MD of Bighorn

“It’s a big problem. Putting something like a heliport would be a massive change for wildlife moving through there. … We have a mandate to be stewards to that area,”

“I think there would be a value to it. Not only would we have recommendations for how those wards should look, we can use that information as we go through the area structure plan process.”

A pair of public hearings on the Rafter Six tourist and recreation district allowed MD of Bighorn residents to give feedback on proposed setback and area structure plan changes.

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Between 20-40 cm of snow in the Bow Valley is expected by Tuesday night.

“I think we have a strong Alberta team. B.C. is definitely our huge competition, but I think we have a strong team to put up a fight against them.”

“Rather than dealing with a pretty significant issue of non-compliance, the MD is choosing to change a very good law.”

“I would say that we are very pleased that the federal electoral boundary commission heard our concerns that it separated Banff and Canmore. We are quite pleased to see Banff and Canmore be reunited and we are thrilled that Jasper is also joining.”

EDITORIAL: The news of Canmore General Hospital having to shutter its operating room on weekends because of a staffing shortage is the latest wrench tossed at the region’s and province’s beleaguered healthcare system.

“Development continues at a quick pace in the valley. We don’t want to lose those places and buildings that tell important stories and ground our community.”