Supporting an active, vibrant, and healthy community.
ย Our donations support projects that promote active lifestyles, enhance education opportunities, and nurture strong connections within our community. These programs and initiatives make the Bow Valley a better place for people to live, raise families, and enjoy mountain life.
ย We will fund initiatives that:
ย โข Create opportunities to embrace our mountain culture, education, and recreation
โข Make our community a positive place to build a career, live, and raise a family
โข Positively impact our social service and community networks
โข Improve the visitor experience
โข Enhance infrastructure to beautify public areas and promote active transportation.
Our Impact
Since 2013, the Wim and Nancy Pauw Foundation has invested over $23,775,000
in the Bow Valley communities.
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Looking to get outside and make new friends? Through BanffLIFE, residents aged 18 to 34 have opportunities to meet new people, try new experiences, and become part of the community that makes Banff such a special place.
The Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation is proud to support BanffLIFE, helping make these opportunities more accessible and ensuring more young adults can connect, participate, and have fun ๐ฉต
Follow @banff.life to stay up to date on events and programs.
There`s still lots of summer left for kids to explore and make new memories in the Bow Valley.
The Town of Banffโs Outsiders program gives youth entering Grades 5 to 8 the chance to do just that. From outdoor adventures and sports to arts, crafts, games, and field trips, every day is an opportunity to stay active and have fun with friends ๐๏ธ
At the Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation, we believe opportunities like these help young people grow through play and outdoor adventures.
Join us in voting for Spirit North to help them win a new vehicle for their outdoor programs.
Spirit North has been selected as a Top 5 finalist in the Outdoor Accessibility and Education category of the Land Rover Defender Awards ๐
This nomination recognizes their impactful work to support Indigenous youth through sport and play.
To win a custom Defender 130 vehicle and $30,000 USD, they need the most votes in their category. Voting is open until August 14 โ๏ธ
Vote here: @spiritnorthxc
Whether it`s yoga, swimming, roller disco or one of the many other drop-in sessions offered by @banfftown, these programs help people of all ages stay active, connect with others, and have fun throughout the year.
We`re proud to support the Pauw Pass, making unlimited drop-in recreation affordable for Banff residents ๐ ๐ธ
Because healthy communities are built one game, one class, and one connection at a time.
See what`s happening and sign up today!
๐ธ Jungmin Ham, Rocky Mountain Outlook / Town of Banff
Few places come alive in summer quite like the Bow Valley. It`s the perfect season to get outside, explore, and make the most of everything our mountain communities have to offer.
โ๏ธ For young adults aged 18 to 35, @cyancanmore is helping make that happen.
We`ve committed $120,000 to CYAN for 2026 and 2027.
๐๐พ From running and disc golf to social gatherings and community events, CYAN is creating opportunities to get active, build friendships, and experience the Bow Valley in new ways.
We`re delighted to support this summer`s yoga and climbing programs as part of that work.
Growing a garden is about growing community ๐ฅ
The recent Canmore Community Gardening Society barbecue was a wonderful reminder that gardens bring people together. They create spaces to learn, lend a hand, and find new friends in our community.
The Canmore Community Gardening Society helps cultivate local food, lifelong learning, and a vibrant community where everyone has a chance to grow ๐ฑ
Summer is made for adventure ๐ฃ๐พ
Whether they`re exploring the outdoors, trying something new, or making new friends, @banfftown`s summer programs give children and youth from Kindergarten through Grade 10 the chance to make the most of the season.
The Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation is proud to support these opportunities, helping make summer recreation more accessible for Banff families so more young people can get outside, stay active, and create memories that last long after summer ends โ๏ธ
Learn more about the Town of Banff`s summer programs at banff.ca.
Outdoor learning can change how young people connect with nature, their communities, and the world around them.
We`re excited to see registration open for @take.me.outside`s 2026 Outdoor Learning Leadership Conference, taking place October 29โ31 in Banff ๐
Bringing together school leaders, educators, researchers, and partners from across the country, the conference will explore practical ways to make outdoor learning a meaningful part of school communities โ๏ธ
If you know a principal, administrator, or education leader who is passionate about student learning and well-being, please help spread the word.
๐ธ Take Me Outside 2026 Outdoor Learning Conference
