Stoney Nakoda

“We’re seeing that impact not only the community and its ability to retain community members and build a place that people want to call home for the future, but it’s also beginning to impact the labor force and our ability to retain and attract workers, whether that be in tourism and hospitality or nursing or teachers.”

Environment and Climate Change Canada says conditions are favourable today for the development of funnel clouds in the Kananaskis and Canmore area, and warmer than average conditions are expected for the weekend. 

A public inquiry into the death of an Îyârhe Nakoda man, shot and killed during the execution of a warrant by RCMP in 2017, questioned five witnesses to help determine if similar deaths can be prevented from occurring in the future.

“Overall, our division’s picture for the 2023-24 school year is bright. We are delighted to see a significant increase in provincial education funding.”

“As a woman, I am always alert. I have to be aware of my surroundings wherever I go, even if it’s just the grocery store. I’m not going to be another statistic and I’m going to continue to spread awareness."

EDITORIAL: Regardless of which party is in power in Alberta four weeks from now, if Kananaskis Country is going to be of continued importance for residents work needs to begin on new management plans before the year is out.

“A number of people have been impacted by this drug supply and the type of drug being used is such that Narcan is insufficient to act as a remedy.”

“To me, there are certain things about this that are really meaningful. One is finally not as many people will have to leave the valley to get the care they need, and they’ll be near their community for support – that’s huge."

The election could go either way in the swing riding, but environmental conservation, tourism, and healthcare – all key issues to the Bow Valley – are likely to divide votes in the selection of candidates.

“We have noticed, in the past year, some significant gains post-COVID. We hope that it continues. If you are on a path that is working, you don’t start shifting again. It is not the next shiny item. We are getting results and need to keep moving forward in this direction.”