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The 32-foot spiral slide at Sundance Park is now open for summer, and it’s already sparking debate online
Grizzly Hunt Back on Table?
No active fires reported, but officials warn drying vegetation could ignite quickly as snow melts
Elevation Place, the rec centre and wastewater plant account for nearly three-quarters of municipal energy use
Hikers left marked trails in spring snow conditions; officials warn popular routes remain unsafe due to avalanche risk and deep snow
The Yoga Lounge opens a new ground-floor space, citing rising costs, accessibility needs and room to grow
Rural leaders cite rising bear encounters and property damage, while Bow Valley officials in MD of Bighorn say those issues aren’t showing up locally
Banff’s Bear Magnet: Dead Fish
Research shows bears are pulled toward roadside food sources even as roads and towns limit where they can safely move
Funding will support trail upgrades, campground improvements and infrastructure work across high-use recreation areas
Frankie D’s Donuts launches a conversation card deck to bring guided mental health discussions into homes, workplaces, and community spaces
Proposal would waive development and building permit fees to support a 120-unit affordable housing project
