Opinion

As the year draws to a close, it is not only the season for festive celebrations, but for reflecting upon the events and circumstances that have transpired over the past 12 months.

The holidays can be a challenging time of year for many – Bow Valley residents can help by stepping up and donating time or money to the various worthwhile campaigns that are there to help those struggling as a result

Gender-based violence affects everyone regardless of who you are. Every single person in Canada should be concerned about this issue and engaged in conversations on how to take action against it. 

Perhaps in our day and age it worth reminding people that it is OK to have a political point of view and it is entirely OK to disagree with other political viewpoints.

Both Canmore and Banff are struggling with issues of congestion and parking, as well as affordability for residents. By introducing paid parking, affordability takes a hit. By providing free transit and increasing options for commuters – both priorities can be addressed in tandem. 

It would be really great if this government could focus on exercises like panels and task forces or inquiries into things that will create constructive policy changes instead of more political grandstanding on the national stage