Banff

• Fire ban issued for Banff National Park because of ‘elevated’ danger

  Parks Canada officials issued a fire ban for Banff National Park on Tuesday, saying the decision was made "due to elevated fire danger."

  Weather

  Jul 20
• Grizzly bear and yearling cub killed by train in Banff National Park

  Parks Canada says a mother grizzly and her female yearling cub have been killed by a train near Banff. A second cub was orphaned.

  Canada

  Jun 25
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• New campaign urges people to keep dogs on leash in Banff, Canmore

  Banff and Canmore have launched a new campaign urging dog owners to keep their furry friends on leashes at all times.

  Canada

  Jun 18
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• Visitors to see big changes on Banff’s Bear Street after major construction work during pandemic

  The massive void left by tourists in the town of Banff has been occupied by workers clad in bright vests and hard hats and the persistent drum of heavy machinery.

  Canada

  Jun 7
• Provinces see record COVID-19 case counts as hotspots wait amid J&J vaccine delays

  The mayor of Banff says she's disappointed that J & J vaccines earmarked for her community are delayed, but values the work Health Canada is doing to ensure every dose is safe.

  Canada

  May 1
• Alberta changes COVID-19 vaccine rollout to support RMWB and Banff

  Alberta's Johnson and Johnson vaccine shipment will be directed to the Fort McMurray area and Banff, which are experiencing the highest rates of COVID-19 in the province.

  Canada

  Apr 28
• Banff mayor sees increased need for COVID-19 vaccinations in younger demographics

  With a population of just over 13,000 people, Banff is actually one of Alberta’s hottest spots when it comes to COVID-19.

  Health

  Apr 27
• Parks Canada seeking public input to help shape future of mountain national parks

  Parks Canada has launched Indigenous and public engagement for plans on the future of mountain national parks in Canada.

  Canada

  Apr 14
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• Could 104 Street become a pedestrian promenade in downtown Edmonton?

  When Alberta announced restrictions on indoor dining, downtown resident Tim Lynn had an idea. He thought maybe the businesses on his street could take up more real-estate outdoors.

  Consumer

  Apr 8
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• 3.9-magnitude Banff earthquake ‘not unusual’ for Rocky Mountain region: seismologist

  The earthquake was recognized at a 3.9 magnitude by Canadian officials. It was initially reported as 4.4 magnitude by the United States Geological Survey.

  Canada

  Feb 14