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Extreme Fire Danger Returns to Banff National Park as B.C. Wildfire Smoke Moves Into Bow Valley

Extreme Fire Danger Returns to Banff National Park as B.C. Wildfire Smoke Moves Into Bow Valley

Smoke from a growing wildfire south of Lytton has prompted an air quality warning, while Parks Canada urges visitors to follow campfire rules during a period of elevated wildfire risk.

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Canmore Residents Push for Safer Walking and Cycling Routes

Canmore Residents Push for Safer Walking and Cycling Routes

Survey participants said safer infrastructure, better transit and improved snow clearing would make them more likely to leave the car at home.

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Massive Wildlife Corridor Linking Banff to U.S. Protected Forever

Massive Wildlife Corridor Linking Banff to U.S. Protected Forever

The 45,000-hectare acquisition secures a vital migration route for grizzlies, wolverines and other wildlife stretching from Banff to Montana.

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Two Killed in Head-On Crash in Kootenay National Park

Two Killed in Head-On Crash in Kootenay National Park

RCMP say no criminality is suspected after collision closed highway for over seven hours

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Netflix Wants You to Visit the Bow Valley. Its New Map Reveals Where Your Favourite Shows Were Filmed.

Netflix Wants You to Visit the Bow Valley. Its New Map Reveals Where Your Favourite Shows Were Filmed.

The streaming giant's new "Netflix in Your Neighbourhood" experience doubles as both a travel guide and a reminder of the growing debate over what streaming companies contribute to Canada.

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Visitors to Banff Gondola, Upper Hot Springs Should Expect Delays as Major Roadwork Begins

Visitors to Banff Gondola, Upper Hot Springs Should Expect Delays as Major Roadwork Begins

Mountain Avenue, the only road connecting Banff to Sulphur Mountain attractions, is undergoing a full reconstruction through September.

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Large Rockfall Strikes Popular Banff Climbing Area, Narrowly Misses Climbers

Large Rockfall Strikes Popular Banff Climbing Area, Narrowly Misses Climbers

Parks Canada says all climbers have been accounted for and no injuries were reported after a large section of Mount Rundle collapsed into one of Banff's most popular beginner climbing areas.

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Province Says Bow Valley Fireguard Is Wildfire Protection, Not Commercial Logging

Province Says Bow Valley Fireguard Is Wildfire Protection, Not Commercial Logging

Officials say the project is designed to create defensible fuel breaks around Canmore, not harvest timber for commercial purposes.

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Canmore Doubles Downtown Washroom Budget After Construction Bids Soar

Canmore Doubles Downtown Washroom Budget After Construction Bids Soar

Council approves $1.46-million project despite concerns over cost, saying delays would likely drive the price even higher

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After Bridgette Bar, Calgary's Concorde Group Opens Second Canmore Restaurant

After Bridgette Bar, Calgary's Concorde Group Opens Second Canmore Restaurant

Hunter Steakhouse opened June 26 in Spring Creek, with an emphasis on premium beef, live-fire cooking, and local guests.

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Pita Pit, Second Cup Coming to Canmore in Bow Valley Trail Redevelopment

Pita Pit, Second Cup Coming to Canmore in Bow Valley Trail Redevelopment

McDonald's and Petro-Canada have closed for construction and are expected to return in 2027 as part of an expanded highway service centre.

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Cougar Creek Canyon Reopens to Climbers After Flood Damage Cut Off Access

Cougar Creek Canyon Reopens to Climbers After Flood Damage Cut Off Access

The Town of Canmore has reopened pedestrian access across the Cougar Creek flood retention structure, restoring access to more than 250 sport climbing routes after days of closures following last week's flooding.

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