Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

“It is business as usual, but we are definitely taking precautions to ensure the safety of all of our employees."

“This is completely uncharted territory for us as a municipality, for Canada, for the world. In terms of being a tourism destination, we have not faced anything like this before.”

Hinshaw returned back to work in-person Tuesday after self-isolating

“The health and safety of the community is of paramount importance but I think whether it's here or in your personal life I think the arts are even more important in times of heightened circumstances.

Banff cancels all Town events and focuses to maintaining essential services and follow health expert advice

“Staying home when you’re sick, that can save lives."

On Sunday (March 15), the province announced K-12 classes would be cancelled as part of the strategy to limit the spread of COVID-19. As a result, school boards across the province have been working on a plan to provide "continuity of education" for students.

“For a Fire Chief in quarantine, it is a challenge to feel disconnected," said Canmore Fire-Rescue's Walter Gahler "But the important thing to recognize is it’s not about me or any one person, it is about the community as a whole, the vulnerable population, the older, the medically compromised – it’s about protecting those folks."

Dr. Deena Hinshaw experiencing cold symptoms