Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Bow Valley News and Information

Canmore distillery wants to help fill gap amidst COVID-19 panic

Canmore's Wildlife Distillery has started to produce hand sanitizer in the wake of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

Mar 22, 2020 9:00 AM Read more >

Fines coming for Albertans who don't follow COVID-19 safety steps

31 new cases of COVID-19 in Alberta brings total to 226

Mar 21, 2020 4:52 PM Read more >

Video messages urge Albertans to 'help prevent the spread'

Mar 21, 2020 1:45 PM Read more >

Government of Alberta announces education plan for students at home during global health emergency

“Canadian Rockies School Division appreciates the clarity and continuity it will provide for our teaching staff. We have some of the finest teaching staff in this country who will work diligently to assist our students in their educational pursuits during these challenging times.”

Mar 21, 2020 10:36 AM Read more >

Alberta premier hopeful landlords show ‘flexibility’ during pandemic

"It would make absolutely no sense for a landlord to threaten to evict somebody who has no money to pay rent in the weeks to come because who is going to take that space.”

Mar 20, 2020 7:45 PM Read more >

Town of Canmore continues to manage COVID-19 with daily meetings, closures

“Most of all we’ve done here has been as a result of recommendations or direction from public health authorities, so we’ll continue to rely on the informed advice of the experts,” said Canmore Mayor John Borrowman.

Mar 20, 2020 7:28 PM Read more >

COVID-19 threats prompts rescuers to urge backcountry enthusiasts to play it safe

"Now is not the time for an accident. The current pandemic is overloading the medical system and could affect backcountry rescue response,” according to Avalanche Canada.

Mar 20, 2020 6:50 PM Read more >

Stoney Nakoda Nation declares state of local emergency

“We do not have all of the answers to all of the questions yet ... We are resilient people and together, we will work to keep us all healthy and safe."

Mar 20, 2020 3:52 PM Read more >

U16 alpine nationals cancelled mid-competition

“It’s definitely disappointing to have the season come to an abrupt end, but it was a necessary precaution they needed to take.”

Mar 20, 2020 1:00 PM Read more >

Roam Transit offering free fare amid COVID-19 pandemic

“I think the key is we’re doing everything to maintain our service for people, but ensure the safety of both drivers and passengers and we’re continuing to monitor the situation."

Mar 20, 2020 12:05 PM Read more >