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Transit commission passes 2022 budget for Roam

Transit commission passes 2022 budget for Roam

“We’re hoping to achieve about 10 per cent above the 2019 levels. The caveat on that is dependant on the visitor population coming back strongly and that’s unknown with COVID-19 restrictions and the general comfort with travelling."
Bow Valley misses international workers during staff shortage crunch

Bow Valley misses international workers during staff shortage crunch

“Everyone has pitched up wages, but it doesn’t matter what you pay; there’s nobody to take the job."
Spring Creek Mountain Village receives green energy certification

Spring Creek Mountain Village receives green energy certification

"We were one of the first to adopt geothermal technologies in Alberta to meet our goal: to create a truly sustainable mountain community. This is a nod to my parents and grandparents and to Canmore – a legacy for the town in which I grew up.”
Bow Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized with provincial award

Bow Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized with provincial award

“Over the past 16 months, Alberta businesses have faced challenge after challenge. Through it all, the Bow Valley Chamber has provided nothing short of exceptional support to its members. Congratulations on this very well-deserved honour.” 
From race timing to tracking trucks, Zone4 has found sustainable success

From race timing to tracking trucks, Zone4 has found sustainable success

CANMORE – One week into the pandemic, Dan Roycroft and his Zone4 race timing business were essentially out of work.
Art galleries, museums reopen as COVID-19 cases drop, vaccines increase

Art galleries, museums reopen as COVID-19 cases drop, vaccines increase

From Banff to Lake Louise and Canmore to Kananaskis, there are dozens of galleries and museums showcasing talented artists and history from across the country.
Bow Valley entrepreneurs undeterred by COVID-19

Bow Valley entrepreneurs undeterred by COVID-19

COVID-19 presented an unexpected hurdle to overcome, or new opportunity to pivot for a number of Bow Valley entrepreneurs. Their passion for their profession and community pushed them to succeed.
Main Street businesses adapt during pandemic

Main Street businesses adapt during pandemic

Main Street in Canmore hasn’t changed much at first glance. Over time, businesses come and businesses go. Or, they are bought out and rebranded under new ownership and management.
Canmore real estate market booming with COVID-19

Canmore real estate market booming with COVID-19

"A lot of people are trying to sell right now, but that does not mean they will get what they want ... sellers have to be prepared to price it appropriately and be realistic," said MaxWell Capital Realtor Robb Aishford. "The Canmore market has always done its own thing."  
BEST OF THE BOW: Alanna Pettigrew voted best volunteer in Banff

BEST OF THE BOW: Alanna Pettigrew voted best volunteer in Banff

“Some days I think I’m quite crazy because I live and breathe what I am doing right now and I have never found a better place for my soul.”