The health and well-being of our community is a top priority. Here are some resources and helpful links to help you connect with the information you may need as the situation with COVID-19 continues to evolve.
*We are listing links and information on COVID-19 resources and supports on the following web pages:
Food mdbighorn.ca/287/Housing-and-Affordability
Recreation Options mdbighorn.ca/327/Fitness-Recreation-Classes
Social and Mental Health Supports mdbighorn.ca/331/Wellness-Supports
Updates December 18:
Service Canada latest financial supports information (english and french):
General Nov 26 General - English General - French Specific Nov 26 Youth Nov 26 Seniors Nov 26 Business Nov 26
Benefits Received by Filing your Taxes - Canmore webinar pre-register for this Jan. 14/21 session
Activity Ideas
Cochrane Activity Guide & Things you CAN do during COVID-19
Home for the Holidays - YouTube
English Learning Opportunities
Mental Well-being Supports
How to help someone in a family violence situation
Togetherall Get support. Take control. Feel better. An online peer-to-peer support community for your mental health
Coping at Home For Families
Parents Empowering Parents - Providing education, innovative programming, support and hope for individuals or families dealing with or concerned about substance abuse/addiction.
Every Child Matters
Area Supports for MD Residents
Canmore Community Support Hub
Family Resource Network (FRN) Holiday Supports
Cochrane COVID-19 RESPONSE
Cochrane SOCIAL RECOVERY TASK FORCE
Research Participation Opportunities
School Experiences and Mental Health During COVID-19
Serious Games for Seniors Engagement and Positive Emotions
Update September 1:
Starting today the Bighorn Library is opening for limited hours and days.
Tuesdays 5 to 8
Wednesdays 9 to 12
Thursdays 5 to 8
Everyone please wear a mask in the library. If you do not have one they will be happy to provide you with one. Your library staff can’t wait to see you again!!
*Update May 20, 2020
Alberta Government - useful links to provincial information including all updates by Chief Medical Officer
Government of Canada Heath Services - Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
Alberta Health Services (AHS) - Information for Albertans about novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
Workplace Guidance for Business Owners - This document has been developed to support all business and sectors (excluding health care settings) in reducing the risk of transmission of COVID-19 among workers, volunteers and patrons. All workplaces are expected to develop and implement these policies and procedures prior to re-opening or continuing operations after May 1, 2020.
Alberta Biz Connect - Workplace guidance and supports to help businesses and non-profits affected by COVID-19 begin to reopen and resume operations safely.
Mental Health Commission of Canada - Choosing sources of information carefully during COVID-19 is critical to mental well-being
Town of Banff - Coronavirus (COVID-19) information
Town of Canmore - Coronavirus (COVID-19) information
We know you have questions and need information. The Canmore call centre is operating weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (not statutory holidays) to help answer questions relating to mental health, employment insurance, meal and grocery services, housing, issues related to immigration, childcare and more.
Call 403.678.1551 or email: askus@canmore.ca
*COVID-19 Questions and Answers canmore.ca/covid-19/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-canmore/covid-19-questions-and-answers
Town of Cochrane - COVID-19 Situation Updates
Bow Valley Immigration Partnership - Information for Foreign-born Bow Valley Residents about Novel Coronavirus (COVID‑19)
Please practice social distancing and follow all Provincial directives. If you know of someone who is elderly, in frail health or is somewhat isolated (geographically or socially) please check in on them by phone to offer any assistance they may require.
Grocery Gift Cards
The MD of Bighorn has a limited number of grocery gift cards to distribute to MD residents who have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. These are available at no cost to residents who’s income has taken a serious hit and are struggling to make ends meet. To inquire about obtaining one of these gift cards, please contact Deb Grady deb.grady@mdbighorn.ca or 403-673-3611.
*We are listing links and information on COVID-19 resources and supports on the following web pages:
Food mdbighorn.ca/287/Housing-and-Affordability
Recreation Options mdbighorn.ca/327/Fitness-Recreation-Classes
Social and Mental Health Supports mdbighorn.ca/331/Wellness-Supports
