News Releases

Banff changes traffic mitigation measures for long weekend

The Town of Banff is reversing a decision on one of the measures it had planned for dealing with the heavy traffic descending on the small mountain town for the Canada Day long weekend. Visitors will not be allowed to park on downtown residential streets ...

Avoid traffic – park and Roam, ride or walk in Banff this weekend

This Canada Day long weekend, visitors are encouraged to take On-It Regional Transit to come to Banff, and if people need to drive, they are urged to park as soon as possible in Banff’s free Train Station Parking Lot and walk, cycle, or take Roa...

Help Steer the Bus-Only Lane on Spray Avenue

Give your feedback on a project to create a dedicated bus-only lane on Spray Ave, from Bow Falls Ave to Mountain Ave.

Apply for a Community Grant

Town of Banff Community Grants provide support for Banff-based non-profits and community groups that benefit Banff residents and enhance their quality of life.

Banff Ave Pedestrian Zone

Banff Avenue between Wolf Street and Buffalo Street and a portion of Caribou Street will be closed to vehicle traffic this summer.

Town of Banff cybersecurity incident – important update about personal information

April 25 Update

The Town of Banff is providing this notification to inform the public that personal information in the Town’s custody may have been accessed or taken in connection with the recent cybersecurity incident. 

On March 19, 2022...

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...

Spring/Summer Registration Opens April 1

Registration for the Town of Banff's spring/summer classes and programs opens April 1 at 8 a.m.

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.

COVID vaccine proof removed from Town of Banff programs

The Town of Banff is reviewing the Government of Alberta’s phased plan announced late February 8 to remove its COVID-19 restrictions, starting with the Restriction Exemption Program (REP), and the implications for Town programs and facilities, a...

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 ...

Construction starts on Banff’s new pedestrian bridge

Partners and funders involved in the creation of a new pedestrian and cyclist link between Banff’s downtown and the south side of town gathered this week on the snowy bank of the Bow River to commemorate the launch of construction of the Nancy P...

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...