Banff

“Obviously, many, many of our regional friends understand the severity of this virus and chose to stay away. We want to thank those in the region who are doing the right thing – and that’s easily the vast majority of day-trippers.”

“Although it’s disappointing to have had our 2019/2020 ski and snowboard season cut short, due to circumstances, we as a mountain and community are focused on promoting the health and wellness of our province."

“The suspension is in place until the province’s chief medical officer of health is confident the health and public safety risk from COVID-19 is reduced."

“That $550,000 makes a bit of a difference for us this year.” – Mayor Karen Sorensen on a request for Parks Canada to waive $550,000 land rent payment

“Lead concentrations in it were about three times higher than the federal limits established for animal feed."

“These restrictions will not be in place forever,” Alberta Medical Chief Officer Dr. Deena Hinshaw said. “At this time we are not yet at that point where we can start easing off.”

“Unfortunately, COVID-19 has no regard for other disasters that may come our way this year - and the two that we are actively preparing for at this moment are the for the flood season and for the wildfire season.” – Banff fire chief Silvio Adamo

“Experts anticipate substantial business closures and employee terminations across the industry if businesses are not provided with financial support to stay open and retain staff this summer and beyond."

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“As every day goes by, the risk of business failure increases exponentially as the challenge of trying to maintain overhead costs tests the liquidity of every business.”