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Hey Canmore! New Rentals, Bear Alerts, and Hotel Plans Unveiled
There’s a lot to unpack this week. The Canmore Hotel is headed for its biggest expansion in over a century. A major new rental fund is eyeing Canmore’s already competitive Airbnb market. And across Kananaskis, a region-wide bear warning is now in effect, with trail closures and increased sightings. Stay safe out there.

Need a breather from all the changes? We’ve got music listings, foodie events, and happy hour picks to help you plan a great weekend.

Let’s take a look at what’s going on around town 👇

🏔️ Canmore in Brief - Headlines this Week 📰

🏨 Canmore Hotel eyes major expansion after 130+ years of history
From French counts and miner brawls to punk shows and rooftop restorations, the Canmore Hotel has always known how to evolve. A bold new plan could double its hostel space and add eight commercial units - if the council approves it at its meeting on 19th August. Read more

Council meets to review the plans on 19th August

💼 $25M luxury STR fund targets Canmore rental market
CHK Group and Trusted Financial are teaming up to raise $25 million for a private equity fund focused on high-end short-term rentals in Canmore. With the highest STR occupancy rate in Canada, the town is drawing major investor interest. Read more

🐻 Bear warning issued for all of Kananaskis Country
A rare region-wide alert is now in effect after increased grizzly and black bear activity, including bluff charges on busy trails. Trail closures and advisories impact popular sites like Grassi Lakes and Troll Falls. Full story

📜 Canmore’s tourist home crackdown delayed by court ruling
A judge found the town’s bylaws too vague, forcing the council to revisit its rules on short-term rental enforcement. The issue will return to the council in late August with new proposed changes. Read more

🥂 Chef's Garden Party returns to The Stirling rooftop
Enjoy cocktails, gourmet small plates, live music, and a rooftop bartender showdown at this exclusive culinary celebration. The party runs Saturday, September 6, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at The Malcolm Hotel, and tickets are limited. Check it out

🐻 Grizzly Ultra Marathon needs 166 volunteers this October
Help support 1800 trail runners and score a free Grizzly toque, hat, sunglasses or gloves for pitching in. Volunteers are needed across all roles at Canmore Nordic Centre - sign up now! Learn more

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🐶 BVSPCA garage sale returns to support furry friends
Help support local rescues and snag a bargain at the Bow Valley SPCA's garage sale on Saturday, August 23, from 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Expect toys, gear, crates, beds, and more at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre. Learn more

🏒 Canmore’s Noah Philp eyes another NHL season after breakout year
After cracking the Edmonton Oilers lineup and skating in 15 games, hometown forward Noah Philp is focusing on daily improvement and staying grounded. His quiet mindset and hard work are fueling dreams of a bigger role this year. Full story

🍽️ New Canmore workshop connects culture and sustainability through food
The Biosphere Institute and Co+Kitchen are launching a new hands-on cooking series focused on international flavours and local ingredients. First up: tofu pita burgers and Canadian-harvested salads on September 11. Learn more

🏒 Canmore Eagles season tickets launch August 23
Get ready for puck drop - 2025/26 AJHL season tickets go on sale soon, with details dropping via the Eagles' socials. Local hockey fans, mark your calendars! More info

🌌 Why more animals (and people) are going nocturnal in the Bow Valley
As outdoor crowds grow and heat rises, more hikers are heading out under the stars - but so are bears, wolves and other wildlife. Experts say it’s time we think about protecting wildlife’s time, not just their space. Read more

Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue

1. 💇‍♀️ New Chapter for The Loft Salon in Canmore

2. 🐶 Daisy Days returns with beer, games, and good dogs

3. 🏡 Featured Property: Prime Canmore Location - $2,095,000

🎟️Events, Activities & Live Music 🎸

📅 Our events calendar is now fully live.
It's your go-to source for local music, festivals, and everything happening around town. Check it out and send us your feedback - we’d love to hear what you think!

Fri, 15th August

09:00 🌿 Bow Valley Nature Camp - NWMP Barracks
17:00 🌕 Full Moon Swap - Canmore Public Library
18:00 🎸 Colin Macdonald - Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub
19:00 🎱 Friday Bingo - Canmore Legion
19:00 😂 Comedy: Brittany Lyseng - artsPlace Canmore
19:00 🎸 Live Music: Rumble Seat Rival - Mineshaft Tavern
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre
21:00 🎤 Dr. Z Duo - Tavern 1883
22:00 🎸 Matt Beatty & The Hot Tamales - The Drake Pub
22:00 🎤 Gabe Morris - Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub

Sat, 16th August

10:00 🪐 Fun SaturnDay - Canmore Public Library
10:00 🌕 Full Moon Swap - Canmore Public Library
13:15 🥃 Wild Life Distillery Tour - Wild Life Distillery
15:00 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre
15:00 🎶 Liam Cowan - Canmore Brewing
18:00 🧗 Queer and Trans Climb - Canmore Climbing Gym
19:00 🎤 Johnny Munro - Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre
21:00 🎤 Dr. Z Duo - Tavern 1883
22:00 🎸 Matt Beatty & The Hot Tamales - The Drake Pub
22:00 🎧 DJ Najee V Live at The Canmore Rose & Crown

Sun, 17th August

08:00 🧗 Try Outdoor Climbing with CYAN - Beamer's Coffee Bar
10:00 🎭 Acting Workshop with Val Planche - Canmore Miners' Union Hall
15:00 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre
17:00 🎶 Tyler Wood - The Yard
17:00 🍻 The SRV Picnic! - The Grizzly Paw BBQ Beer Garden
17:45 🔔 Yoga: Sound Bath - Canmore Hot Yoga
18:00 🎤 Mitch Belot Live - The Canmore Rose & Crown
20:00 🎱 Music Bingo with Sam - Tavern 1883
22:00 🎧 Live Set: DJ Tenax - Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub

Mon, 18th August

09:00 🏛️ Museum Explorers Camp - NWMP Barracks
19:00 🧘 Yoga in the Park - Riverside Park
22:00 🎤 Karaoke Night - The Drake Pub

Tue, 19th August

09:00 🏛️ Museum Explorers Camp - NWMP Barracks
18:00 🎲 Game Night - Tavern 1883
19:00 ❓ Trivia Tuesday - Canmore Rose & Crown
19:00 🧘 Healing & Meditation - Creekside Villa
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre

Wed, 20th August

09:00 🏛️ Museum Explorers Camp - NWMP Barracks
14:00 💻 Tech Tips & Tutoring - Canmore Public Library
18:00 🎶 Concert in the Gardens: Mari Rosehill - NWMP Barracks
18:00 🚵 Wednesday MTB Ride - Canmore Brewing
18:30 🎉 CYAN's 7th Birthday Bash - Sheepdog Brewing
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night - The Local
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night - Rose & Crown
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre
20:30 ❓ Trivia With Awale - Tavern 1883

Thu, 21st August

09:00 🏛️ Museum Explorers Camp - NWMP Barracks
10:00 🧺 Canmore Mountain Market - Elevation Place
10:45 👶 Stroller Strides: Walk & Connect - Elevation Place
19:00 🎤 Karaoke Thursdays - 1890 Smokehouse
19:00 ❓ Trivia Thursdays @ The Drake - The Drake Pub
19:00 ♠️ Thursday Night Poker - Canmore Legion
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre
21:00 🎸 Jam Night - Tavern 1883
21:00 🎶 Electric Lemonade & Cave Arcade -The Drake Pub

FUTURE EVENTS HERE

🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials 🍽️

Below are brief details of all the happy hours we could find in Canmore. For more information (including links to the venues), visit our dedicated Happy Hour Page.

🍕 Bridgette Bar (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🎯 Cangolf (20:00-close, Thurs-Sun)
⛳ Canmore Golf & Curling Club (16:00-21:00, Daily)
🍸 Crazyweed Kitchen (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍷 Fergus & Bix (14:30-17:30 & 21:00-close, Daily)
🍽️ Kain Tayo (15:00-17:00, Daily)
🍷 Murrieta's (14:00-17:00, Sun-Thurs)
🍺 Rhythm & Howl (16:00-18:00, Sun-Thurs & 15:00-18:00, Fri-Sat)
🍻 Sheepdog Brewing (13:00-15:00, Mon-Fri)
🍷 Stirling Dining Room - Malcolm Hotel (12:00-17:00, Daily)
🍺 Tavern 1883 (14:00-16:00, Sun-Fri)
🍽️ The Bankhead Restaurant (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍻 The Drake Pub (15:00-18:00, Sun-Fri & 22:00-02:00, Tue & Thu)
🦞 The Drunken Lobster Oyster Bar (16:00-17:00, Wed-Sun)
🍸 The Mineshaft Tavern (14:00-18:00, Daily)
🍸 Wild Life Distillery (18:00-20:00, Mon-Fri)

👋 That’s All For Now 🎬

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