Local Life
Stories, interviews, and cultural insights from the Bow Valley — including Banff and Canmore residents, history, local businesses, and community life.
10 Hilarious Bear Encounters in Banff and Canmore
Kev
If you thought the Bow Valley was all serene peaks, turquoise lakes, and polite hikers in puffy vests – well, ...
All Aboard the Maybe Express: The Calgary Airport to Banff Rail Proposal, Explained (With a Wink)
Kev
If you’ve ever flown into Calgary, grabbed a rental car, and hit the highway west toward Banff, chances are you’ve ...
Mountain Magic & Mimosas: Your Ultimate Guide To Mother’s Day In Canmore
Kev
A quiet kind of magic settles into the Bow Valley in May. The last traces of winter cling to the ...
Peaks, Pampering & Paintbrushes: A Local’s Guide To Celebrating Mother’s Day In Banff
Kev
There’s something special about Mother’s Day in Banff. The mountains feel a little grander, the air a little fresher, and ...
Living in Canmore, Alberta: A Guide To Mountain Life
Jill
Are you interested in living in Canmore? If so, you will probably be attracted by the incredible location and the ...