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Parks Canada fire crews quick to put out Hector Lake fire

Parks Canada fire crews quick to put out Hector Lake fire

“Parks Canada fire crews continue to patrol the national parks and boundary zones for new wildfires and are ready to respond.”
Banff, Canmore, Jasper to form Yellowhead federal riding

Banff, Canmore, Jasper to form Yellowhead federal riding

“I think putting the mountain towns together – particularly the two that are in national parks and the one that is adjacent – there’s a chance for those combined voices to have more impact with respect to representation and accountability.”
AWA calls for restrictions on OHV use in Bighorn Backcountry

AWA calls for restrictions on OHV use in Bighorn Backcountry

“Off-highway vehicle use in the Bighorn Backcountry damages soil and vegetation, reduces water quality in the headwaters of the North Saskatchewan River, and destroys and degrades fish habitat."
Grant to help 16 Bow Valley youth organizations

Grant to help 16 Bow Valley youth organizations

A grant of $41,500 will help 16 local youth clubs in the Bow Valley provide affordable and accessible athletics.
EDITORIAL: Devastating wildfire season leaves lasting impacts

EDITORIAL: Devastating wildfire season leaves lasting impacts

The province is in the midst of its annual wildfire season and the Bow Valley is no exception.
STARS transfers injured paraglider from Banff

STARS transfers injured paraglider from Banff

“If you’re coming to the area, please reach out before flying because it’s a sensitive area.”
Bold black bear prompts warning in Banff campground

Bold black bear prompts warning in Banff campground

A bold black bear hanging around the Tunnel Mountain campground and surrounding areas has prompted a warning from Parks Canada.
PHOTOS: Rugby camp teaches skills, game, Maori culture

PHOTOS: Rugby camp teaches skills, game, Maori culture

PHOTOS: Rugby camp teaches skills, game, Maori culture
Disappointment over Lake Louise world cup removal, likely gone beyond 2023

Disappointment over Lake Louise world cup removal, likely gone beyond 2023

“I think it’s really disappointing and it’s sad that the government couldn’t step up to provide this increased funding for Alpine Canada."
Fifty per cent Banff resident rate reduction defeated for pavilion, indoor field house

Fifty per cent Banff resident rate reduction defeated for pavilion, indoor field house

“To change those fees halfway through the year, even with the best of intentions, somebody’s going to deem that unfair,”