Diet and nutrition have been shown to impact many aspects of your overall health, mental and physical. Sienna is a Registered Dietitian here to support your unique dietary and nutritional needs through FREE education classes & private consultations! Let’s get to know her: 1. What are some topics you are most passionate about in your […]
Please join us in welcoming Bekki Hammill, Nurse Practitioner (NP), to our team. Bekki works alongside the wonderful team at Bear Street Family Physicians in Banff seeing patients across the whole spectrum of primary care. Bekki’s role is to increase patient access to care within the clinic, as well as provide coverage for our PCN […]
Andrei Dandridge-Evancio is one of our Mental Health Clinicians. His therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural, Attachment, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy modalities with an emphasis on Client-Centered care. What topics are you most passionate about in your work? I believe in the importance of counselling taking place in the context of a supportive and […]
March is Nutrition Month in Canada. This year we focused on food waste reduction in the Bow Valley. Edible food waste costs each Canadian household an average of $1300/year and makes up one-third to half of all waste in the Bow Valley. While Banff and Canmore both have food waste recycling programs, there is still […]
Here’s a quick guide to help you understand how to use expiration and best before dates, to know what each term means and when food is safe to consume, to help reduce your food waste. Best Before Date According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, a best before date is an indicator of quality, not […]
Meet Active Living Consultant Kiley Torti, who has a well-deserved following of locals who value her supportive and energetic approach in meeting their specialized needs. Kiley will help you to create a realistic and safe active lifestyle program; answer questions and customize your routine based on your health conditions or past injuries, to get you […]
Diet and nutrition have been shown to impact many aspects of your overall health, mental health and life expectancy. So what can you do to improve your diet and nutrition? You can connect with our Registered Dietition, for FREE, in-person or virtually! Get to know a bit more about Zarifa: What is one thing people […]
Please join us in welcoming Trina Mucha, Nurse Practitioner (NP), to our team. We are very excited to welcome Trina into our mountain community! In our PCN clinic, Trina provides full-scope primary health care services to people across the lifespan. These services include writing prescriptions, performing medical procedures such as pap tests & suture removal, […]
The holiday season is a beautiful time of year in the Bow Valley, but it can be a challenging time for many. Fortunately, there are supports available to Bow Valley residents, including financial, social, and food supports. We’ve collected a list of free/affordable holiday events and supports in the region, see below. If you are […]
Kate Rive (she/her) is one of our Mental Health Clinicians. Her practice is trauma-informed and solution-focused, grounded in attachment, mindfulness, and systems theory. What is one simple thing people can do to enhance their mood and mental wellness right now? A simple thing people can do to enhance their mood and mental wellness is to […]
September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We encourage everyone in the community to attend a ceremony, wear orange, familiarize yourself with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action and simply, listen. This day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families […]
This week we were pleased to signed the Bow Valley Food Charter! Developed by the Bow Valley Food Alliance through engaging diverse community voices, the aim is to unite local organizations in creating healthy and dignified food systems in our region. As a long term collaborator through the Bow Valley Good Food Box and other […]
In June 2022 the PCN’s own Zarifa Monson, Registered Dietitian, accepted the award for the Rotary Club of Canmore’s organization of the year at the annual Rotary awards dinner on behalf of the Bow Valley Good Food Box. “It was so unexpected and such an honour to receive the Organization of the Year on behalf […]
Keeping our planet healthy is one way we can keep ourselves healthy. In honour of Earth Day 2022 we are sharing some small ways you can help the planet and challenge you to do one or all of them this month! Walk Without Waste – Take a walk and pick-up garbage that you see on […]
Health Canada defines food insecurity as “the inability to acquire or consume an adequate diet quality or sufficient quantity of food in socially acceptable ways, or the uncertainty that one will be able to do so.” In 2017-2018, household food insecurity in Canada affected 8.8% of homes. Due to the impact of COVID-19, this number […]
Sexual violence is an umbrella term referring to a spectrum of sexual offences, including: Sexual assault: any unwanted sexual touching, or sex with someone who is unable/unwilling to give consent Sexual harassment: any unwanted conduct or gesture used to humiliate or cause offence. Sexual abuse: the use of another for one’s own sexual pleasure without […]
Though the acronym has changed and continues to differ across the globe, it represents all people who fall under a beautiful rainbow umbrella of diversity in relation to gender &/or sexuality. And it matters, because like all minority populations, we in the 2SLGBTQ+ community oftentimes have different needs for services and healthcare. Just like I […]
As part of Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week, the Primary Care Network (PCN) is promoting sexual and reproductive health. Sexual and reproductive health encompasses the health of an individual’s reproductive system and sexual well-being during all stages of their life. One of our goals is to bring awareness and provide resources our community can […]
Have you ever felt down? Or perhaps anxious? In those moments, you may have found yourself reaching for a sweet snack, a salty snack, or something else to comfort you. Did it make you feel better? Did it make you feel worse? So how does diet factor into your mental health and happiness? Research suggests […]
Winter is here! If you are looking for a way to stay active this season and enjoy the mountain scenery, Nordic, or cross-country (XC) skiing is a fun and affordable activity that has great health benefits. What do all those Scandinavians know that we don’t? It’s a full-body workout Coordinating your movements requires use of […]
For many of us, the Christmas season is often filled with family, friends and of course, food. As a dietitian, I often hear people telling me about how they anticipate this season will derail their health promoting efforts. It doesn’t have to be like that. Here are a few things to consider to keep you […]
It’s that time of year! We are waking up to fresh snow on the mountain tops and the snowflakes are starting to fall. While the white fluffy stuff gets the skiers excited, this can be a difficult time of year to stay motivated, even for the most dedicated exercise enthusiast. The chilly temperatures and fading […]
An initiative by the Bow Valley PCN, Town of Canmore, and Bow Valley Food Alliance, Food From Home encouraged people to take growing food into their own hands while taking advantage of our beautiful Rocky Mountain climate, regardless of garden space – be it a patio, balcony or yard. The goal of this program was […]