Banff

The road to recovery has started for a local MMA fighter.

“This is moving the needle away from democracy. It’s a muzzling addendum.”

"The cost of living within the Banff townsite is pricier compared to other municipalities, and the wages and benefits have experienced competitive pressure that may not have been addressed."

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“To ensure public safety and the best possible outcome for the bear, the cub and its mother were relocated to a more remote area of the park."

It’s been said democracy is messy, hard and never easy. The paraphrasing of Robert F. Kennedy is one that rings true when coming to conclusions on decisions that will impact the lives of people.

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"There was a bit of nerves on the first hole, but once you hit the tee shot and you get going with the round, it goes away."

Chow down on a turkey drumstick and then listen to sticks thunder down on drums on Thanksgiving in Banff.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – while it helps to spur conversation – can’t be a one-off exercise for communities to acknowledge the harm of residential schools and make reparations, said Randall McKay, manager of strategic initiatives and special projects with the Town of Banff.