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2026 Initial Program Intake

Bow Valley Mental Health and Addiction Week is introducing a new intake format for 2026.
This year, we are focusing on strengthening collaboration and partnership across programs. We encourage potential applicants to submit their area of program interest during the initial intake period (open until March 9th). After the intake closes, we will connect individuals and organizations with similar program ideas and/or shared mental health and addiction focus areas. Our goal is to work together to build stronger, more impactful programs that offer enhanced supports and meaningful information at each event and activity. This approach is not one-size-fits-all. If you prefer to deliver your program independently, please indicate that in your intake submission.

In 2026, thanks to the Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation and Banff Canmore Foundation,  funding will be available for programs to support delivery costs such as facilitation, supplies, facility rentals, etc.  Funding amounts and more information will be included in the final program application portal after March 9th. 

Team Hugging
Select your program area of interest
Are you interested in collaborating with other passionate individuals, groups or agencies where the topic aligns?
Yes
No

Maximum 150 words

Maximum 150 words

Type of delivery you are comfortable with
In Person
Virtual
Hybrid
Which community would you like to provide a program in?

INTAKE REGISTRATION FORM

(16). 72 x 11.75 (30). 28 x 11.75 (6). 2
Interested in being an Ambassador

What is the purpose of the week?

 

The week seeks: to increase awareness about the mental health and addiction issues affecting Bow Valley residents, to increase awareness of the mental health and addiction services available to residents, to create a systems level response to the mental health and addiction challenges in our community through a collaborative and coordinated approach, and to break down the social barrier of mental health stigma through community initiatives and conversations. 

 

What does an ambassador do?

​Ambassadors share their own lived mental health experience to inform the community about the diversity of mental health and addiction illnesses, to help reduce the stigma, and to inspire recovery and hope.

 

Share Your Story - Ambassadors may be asked to share their stories and experience in a variety of ways, including written or video form, website and social media channels, public speaking, media interviews, or through podcasts.

 

Be an Advocate - Ambassadors may be asked to share their personal healthcare journey and experiences to support improvements to the local healthcare services.

 

Promote Mental Health and Addiction Awareness – Ambassadors may be asked to attend and support programs and activities to assist programmers, attendees and help increase awareness of the mental health and addiction.

 

Provide Feedback and Information - Ambassadors are asked to help us obtain feedback and be a stronger influencer on important issues affecting the wellbeing of our community and its residents. 

If you are interested in becoming an ambassador please e-mail bmhaw24@gmail.com along with a completed application

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