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Award-winning newspaper covering the Bow Valley area of Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Banff, Canmore, MD of Bighorn, Kananaskis Country and Stoney Nakoda.
NEWS: 'The small stories are worth sharing:' Bow Valley Film Tour returns, calling on local filmmakers
'The small stories are worth sharing:' Bow Valley Film Tour returns, calling on local filmmakers
“We are just really looking for local stories with a big heart."
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December 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
NEWS: PHOTOS: Youth speed skaters hit the rink at Canmore Ice Race Challenge
PHOTOS: Youth speed skaters hit the rink at Canmore Ice Race Challenge
About 130 youth speed skaters compete at the 21st annual Canmore Ice Race Challenge at the Canmore Recreation Centre on Saturday (Nov. 29).
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December 6, 2025 at 5:06 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Canada’s top-ranked darts player Clint Clarkson set for World Championship run
Canada’s top-ranked darts player Clint Clarkson set for World Championship run
For thirteen years Clint Clarkson was widely considered one of the best competitive darts players in all of Canada. Now, after nearly a decade away from the game, he's back and ready to represent the country at the 2025 World Championships.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:48 PM
NEWS: LETTER: Grateful for Art and Song supporters
LETTER: Grateful for Art and Song supporters
Editor: Huge gratitude to everyone who made this fundraiser for the Bow Valley Emergency Shelter a success . It takes a village, and once again Canmore rose to the occasion.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:07 PM
NEWS: Banff church sign shattered, Pride flag removed
Banff church sign shattered, Pride flag removed
“This behaviour is not tolerated in our community and we will not stand for it. It needs to stop.”
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December 6, 2025 at 12:50 AM
BEYOND LOCAL: Judge calls Alberta bill on referendum drives undemocratic, disrespect to rule of law
Judge calls Alberta bill on referendum drives undemocratic, disrespect to rule of law
An Alberta judge has delivered a stinging rebuke to Premier Danielle Smith's government, labelling a proposed bill as undemocratic and a threat to the rule of law.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:07 PM
NEWS: PHOTOS: Canmore parents protest childminding service shutdown
PHOTOS: Canmore parents protest childminding service shutdown
Parents gather in protest to oppose Town of Canmore's decision to shut down childminding program at Elevation Place
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December 5, 2025 at 11:03 PM
NEWS: Banff council approves $1.5M of $4.8M price tag for Fenlands redevelopment
Banff council approves $1.5M of $4.8M price tag for Fenlands redevelopment
Council banks on donor kicking in two-thirds of funding for $4.8 million redevelopment
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December 5, 2025 at 9:34 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: QuickFacts on the Alberta politicians facing citizen recall petitions
QuickFacts on the Alberta politicians facing citizen recall petitions
Political tensions are rising in Alberta as recall petitions gain traction against a significant number of MLAs, citing concerns over representation, policy decisions, and accountability.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:34 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Opposition NDP now targeted as more Alberta politicians face recall petitions
Opposition NDP now targeted as more Alberta politicians face recall petitions
Elections Alberta says it has confirmed signature collecting can begin to try to recall NDP education critic Amanda Chapman from her role as the legislature representative for Calgary-Beddington.
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December 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Serious bail reform required to address catch-and-release system, says Justice Minister
Serious bail reform required to address catch-and-release system, says Justice Minister
Alberta Justice Minister Mickey Amery reiterated the province's demand for a comprehensive overhaul of Bill C-75, believing it has detrimental impact on efforts to curb repeat offending within the province.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
NEWS: Increasing tourism, fewer temp workers shaping Banff, Canmore job market
Increasing tourism, fewer temp workers shaping Banff, Canmore job market
Increasing tourism from Canada Strong Pass meeting changes to temporary foreign worker regulations impacting Bow Valley.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:05 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney says politician recall legislation being misused
Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney says politician recall legislation being misused
Along with the 14 members of Smith's United Conservative caucus facing recall, Smith herself is expected to soon be added to the list.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:52 PM
NEWS: Plan proposes major overhaul of Canmore area trails
Plan proposes major overhaul of Canmore area trails
A planning document for Canmore area trails proposes sweeping changes that would add hundreds of kilometres of purpose-built trails while shutting down hundreds more cutting through sensitive wildlife habitat.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:34 PM
ICYMI: SPOTLIGHT: Skip the Crowds and be Enchanted by the Winter Waterfall Wonderland in Wells Gray Park #Spotlight #SponsoredContent #GreatWestMedia
Skip the Crowds and be Enchanted by the Winter Waterfall Wonderland in Wells Gray Park
Tired of the same crowded slopes and familiar mountain views? If you’re an Albertan looking to escape the ordinary this winter, a different kind of local adventure is waiting just a short road trip away!
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December 5, 2025 at 1:02 PM
NEWS: Wildfire ready? Canmore study mapping roads, transit for evacuation
Wildfire ready? Canmore study mapping roads, transit for evacuation
In an evacuation, “road space is at a premium.”
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December 5, 2025 at 12:50 AM
NEWS: 5 medals for Canadians at Canmore Para World Cup opener
5 medals for Canadians at Canmore Para World Cup opener
Collin Cameron, Maddie Mullin, and Natalie Wilkie led the way for the Canucks on Thursday (Dec. 4)
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December 4, 2025 at 11:34 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta bill aims to clear further obstacles to citizen-driven referendum questions
Alberta bill aims to clear further obstacles to citizen-driven referendum questions
Justice Minister Mickey Amery says the legislation won't affect a duelling petition certified earlier this week that seeks to make it official policy the province will not leave Canada.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:49 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: No charges will be laid against civilian pilot who violated G7 airspace during summit
No charges will be laid against civilian pilot who violated G7 airspace during summit
During the G7 Summit in Alberta, no-fly zones were in place over Kananaskis Village and the Calgary International Airport.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:41 PM
NEWS: PHOTOS: Opening ceremony of 2025 Para Cross-Country World Cup in Canmore
PHOTOS: Opening ceremony of 2025 Para Cross-Country World Cup in Canmore
More than 120 athletes from 19 countries compete at the 2025 FIS Para Cross Country World Cup Canmore at the Canmore Nordic Centre on Tursday, Saturday and Sunday (Dec. 4, 6 and 7).
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December 4, 2025 at 9:33 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Fight erupts at Alberta Costco over Pokémon cards
Fight erupts at Alberta Costco over Pokémon cards
The ongoing Pokémon card craze reached a boiling point at an Alberta Costco when a fight erupted amidst a crowd eager to purchase the latest set.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:48 PM
NEWS: Mixed results for Canmore skiers at Copper Mountain World Cup
Mixed results for Canmore skiers at Copper Mountain World Cup
Three alpine skiers from Canmore, looking to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics this season, got some early-year World Cup races under their belts at Copper Mountain, Colorado.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:05 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Calgary researchers help shed light on gaps in sport injury prevention for women
Calgary researchers help shed light on gaps in sport injury prevention for women
109 researchers, including three from the University of Calgary, have made 56 recommendations for injury prevention specific to women and girls.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:51 PM