News Releases

Banff invites resident input as 2023 Service Review about to start

The Town of Banff has published the 2023 Service Review documents to solicit feedback and kick off the annual Council deliberations with a review of all municipal services and the levels of service, an examination of cost increases, and potential new proj...

Artist selected for Bear Street project

The Banff Community Art Committee is excited to announce the selection of Tiffany Shaw for the Bear Street public art project. The interdisciplinary artist based in Alberta will take the next few months to work with a professional curator hired by the com...

Adventure and Nature Playground

We’re planning to build a new playground at the recreation grounds, but it’ll look different from typical playgrounds of the past. Learn more and share your feedback.

Banff's new bridge to cut vehicle traffic, support greener choices and active lifestyles

The Nancy Pauw Bridge officially opened today, creating a new crossing over the Bow River that will help reduce vehicle use and promote active modes of transportation in the heart of Canada’s first national park.

Named for local philanthropist Nancy Pauw, ...

Energy efficiency upgrades light up Banff’s rec centre and turn down emissions, costs

A new energy efficiency retrofit at the Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre will reduce the electricity consumption of the lighting systems, saving tax dollars and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The project replaced around 300 lights with LED fixtures in ...

Banff offers support for those affected by tragic death

The Town of Banff is coordinating support services for a community in shock after a late-night incident claimed the life of a long-time local resident. RCMP has the authority to release the individual’s name after they have communicated with fam...

Banff kicks off new community recreation and fitness facilities

The Town of Banff has opened new space for recreation, fitness and community connections, based on public input about how to enhance year-round opportunities and activities that appeal to more people in the community. The new $242,000 fitness and field am...

In Memoriam: Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Canada's head of state, passed away today, September 8, 2022. 

“On behalf of the Town of Banff and Council, I extend my deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the citizens of our Commonwealth,” said Mayor Corri...

Town of Banff cybersecurity incident – update on costs

July 12 Update

The Town of Banff is using $656,000 to cover the costs of responding to a cybersecurity attack and to enhance the Town’s ongoing cybersecurity. The unplanned expenditure is funded by Banff’s budget stabilization reserve, which was created to...

Banff’s St. Julien Road closes for reconstruction

St. Julien Road is closed to public access starting Monday, April 25, and continuing for the duration of the project, which is scheduled to conclude in the fall. Members of the public travelling by vehicle, bicycle and foot will be detoured. &...

Banff Food Rescue named Zero Waste Trailblazer for Earth Day

The Town of Banff is pleased to recognize Banff Food Rescue with a Zero Waste Trailblazer award in a special designation for the week of Earth Day.

Founded in 2016, Banff Food Rescue is a 100% volunteer-driven organization whose goal it is to provide food ...

Builders, renovators head down zero waste trail in Banff

The Town of Banff is implementing a new program to reduce waste going to landfill from construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) projects. 

“The Town of Banff is working hard to become a leader in environmental responsibility, where...

Register for Emergency Alerts

Register for emergency alerts from the Town of Banff. Download the app, get text or email notifications or sign up to get a call to your landline.

2022 Banff budget requires 2.6% less tax levy than in pre-pandemic 2019

After 12 days of discussing all services and programs, Banff Town Council finalized the 2022 budget, setting in motion $20.2 million of tax-supported operating expenditures for the year, a 4% increase over 2021. 

The 2022 budget includes ...

Bow Valley residents urged to take care of mental health

Initiative helps people See the Signs of struggling and provides helpful resources

 A coalition of organizations in the Bow Valley has launched a campaign to help people who could be struggling and at risk of crisis due to the many challenges caus...