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Overnight Wildfire on Tunnel Mtn
Parks Canada crews quickly brought the fire under control, but questions remain about who may be responsible.
The temporary pipeline will supply groundwater for snowmaking when Pipestone River levels are too low, with pedestrian crossings installed to maintain access to local trails through winter.
Later morning access updates and a new permit exemption for youth are among the changes announced for the 2026/27 season.
A Canmore resident witnessed the dog chasing and attacking a deer in the Bow River. The owner has since come forward, and officials are investigating the incident.
Why Banff Skiing Will Open Later
Two property owners say the upgraded West Bow River Pathway reduced their land values. Council has approved $150,000 in legal and appraisal costs to defend the claims.
Despite stretches of extreme fire danger and dry conditions, no major wildfire took hold in the Bow Valley this summer.
From haunted houses and pumpkin walks to costume parties and ghost tours, here's what's happening across the Bow Valley this Halloween, including free events for families.
The Job Resource Centre held separate fairs in Banff and Canmore for the first time, as employers continue to face housing and recruitment challenges.
A town hall featuring Alberta independence advocates lost its Canmore venue ahead of the Oct. 19 referendum. Organizers have yet to confirm whether the event went ahead elsewhere.
With about 300 households already on Banff’s rental waitlist, the new Wolf Willow development could offer relief, but applicants will need to wait their turn.
