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Banff’s Most-Photographed Sign Is Disappearing Again. Temporarily.

Banff’s Most-Photographed Sign Is Disappearing Again. Temporarily.

The letters beside the Train Station are heading back into storage for a few weeks as crews finish the pathways, landscaping, and public gathering space

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Daughter of Banff’s Famous “Boss” Bear Loses Cub to Train

Daughter of Banff’s Famous “Boss” Bear Loses Cub to Train

Collision involving cub from Bear 122 family prompts renewed focus on wildlife mortality along Banff’s rail corridor and ongoing mitigation efforts

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Backcountry Skier Dies After Falling Into Crevasse On Athabasca Glacier

Backcountry Skier Dies After Falling Into Crevasse On Athabasca Glacier

Parks Canada says rescue and recovery efforts on the Columbia Icefield were delayed by hazardous glacier conditions and poor weather

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Canmore’s Largest Entrepreneurship Cohort Yet Includes Everyone From Mountain Guides to Makeup Artists

Canmore’s Largest Entrepreneurship Cohort Yet Includes Everyone From Mountain Guides to Makeup Artists

The Town of Canmore’s SMARTstart program graduated a record 19 entrepreneurs this spring as small businesses continue to account for 95% of businesses operating in the community.

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The Columbia Icefield Just Put an Electric Tour Vehicle on the Glacier

The Columbia Icefield Just Put an Electric Tour Vehicle on the Glacier

The solar-powered vehicle can complete up to 35 glacier trips per charge and is expected to cut roughly 50 tonnes of emissions each season, the equivalent of taking 10 passenger vehicles off the road for a year.

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Sunshine’s Slush Cup Returns With Costumes, Crashes, And Cold Water

Sunshine’s Slush Cup Returns With Costumes, Crashes, And Cold Water

Banff Sunshine Village hosted its annual end-of-season pond skim Monday, with skiers and snowboarders attempting to glide across an icy pool in everything from cowboy outfits to Santa suits.

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The Best Lake Louise Alternatives: A Local's Guide

The Best Lake Louise Alternatives: A Local's Guide

Growing crowds, parking pressure and new recreation restrictions are pushing more visitors toward alternative lake destinations across Banff National Park and Yoho National Park

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Is Canmore Becoming Too Expensive For Small Businesses?

Is Canmore Becoming Too Expensive For Small Businesses?

New survey finds many Canmore businesses are worried about rising housing costs, commercial rents, and long-term affordability despite strong revenue growth

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Lake Louise Breaks Snowfall Record During Historic Winter

Lake Louise Breaks Snowfall Record During Historic Winter

Bow Valley ski resorts reported early openings, deep snowpacks, and strong skier demand throughout the season

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Sky Bistro’s New Menu Grounds Banff Fine Dining In Western Canada

Sky Bistro’s New Menu Grounds Banff Fine Dining In Western Canada

Following a two-month renovation, the Banff Gondola restaurant is highlighting regional ingredients, Canadian producers and locally inspired flavours.

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Canmore's Rundle Forebay Signage Raises Questions About Recreational Use

Canmore's Rundle Forebay Signage Raises Questions About Recreational Use

Town and TransAlta say signage near Canmore drinking water reservoir discourages recreation, but questions remain about enforcement

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Canmore Launches Reuse Hub to Keep Construction Waste Out of Landfill

Canmore Launches Reuse Hub to Keep Construction Waste Out of Landfill

Pilot project aims to divert reusable building materials from Francis Cooke Landfill as Bow Valley municipalities push broader waste reduction strategies

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