Big Stories Blog

We are making Canmore a better place to call home.

Our mountain town moves fast. We are keeping you in the loop with the Big Stories unfolding in our community with a new storytelling approach to help you connect the dots.

Every year, we will feature six major themes that reflect our key projects, so you can understand the ‘why’ behind the work you see around town. Each theme has a unique icon that you can watch for as we roll-out initiatives that relate to each one.

Explore our 2024/5 stories and follow our blog to stay informed about the major work to increase the quality of life in Canmore in alignment with your Council's priorities.

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Taking steps forward for affordable housing in Palliser

We are excited to share that we've launched a project to explore affordable housing opportunites for what is called "the Moustache…

Posted on Jan 27th

Taking action on the housing crisis with purpose-built rental incentives.

We are taking action on the housing crisis. On Jan. 7, Council approved a purpose-built rentals incentive policy which aims to…

Posted on Jan 7th

Cougar Creek Canyon Re-Opening on Dec. 21!

Just in time for the holidays… we’re excited to share that Alberta Parks is anticipated to reopen public access to Cougar…

Posted on Dec 20th

Making it easier to take the bus, one stop at a time.

The only thing worse than missing the bus... is standing in the rain or snow waiting for the one that you missed. If you've taken…

Posted on Nov 1st

Apply Now for the Bike All Winter Program

We’re making it easier to get around town year-round by investing in cycling infrastructure, maintaining pathways in every…

Posted on Sep 24th

Reducing barriers to sustainable transportation with our ebike incentive

We are reducing barriers to access sustainable transportation options by offering incentives and initiatives that lift barriers…

Posted on Sep 18th

Mayor's Message - Housing Action Update

Council has made it a priority to take action regarding Canmore’s housing crisis, and we have been working tirelessly towards…

Posted on Sep 5th

We are making our community safer for people and wildlife by increasing fines for wildlife-related offences

Next time you are banking on avoiding getting caught with your pup on the loose, ask yourself if you are you willing to pay up…

Posted on Jul 17th