Banff

“The more people in general in our province and in the country who get tested, whether asymptomatic or symptomatic, I think is a good thing because it provides our health authorities with the data they need.”

“Passes can also be purchased in-person at the Banff East Gate where we encourage contactless payment when possible,” said David Dunbar, a public relations and communications officer for Banff National Park.

“We want to welcome visitors back and make them feel welcome … we have what people are looking for. We have nature, open spaces, change of scenery and we are a safe place.”

“If you’re not at the property, MPC took the position then it shouldn’t be operated as B&B. You can go holiday, just book it in advance and don’t rent the rooms out was more their thoughts around that.”

Video, photos and the story from the Black Lives Matter vigil and march in Banff, Saturday (June 6).

“The funding model and the reserve that was built by these groups will protect us and is essential in our ability to protect the destination immediately,” said Leslie Bruce, Banff and Lake Louise Tourism president and CEO

"Many of our members are struggling and many businesses in our community make their money from June to September and that’s what they live on all year.”

“Don’t paddle in these areas unless you are very skilled and knowledgeable. When something goes wrong in the river it goes wrong fast and often with consequences.”

A Black Lives Matter Vigil is planned for Friday (June 5) in Canmore beginning at 1 p.m. at Riverside Park and the Banff Supports Black Lives Matter Vigil is planned for Saturday (June 6) beginning at noon in Central Park

“We haven’t located the den site yet. Staff are patrolling and we are certainly looking for feedback from residents on what they’re seeing in the area," said Bill Hunt, resource conservation manager for Banff National Park.