Who we are,
Bow Valley Pride Network

Bow Valley Pride Network (BVPN) is a collaborative initiative advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion across Banff, Lake Louise, and Canmore. We work alongside local businesses, community organizations, and municipal partners to help make the Bow Valley a place where residents and visitors can feel welcome, safe, and respected every day of the year.

What we do

BVPN supports workplaces and public-facing spaces to strengthen inclusion through practical tools and community-led learning. Our work includes:

  • Training and workshops that build confidence and skills for inclusive service and workplaces

  • Resources and standards that help organizations take clear, measurable steps toward better inclusion

  • Community partnerships that connect local leaders and amplify what’s working

  • Entrepreneur and capacity-building supports that help grow a stronger, more inclusive local economy

How we work

BVPN is built on collaboration. We convene partners, share knowledge, and create accessible pathways for organizations to move from “we care” to “we’re doing.” We listen first, then co-design solutions that reflect the realities of living and working in a mountain community shaped by tourism, seasonal work, and rapid change.

Why it matters

Inclusion isn’t a marketing line, it’s a daily practice. When local spaces are truly welcoming, it strengthens community wellbeing, supports staff and customers, and helps the Bow Valley reflect the diversity of the people who call it home and travel here from around the world.

Join the Network

Whether you’re a business, non-profit, or community partner, there’s a place for you in BVPN. Together, we can build an inclusive Bow Valley.