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Hey Canmore! Here's what’s happening this week.

The mountains are buzzing with stories. Jasper is still healing from last year's wildfire devastation, a reminder of how powerful nature can be.

At the Calgary Zoo, Skoki the grizzly - the bear who loved pastries - has passed, leaving behind decades of memories and a Banff connection.

And for anyone craving alpine adventures, Sunshine Meadows is about to wrap up for the season. Don't miss your last chance to take in those sweeping views before the gondola closes!

Keep reading for live music, food specials, and plenty more happening around Canmore this week.

🏔️ Canmore in Brief - Headlines this Week 📰

🌲 Jasper fire recovery to take decades
One year after wildfires destroyed a third of Jasper, 33,000 hectares of forest, and 358 homes and businesses, experts say full recovery could take generations. Tourism remains limited. Full story

🐻 Calgary Zoo says goodbye to Skoki the grizzly.
The Calgary Zoo has euthanized 35-year-old Skoki (The bear who loved pastries), one of its oldest residents, after a decline in health. Born in Banff, Skoki has lived at the zoo since 1996. Read more

🚠 Last chance for Sunshine Meadows
The Sunshine Meadows gondola closes soon! Ride up for sweeping alpine views, wildflower trails, and sapphire lakes before the season ends. And read our complete guide

🐻 Black bear cub surprises shoppers in Calgary.
A young black bear was filmed wandering around Westhills shopping centre before being safely captured in nearby Signal Hill. Wildlife officers say bear sightings are unusually high this year. Watch video

How 433 Investors Unlocked 400X Return Potential

Institutional investors back startups to unlock outsized returns. Regular investors have to wait. But not anymore. Thanks to regulatory updates, some companies are doing things differently.

Take Revolut. In 2016, 433 regular people invested an average of $2,730. Today? They got a 400X buyout offer from the company, as Revolut’s valuation increased 89,900% in the same timeframe.

No wonder 10K+ everyday people are taking the chance on Pacaso.

Founded by a former Zillow exec, Pacaso’s co-ownership tech reshapes the $1.3T vacation home market. They’ve earned $110M+ in gross profit to date, including 41% YoY growth in 2024 alone. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO.

The same institutional investors behind Uber, Venmo, and eBay backed Pacaso. And you can join them. But not for long. Pacaso’s investment opportunity ends September 18.

Invest While You Still Can

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✈️ Delayed by the Air Canada strike? You may be owed compensation
Travellers across Canada and the US faced long waits and missed connections during the strike. If you were affected, you might be entitled to a cash payout. Don't miss your chance - it's quick to see if you qualify. Check here.

🔥 Wildfire sparks closure in Banff backcountry.
A 4.5-hectare blaze in Wigmore Valley has prompted a whole area closure as Parks Canada crews battle the fire with helicopters and ground teams. The fire is out of control, but no risk to the public. More info

✈️ Domestic travel boom continues across Canada
Airbnb reports that domestic bookings jumped 10% in early 2025, with hotspots like Canmore, Whistler, and West Kelowna seeing surges. Canadians are also flocking abroad to Japan, Brazil, and Mexico. See details

🦌 When Kev met Mamma Elk
It was a lovely spring morning - birds chirping, mountains shining - until Kev locked eyes with a very unimpressed elk. Ten seconds later, he was on the ground, face swollen, squirrel heckling from above. Consider this your seasonal reminder: give elk space. Learn from Kev

🎬 Eight films hiring across Alberta right now
From Banff to Calgary, eight productions are casting roles, including short films, features, and survival dramas. Opportunities are available in Red Deer, Kananaskis, and Drumheller. Lights, camera, Alberta! See details

💼 Banff Winter Hiring Fair returns September 18
The Moose Hotel & Suites will host the Bow Valley’s Winter Job Fair on 18 September from 2-4 PM. Meet top employers like SkiBig3, Parks Canada, and Sunshine Village. See details

🙋 Canmore calls for community volunteers.
Want to shape Canmore’s future? Apply by 22 September to join local boards on housing, taxes, policing, events, and more. A chance to have your voice heard. Get involved

🎟️ Canada Strong Pass boosts park visits by 10%
The federal government says its Canada Strong Pass, offered during the summer, which provides free entry for kids and significant youth discounts, drove a 10% increase in Parks Canada visits and 50,000 VIA Rail bookings. Read more

🏘️ Canmore tightens rules on tourist housing
Canmore council has clarified its land use bylaw to strengthen enforcement on illegal tourist homes. The changes define what qualifies as a tourist home and increase penalties for violations. More info

🏔️ Nakoda Lakeside Lodge set to reopen
Goodstoney First Nation is revitalizing the Nakoda Lakeside Lodge, which has been closed for over a decade. Renovations will create a hotel, conference centre, and community hub, aiming to reopen in 2026.

Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue

1. 🏚️ Settler’s Cabin remembered as new Main Street build rises

2. 📅 Our events calendar is now fully live

3. 💆 Four new luxury spas opening near Calgary
   

🎟️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, 5th September

18:00 🎸 Liam Cowan Live - Wild Life Distillery
19:00 🎱 Friday Bingo - Canmore Legion
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night - artsPlace Canmore
21:00 🎶 Andy Curtis Live - Tavern 1883
22:00 🎸 LifzGood Acoustic Live - Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub
TBA 🧗 Climb for a Toonie! - Canmore Climbing Gym

Sat, 6th September

09:00 🏃 5 Peaks Canmore #2 - Canmore Nordic Centre
11:00 🎨 2 Artists & 2 Demos - Avens Gallery
13:15 🥃 Wild Life Distillery Tour - Wild Life Distillery
13:30 🥗 Chef's Garden Party - The Stirling Dining Room at The Malcolm
15:00 🎶 Old Town Live - Sheepdog Brewing
18:00 🎧 Patio Party with DJ Hops - Tavern 1883
19:30 🎻 Garneau Quartet - artsPlace Canmore

Sun, 7th September

08:00 🏃 Rocky Mountain Half Marathon - Centennial Park
13:00 🌬️ Numa Breathwork Journey - Canmore Hot Yoga
19:30 🎶 Classical Music: Canada's Rising Stars - artsPlace Canmore
20:00 🎱 Music Bingo with Sam - Tavern 1883

Mon, 8th September

10:00 🌱 Community Garden Harvest - NWMP Barracks
14:00 🩺 Talk: Future of Healthcare - Canmore Seniors Centre
18:30 🌲 Earth Talks: Relational Forest Bathing - Biosphere Institute
22:00 🎤 Karaoke Night - The Drake Inn

Tue, 9th September

18:00 🎲 Game Night - Tavern 1883
18:00 🫒 World of Olive Oil & Balsamic - Canmore Public Library
19:00 🎬 Fairy Creek - artsPlace Canmore
19:00 ❓ Trivia Tuesday - Canmore Rose & Crown

Wed, 10th September

10:00 💡 Energy Saving for Seniors - Elevation Place
14:00 💻 Tech Tips & Tutoring - Canmore Public Library
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night - The Local
19:00 🥁 Drumming Class - Scout Hall
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night - Rose & Crown
20:30 ❓ Trivia With Awale - Tavern 1883

Thu, 11th September

09:00 🚗 EV's are for Everyone - Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley
10:00 🧺 Canmore Mountain Market - Elevation Place
10:45 👶 Stroller Strides: Walk & Connect - Elevation Place
17:30 🥗 Power of Food Workshop - Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley
18:00 🎬 Movie in the Gardens - NWMP Barracks
19:00 🎤 Karaoke Thursdays - 1890 Smokehouse
19:00 ❓ Trivia Thursdays @ The Drake - The Drake
19:00 ♠️ Thursday Night Poker - Canmore Legion

FUTURE EVENTS HERE

🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials 🍽️

Our Happy Hours listings have moved. To view a complete list of this week's happy hours in Canmore, visit our Happy Hour Page.

This week’s featured Happy Hour.

🍻 Mineshaft Tavern Happy Hour
Mineshaft Tavern offers a generous Happy Hour every day from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., with drinks starting at just $6. Ask your server for the Happy Hour menu. It's the perfect post-adventure pause or a relaxed way to kick off your evening.

Conveniently located just steps from Spring Creek Vacations - a collection of luxury vacation rentals in downtown Canmore - it's an easy choice if you're staying nearby.

Beyond Happy Hour, Mineshaft Tavern keeps things interesting with daily food specials. Pop in for the $10 Soup & Sandwich lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or enjoy their $19 Daily Dinner Special from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Weekly specials add even more flavour - like $7 Chicken Wings on Tuesdays, $13 Steak Sandwich Mondays, or $12 Fish & Chips Fridays.

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