Town of Canmore

10/15/2026

As part of the Town of Canmore's long-term plans for flood-risk mitigation, we are preparing for our next phase of work at Three Sisters Creek. Beginning the week of Oct. 19, equipment will be mobilizing in the Three Sisters Creek area so that we can begin construction of a berm on the east side of the upper creek. Once completed, the berm will help to minimize debris-flood risk. This important work follows the mitigation of the lower section of the creek that we completed in 2018.

🔗To learn more about flood mitigation and steep creek hazards, visit
bit.ly/3VLuDPg

⚠️ We know that access to the spaces you love is important, but we ask that you respect all trail closures that are in place as we work on Three Sisters Creek and the Bow Valley Community Fireguard. These closures aren't in place for punishment: they are in place for your safety and for the safety of our crews. The trails will reopen the moment we can.

10/11/2026

**UPDATE (Oct. 12, 12 pm.)**

We have been in touch with the dog owner involved with yesterday's incident, which continues to be under investigation. This incident is an important reminder that leashes save lives (and it's also the law to keep your pet on leash). Living with wildlife in the Bow Valley is a unique privilege that we all need to take responsibility for. If you are looking for resources or information, visit keepwildlifealive.ca.

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On Sunday October 11 between 10 and 11 a.m., an off-leash reddish brown golden retriever attacked and killed a mule deer by the Canmore Engine Bridge.

We are working with Alberta Forestry & Parks Conservation Officers to continue this investigation.

10/08/2026

Join the conversation and be entered to win one of four $50 gift cards to a local business of your choice! 💵

We're developing a Winter Town Strategy and want to better understand what winter is like for those who live through it, the good, the bad, and the icy.

Join us for a community roundtable discussion on Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Canmore Recreation Centre, Room 115, and help inform recommendations for the future of winter in our community.

Registration is required.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4jaOAZI

10/07/2026

Thanks to important changes under Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, Bow Valley residents can now recycle more packaging materials. The expanded program gives residents more opportunities to recycle common household packaging in the plastics/metal compartment that previously belonged in the garbage.

Newly accepted materials include, but are not limited to:

♻️ Foam packaging, such as foam blocks, takeout containers, and egg cartons
♻️ Food and body aerosols, such as cooking spray, sunscreen, hairspray, and whipping cream
♻️ Flexible plastic bags and wrappers, such as chip bags, dry cleaning bags, and granola bar wrappers
♻️ Tubes such as toothpaste and deodorant containers

As with all recyclable materials, in order to ensure that materials can be successfully sorted and recycled, all recyclables should be empty, clean, and loose before being placed in the blue bins.

🫙 Empty containers of liquids and food residue.
🫧 Clean containers by rinsing or wiping them out.
🚫 Place recyclables loose in the bin, not in bags.

Learn about what you can place (and what you can't) in the blue recycling bins at canmore.ca/recycling.

10/02/2026

You know the old saying, "if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen?" Well, take heed and let our Fire-Rescue team take the heat off you when it comes to making breakfast tomorrow. Canmore's firefighters will be flipping flapjacks, brewing coffee, and celebrating Fire Prevention Week on Saturday morning (Oct. 3) and we'd love to see you there.

The Annual Pancake Breakfast starts at 9 a.m. tomorrow at the Canmore Fire Station (1200 Steward Road) with a push-in ceremony for our new fire engine. The push-in ceremony is a time-honoured tradition where firefighters and community members push a new fire apparatus into the station to mark its official entry into service. Want to help? You can!

Read more about the details for the pancake breakfast by visiting bit.ly/3VfVx1E 🥞

10/01/2026

🧗 Heads up! The Climbing Gym will be closed Oct. 5-7

The climbing gym at Elevation Place will be temporarily closed while contractors complete important maintenance and safety testing on climbing anchors throughout the facility.

This preventive work helps keep the gym safe, reliable, and ready for many more years of climbing. Thanks for your understanding! The gym will reopen on Oct. 8.

🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4yGZ7A0

09/29/2026

We want to better understand the social issues, priorities, and opportunities that matter most in Canmore, and we want to hear from you!

As the next phase of Canmore's Social Needs Assessment, we're inviting community members to participate in a focus group. Your feedback will help inform the development of a new Community Social Development Strategic Plan that will guide community social development services and initiatives over the next five years and beyond.

🗓️ Wednesday, Oct. 14
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍Civic Centre Council Chambers (902 7 Ave.)

To RSVP, email [email protected] by Oct. 9.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WHK6L7

09/24/2026

Join us in recognizing National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Sept. 30, in partnership with artsPlace. All events and workshops are FREE, but a few require registration. Visit the links below to save your spot:

🔸Îyethka (Stoney Nakoda) Language Discussion and Learning, 2:30-3:30 p.m. https://bit.ly/4ygKPqc

🔸NEW! Beaded Dreamcatcher Tipi Workshop, 2:30-3:30 p.m. https://bit.ly/4yUn9ro

🔸Reconciliation Panel Discussion led by Stoney Nakoda Consultation, 3:30-5 p.m. https://bit.ly/4hjXcKM

🔸WaaPaKe (Tomorrow) film screening, 7 p.m. https://bit.ly/46HgGEs

For more event details visit: https://bit.ly/3K5yxwG

09/17/2026

Looking for a way to give back to the community? We're looking for residents to join a variety of Town boards and committees. Share your perspective, contribute to important community conversations, and help make a difference where it matters most.

Specifically, we need people to apply to:
✅ Assessment Review Board
✅ Canmore Library Board
✅ Canmore Planning Commission
✅ Community Events Committee
✅ Community Grants Selection Committee
✅ Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

🔗 Applications close September 21, apply here: https://bit.ly/3UZX2O6

Located on Treaty 7 Territory, Canmore is nestled in the heart of the Bow River Valley and flanked by peaks on all sides. Once a small coal mining town, Canmore is now a bustling home to adventurers, creators, innovators, community-builders, athletes, and

09/16/2026

Community Cruisers' Bike All Winter program is accepting applications until Oct. 15! The Town of Canmore is a proud supporter of this program where participants are offered free or subsidized gear, installations, and mentorship to feel confident and ready to ride all season long.

🔗Check out the link in the post below to start your application!