Lake Louise

“Between those two locations, and our existing staff housing in the village of Lake Louise, we have enough to get us through the winter season."

A terrible tragedy in the remote wilderness of Banff National Park has left two people, a dog, and a grizzly bear dead.

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In a letter to Alberta’s minister responsible for energy and minerals, Banff-Kananaskis NDP MLA Sarah Elmeligi and NDP critic for environment Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse demanded an “immediate public commitment” from the province to prevent any new mining applications from coming forward.

A family member of the couple killed by a grizzly bear in the wilderness of Banff National Park says he knew something was terribly wrong as soon as he received a call with a message from their satellite device.

“I just want folks to know that’s the process to finish up the present 4 year ed plan and start moving toward a new one.”

“This is a tragic situation and out of respect for the victims and their families, Parks Canada has a responsibility to ensure information is confirmed and accurate before releasing it publicly,” she said in an email Monday morning (Oct. 2).

Two people are dead following a grizzly bear attack in Banff National Park, according to Parks Canada.

“And then as a result, missed appointments harm patients – both those who missed their appointment, but also those who aren’t seen because of the spot that’s been taken and having to wait longer to be seen.”