/05/2026

🪘 Drumming Night at the Foundation

The Nanton Native Learning Circle is bringing the drum to our space, and everyone's invited.

Join us Wednesday, November 18 at 7 PM at the Nanton Quality of Life Foundation for an evening of traditional drumming, song, and community. No experience needed. No pressure. Just come as you are and listen.

There's something about sitting in a circle and feeling that rhythm in your chest that reminds you what community sounds like. Bring a friend. Bring a blanket. Bring yourself.

Everyone is welcome.

📍 Nanton Quality of Life Foundation 🗓️ Wednesday, November 18 ⏰ 7:00 PM

11/05/2026

☕💬 Coffee, Chats & Community Vibes!
Start your Friday with a warm cup and even warmer company at Coffee Time at Kosy Korner in Nanton!

🕙 Fridays | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Kosy Korner, Nanton

Whether you're reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting someone new, it's the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Come say hi — we can’t wait to see you!

11/05/2026

TODAY!

Building professional connections is an important part of finding opportunities, learning about the workplace, and growing your career in Alberta.

Join us for our free virtual webinar, Networking with Confidence, designed for immigrants and newcomers who want to feel more comfortable building professional relationships and expanding their networks.

During this session, you'll learn:

Why networking matters in Canada
Practical tips for starting conversations and making connections
How to build confidence when networking online and in person
Strategies for growing and maintaining your professional network

Event Details:

📅 Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
🕔 Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM MST
📍 Location: Virtual via Zoom

Registration is required. The webinar is free to attend. **Please only register if you plan to attend for sure.

Two days before the webinar, we will email the Zoom meeting link to the email address provided during registration.

11/04/2026

You can attend any workshop, previous workshop attendance is not needed!

After a loss, the money questions don't wait until you're ready.💛

Losing a spouse or partner, a job, or facing a major change in family circumstances can mean big financial decisions arriving at the hardest possible time.

Finding Your Financial Footing After Loss is a gentle, 3-part workshop built as a starting point for exactly those moments — no pressure, just a place to begin.

Each session runs 60 minutes:

🗓 Tuesday, October 13 · 7–8 PM
🗓 Tuesday, October 20 · 7–8 PM
🗓 Tuesday, November 11 · 7–8 PM
📍 Nanton Quality of Life Foundation
👥 Facilitated by Carrie Gataiant

Come as you are. You don't have to have it all figured out — that's what these evenings are for.

Presented by Wellness Financial Coaching Inc.

11/04/2026

TODAY! 🍁 Métis Culture, History & Resilience — Join Us!

Mark your calendars, Nanton! The Nanton Native Learning Circle is proud to present an evening with Jodi Patterson, exploring Métis history, culture, identity, and the enduring spirit of the Métis people.

📅 Wednesday, November 4th
🕕 6:30 pm
📍 Nanton Library

From the fiddle to the beadwork, Métis culture is woven into the story of this land — and this is a wonderful chance to come together in a spirit of learning, understanding, and connection.

Everyone welcome! Bring a friend and bring your curiosity. 💜

Questions? Contact the Nanton Native Learning Circle: 📧 [email protected] 📱 Find them on Facebook:

11/03/2026

🎄 Christmas cheer shouldn't come with a January hangover.

We've all been there — the gift-giving spree that leaves you dreading the bills in the new year. It doesn't have to be that way.

Join us Monday, November 17 at 7:00 PM at the Nanton Quality of Life Foundation (1601 21 Ave) for a free evening session: Stretching Your Holiday Spending Dollar — How to Survive Christmas Without the January Holiday Regret.

Hosted by Wellness Financial Coaching Inc., this one-hour session is all about practical planning, meaningful choices, and keeping the season joyful without the financial stress afterward.

Whether you're juggling a big family, a tight budget, or just want to feel more intentional about where your money goes — this one's for you.

📍 1601 21 Ave, Nanton 🗓️ November 17 | 7:00–8:00 PM ✅ Scan the QR code on the flyer or drop us a message to register.

See you there! 🎁

11/03/2026

🚌 The Better Together Shuttle is coming to Nanton!

Two days this November, hop on and ride around town all day for just $2. Groceries, errands, a treat, a visit with a friend — whatever gets you out the door!

📅 Nov 12 & 24
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
🚗 First stop: Silver Willow Lodge
💰 $2 — ride all day!

Stops roughly every 10 minutes along the route. Hop on, hop off, no stress.

Questions? Call 403-646-2436.

Better together. Better connected. See you there! 🎉

11/02/2026