Kananaskis Country

“I would also include a redesign that ensures an adequate corridor for bears and other wildlife to get by on that side of the lake without having to walk through the campground and without being enticed into the campground like they are now with all of the bear food in there."

“We know they want to be careful about releasing information that could have an impact on the election, but here we’re just talking about reports of information that we’re accustomed to getting that can help people make decisions about travel and safety … It seems to me that a little bit more information would be appropriate to divulge.”

The right to vote is ultimately up to each and every eligible resident. While some wear it as a badge of honour to head to each and every election poll, others may sooner toss their voter card in the recycling bin.

Banff-Kananaskis candidates identify tourism as vital industry.

Provincial downloading on municipalities on radar of Banff-Kananaskis candidates

Indigenous issues addressed by Banff-Kananaskis candidates.

Housing key issue for Banff-Kananaskis in provincial election.

"I think that's the message we're trying to bring, as well, is that we're here to go fight with those guys."

The neighbouring districts, governing a combined population of less than 2,000 people over about 6,768 square kilometres of land, will look at combining funds in their 2023 budgets to review options for getting buses on the road and provide better connectivity throughout the region.

COMMENTARY: Democracy in Alberta has come a long way since the province was created in 1905. But there is still a lot of work to do. On May 29, no matter which party gets elected, let’s make sure that democracy emerges as the clear winner.