Bow Valley College: Help Us Fill 20 Backpacks

This back-to-school season, we are partnering with Bow Valley College to bring Calgary's community together to support student success.Bow Valley College empowers students, removes barriers, creates opportunity, and helps learners take the next step in their education and careers.On Thursday, September 10, 2026, visit the Bow Valley College pop-up on Level 2 of the CORE Shopping Centre by the CORE Information desk, and help us fill 20 backpacks with practical school and everyday essentials to support students' learning and help reduce the financial barriers to their education.Donations include but are not limited to:School Supplies – notebooks, pens and pencils, highlighters, sticky notes, index cards.Student Essentials – non-perishable snacks, travel-sized toiletries, hand sanitizers, lip balms, bandages, travel-sized tissue packs.Technology & Wellness – headphones or earbuds, fast-charging blocks, charging cables, fidget toys, other small stress-relief items.Many students balance their education with work, family responsibilities, and other commitments, and having access to these resources can help reduce barriers to learning and support their success throughout the academic year. Together, we can help students start the year prepared, supported, and ready to take their next step in their education.Visitors can speak with Bow Valley College representatives onsite from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Stop by to chat, ask questions, and learn more about how your donations support students across Calgary.To find out more about Bow Valley College, visit bowvalleycollege.ca or follow them on Instagram @bowvalley.Subject to change without notice.