Economic stability and sound financial decisions are an essential element of community sustainability.  The Town of Canmore has undergone significant change in a short amount of time, highlighting the importance of financial security and stability.

According to the Mining the Future vision, Economic Sustainability means that “We acknowledge the importance of a strong economy to our overall wellbeing, and how important it is that our economy remains viable over time.  At present, we see ourselves primarily as a successful tourism community. To achieve the strong, resilient economy we believe necessary for future success, we will need to build on the tourism base to create a balanced economy that draws from many sources, including knowledge-based industry, entrepreneurship, retirement and investment income, wellness and mountain lifestyle. Economic sustainability requires a diversity of income sources and the participation a diverse workforce – one with a range of skills, ages, means and abilities – that is supported by the community over time.”

The items to the left are some of our most significant economic initiatives to date.

• Sustainable Economic Development and Tourism Strategy
• Purchasing Guidelines
• Second Home Owner Study